happyly approved

Delaware Canal State Park in Pennsylvania

220 S Delaware Drive

Dawn to dusk

$

outdoor-adventures, hikes, road-trips, run

While taking an anniversary drive along the Delaware River the other day I stumbled upon Delaware Canal State Park and I thought, this is a perfect place to bring the grandkids. We pulled into a lovely parking lot with restrooms and picnic tables. The towpath, where mules once pulled boats along the canal, runs between the canal and the Delaware River. The path is flat and easily navigated on foot, with a stroller or on a bicycle. In winter the path may be used for cross country skiing. Sixty miles of trail run between Easton and Bristol, Pennsylvania with many opportunities to cross into New Jersey and loop along an old railway trail back into PA. 

Frenchtown and Milford offer a variety of dining options although many picnic areas line the trail as well. This Park is suitable for a day trip or a weekend adventure, because although camping is not permitted at this location, many nearby State Parks offer tent, cabin or RV camp sites. Delaware Canal State Park is a place of incredible natural beauty, and we hope you will give it a try.

Thoughtfully captured by:
Darlene Banks
Darlene Banks is a mother of 8 and grandmother of 21 children. She has been married to John Banks for 49 years and has made it her life’s works to make the world a better place through unconditional love, acceptance, and bringing peace wherever she goes. She is passionate about serving as an active member of her grandchildren’s lives and does so with a beauty rarely seen. Darlene was born in New York and has lived in Charlottesville, VA, Washington, DC and the Philadelphia area. She is an educator and explorer at heart.
More activities by Darlene
The National Building Museum
An awesome interactive museum in DC that's fun for kids and adults!

Recommended Gear