Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpath
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park, Mercer County, NJ
Point-to-point trail in Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park, Mercer County, NJ. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 68.9 mi (110.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 135 ft (41 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 15 min
- High point
- 131 ft (40 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead: Landing Lane Trailhead 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Trailhead: Blackwells Mills Trailhead 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from start
- Picnic area 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from start
- Trailhead: D&R Canal TowpathTrailhead 20 mi (32.1 km) from start
- Picnic area 24.1 mi (38.8 km) from start
- Trailhead: D&R Canal TowpathTrailhead 25.7 mi (41.4 km) from start
- Shelter 25.8 mi (41.5 km) from start
- Trailhead 31.4 mi (50.6 km) from start
- Bike repair station 35.8 mi (57.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Washington and His Army Crossed the Delaware 43.8 mi (70.5 km) from start
- Attraction: Nelson House 43.8 mi (70.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Scenic Overlook - Delaware River 43.9 mi (70.7 km) from start
- Trailhead 50.2 mi (80.8 km) from start
- Shelter: Cook Pavilion 50.4 mi (81.1 km) from start
- Trailhead 51.7 mi (83.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Centre Bridge 54 mi (87 km) from start
- Historic site: Bridge Street 54.1 mi (87 km) from start
- Trailhead 57.4 mi (92.3 km) from start
- Trailhead: Point Pleasant Parking Lot 59.1 mi (95.1 km) from start
- Trailhead 63.9 mi (102.9 km) from start
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Questions about Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpath
How long is Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpath?
Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpath is 68.9 mi (110.9 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 15 min. It climbs 135 ft (41 m) in total, up to a high point of 131 ft (40 m).
How hard is Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpath?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpath?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpath?
Drinking water on the way at 54.6 mi (87.8 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 16.9 mi (27.3 km), 18.8 mi (30.2 km), 44 mi (70.8 km).
Is Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpath shaded?
Mostly shaded (85% under trees).
What can you do on Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpath?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpath?
Three Chilies, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: NJ Two, 0.6 mi (1 km). 2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Delaware & Raritan Canal Towpath?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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