Delaware & Raritan Canal Water Trail
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park, Somerset County, NJ
Point-to-point trail in Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park, Somerset County, NJ. Paddling.
- Distance
- 35.5 mi (57.1 km)
- Est. Time
- 11 hr 25 min
- High point
- 66 ft (20 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from start
- Picnic area 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from start
- Trailhead: Delaware River Heritage Trail Trailhead 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from start
- Trailhead: D&R Canal TowpathTrailhead 15.5 mi (25 km) from start
- Trailhead: Blackwells Mills Trailhead 22.1 mi (35.6 km) from start
- Trailhead: Landing Lane Trailhead 35.3 mi (56.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Delaware & Raritan Canal Water Trail
How long is Delaware & Raritan Canal Water Trail?
Delaware & Raritan Canal Water Trail is 35.5 mi (57.1 km) long. Most people take about 11 hr 25 min.
How hard is Delaware & Raritan Canal Water Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Delaware & Raritan Canal Water Trail?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Delaware & Raritan Canal Water Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 16.7 mi (26.9 km), 18.6 mi (29.9 km).
Is Delaware & Raritan Canal Water Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (74% under trees).
What can you do on Delaware & Raritan Canal Water Trail?
Best for Paddling.
Where can you eat near Delaware & Raritan Canal Water Trail?
The Ice Cream Joint, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Tiburon Super Market, 0.1 mi (0.2 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Delaware & Raritan Canal Water Trail?
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.
Trails near Delaware & Raritan Canal Water Trail
- East Coast Greenway (NJ on-road alternate) Somerset County · Hard · 41.3 mi (66.5 km)
- East Coast Greenway (NJ South) Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park · Moderate · 44.1 mi (71 km)
- East Coast Greenway (PA) Mercer County · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
- East Coast Greenway (PA) Bucks County · Moderate · 33.7 mi (54.3 km)
- D&R Greenway Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
- Delaware River Water Trail Warren County · Hard · 145.8 mi (234.7 km)
- Tidal Delaware Water Trail Burlington County · Hard · 55.3 mi (89 km)
- Capitol View Riverwalk Williamson Park · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.2 km)
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