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National Park Service Delaware Water Gap U.S. Department of the Interior National Recreation Area Summer/Fall 2014 Guide to the Gap

Welcome to Your National Park! M i l l i o n s o f y e a r s o f u p l i f t, e r o s i o n , a n d glacial activity gave us Today the river and its valley remain a major vacation haven. Many who a landscape marked by hemlock- and rhododendron-laced ravines, rumbling remember family trips, summer camp, or their honeymoon return to reminisce waterfalls, fertile floodplains, and the renowned Delaware Water Gap. While at a favorite site in the park. archeological evidence suggests people have lived in this valley for 13,000 years, Europeans began settling and farming the area in the mid-1600s. By the If this is your first visit, we invite you to discover the middle Delaware early 1900s, the valley had become a popular resort area, offering a summer River valley and start your own traditions in Delaware Water Gap National respite for city-dwellers. Recreation Area.

The River, the Valley, and You . . . 2

Fees and Passes . . . 2

Visitor Centers…3 6 Trails 9 River 11 Events River Runner Shuttle . . . 3 Kid’s Corner . . . 4 From ridgetop to riverside, vistas to ravines, from Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Are you curious about the natural and cultural easy to extreme, more than 100 miles of trail includes nearly 40 miles of the free-flowing history of the area? Would you like to see Old Mine Road . . . 5 offer something for every mood. Middle Delaware River Scenic and Recreational artisans at work? Want to experience what it River. might have been like to live in another era? Eastern National . . . 10 Choose a trail for hiking, biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, and even boating River-related activities, like swimming and Numerous programs, events, and activities are Camping . . . 12 to enjoy the natural beauty and the historic paddling, are some of the popular pastimes on offered throughout the year that showcase landscape of the middle Delaware River valley. warm summer days. what makes this place special. The River, the Valley, and You National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Paddlers slip down the river between Delaware Water Gap, lakes, and 1800s resorts flourished throughout low forested mountains; anglers wade streams that flow through hemlock- the region where city dwellers arrived the streams; hikers scan the valley from and rhododendron-laced ravines, and by carriage or rail, often spending the the ridge or peer into the deep Water the waterfalls that pour off the Pocono entire summer away from the urban Delaware Water Gap Gap. The valley has known human Plateau. The crisp, cool air around heat. The Water Gap became a scenic National Recreation Area hand and voice for over 10,000 years. those waterfalls refreshes the body and wonder for fashionable travelers. Abundant plant and wildlife attracted the spirit. Located between the Pocono Plateau American Indians; floodplains Today the natural and cultural and Kittatinny Ridge in close proximity nourished early farmer’s crops; Steeped in rich history, trails, roads, wonders provide abundant to the most densely populated region of waterfalls drew Victorian vacationers. and traces reveal reminders of times recreational opportunities. Enjoy this the nation, Delaware Water Gap National Today, a 70,000-acre park welcomes gone scattered throughout the park. rural vacationland. Recreation Area and the Middle Delaware you to the enticing Delaware Water The Minsi Path and Minisink Trail National Scenic and Recreational River Gap National Recreation Area and converged on a Delaware River island Left: The park includes 40 miles of the Middle preserve the natural, cultural, and scenic Middle Delaware National Scenic and that was once the centerpiece of a Delaware National Scenic and Recreation River. resources and values of the Delaware Recreational River. large American Indian settlement. Center: Several historic buildings in Millbrook River valley and provide opportunities for Agricultural fields still in cultivation are open summer weekends. resource-based recreation, education, and Millions of years of uplift, erosion, help preserve the rural landscape Right: Over 100 miles of trails lead to special enjoyment. and glacial activity gave us the ridges, predominate in the 18th century. In the places.

Superintendent John J. Donahue

Deputy Superintendent William Leonard

Mailing Address 1978 River Road Bushkill, Pennsylvania 18324

Park Headquarters (570) 426-2452

Website www.nps.gov/dewa

Facebook Facebook/DelWaterGapNPS

The National Park Service cares for the special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage.

Fees and Passes

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area collects Expanded Amenity Fees spring, summer, and usgs.gov. Additionally, US military members and dependents are eligible for the free Annual Military fall at select locations in the park. Fees collected are used to enhance visitor services, maintain and Pass. The Annual Military Pass must be obtained in person. repair park facilities, and to manage cultural and natural resources in the park. Senior: The America the Beautiful Senior Pass is available to US citizens or permanent residents age The America the Beautiful Annual Pass and America the Beautiful Pass Annual Pass for Active Mili- 62 or over for a one-time $10 fee. Applicants must provide documentation of age and residency or tary are not accepted because the park does not collect an entrance fee. Holders of the America citizenship. This pass may provide a 50% discount on some amenity fees charged for facilities and the Beautiful Senior Pass or America the Beautiful Access Pass receive a 50% discount on Expanded services such as camping, swimming, boat launch, and specialized interpretive services. Amenity Fees. Access: The America the Beautiful Access Pass is available to US citizens or permanent residents with Sites where fees are collected are: • Dingmans Access (PA) permanent disabilities at no cost to the recipient. Applicants must provide documentation of perma- • Smithfield Beach (PA) • Milford Beach (PA) nent disability and residency or citizenship. This pass may provide a 50% discount on some amenity • Bushkill Access (PA) • Turtle Beach (NJ) fees charged for facilities and services such as camping, swimming, boat launch, and specialized • Watergate Recreation Site (NJ) interpretive services.

2014 Expanded Amenity Fee Schedule Volunteer: The America the Beautiful Annual Pass is available to volunteer with 250 service hours Private Vehicle $7.00 weekdays Fees are not charged for persons 15 with federal agencies that participate in the Interagency Pass Program. Contact your local federal (1-7 occupants) $10.00 weekends & holidays or younger. Seasonal park passes recreation site for more information about volunteer opportunities or visit Volunteer.gov. Private Vehicle and America the Beautiful Senior $1.00 per person (8+ occupants) and Access passes are available for NOTE: Golden Access and Golden Age Passports are no longer sold. However, these passes will Seasonal Park Pass $45.00 per vehicle / year purchase at park headquarters, continue to be honored according to the provisions of the pass. Pedestrian / bike $1.00 per person / day Kittatinny Point Visitor Center or Seasonal Walk-in Pass $10.00 per person / year Dingmans Falls Visitor Center. The five agencies that participate in the Interagency Pass Program are: • National Park Service • US Forest Service America the Beautiful: • US Fish and Wildlife Service The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass Series • Bureau of Land Management A pass is your ticket to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites. Each pass covers entrance fees at • Bureau of Reclamation national parks and national wildlife refuges as well as standard amenity fees at national forests and grasslands, and at lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation. A pass covers entrance and standard amenity fees for a driver and all passengers in a personal vehicle at per vehicle fee areas (or up to four adults at sites that charge per person). Children age 15 or under are admitted free. The pass does not cover expanded amenity fees. The following passes make up the series:

Annual: The America the Beautiful Annual Pass is available to anyone and costs $80. In addition to being available for purchase at park headquarters, this pass can be obtained by calling 1-888-ASK USGS (1-888-275-8747), Ext. 3 (between 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Mountain time), or online at store.

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d a o North R Visitor Contact Facilities r ive 0 5 Kilometers R Facility Operating Hours What’s Available 0 5 Miles 84 Dingmans Falls Visitor Center May 23 - Sep 1 Park info, exhibits related to Ding- 6 Dingmans Ferry, PA daily 9a-5p mans Ravine, bookstore, ranger-led 209 GPS: 41.229431,-74.887667 Sep 2-Oct 26 programs, trailhead; visitor center PA. 6 46 MILFORD N.J. (570) 828-6125 Sat & Sun 9a-5p and trail to waterfalls accessible nps.gov/dewa 84 Foster- Foster-Armstrong House * May 18 - Oct 19 Park info, exhibits related to Mon- Milford Beach (Fee area) Armstrong Montague, NJ 2nd & 3rd Sundays tague area, public programs and House Toll GPS: 41.309053,-74.788919 1p-4p tours; first floor of house partially Cliff Park Inn bridge Nelden-Roberts Golf course (973) 293-3106 accessible Ranger station Wheelchair accessible Stonehouse Montague montaguehistory.org Boat launch Picnic area

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Mohican Outdoor Center * Year-round Park info, Appalachian National Sce- D Near Blairstown, NJ Daily 9a-5p nic Trail access, year-round outdoor GPS: 41.03488,-75.001404 recreation-related programs, basic 560 Layton Dingmans Ferry Access (Fee area) (908) 362-5670 lodging and camping facilities ake Ro L ad r Toll outdoors.org/lodging/lodges/mohican Silve George W. Childs bridge Recreation Site 640 560 Nelden-Roberts Stonehouse * Jun 29 - Aug31 Park info, exhibits related to Dingmans Montague, NJ Sun 1p-4p Montague area, public programs Appalachian Trail Campground Dingmans Falls Peters Valley GPS: 41.29304,-74.791698 and tours Visitor Center School of Craft Other hiking trail Loch (973) 293-3106 STOKES Lomond d a montaguehistory.org o R STATE

Joseph M. McDade e l n i i ra Park Headquarters Year-round Park info, wildlife viewing platform; Recreational Trail NPS n T M FOREST a i (biking and hiking) 615 h ic d c n Bushkill, PA Mon-Fri 8a-4:30p reception area accessible l a e l c O a S Joseph M. McDade 209 p p l GPS: 41.070196,-75.017518 Closed Federal holidays a Recreational Trail A n 521 io (hiking only) t (570) 426-2452 a N nps.gov/dewa Pocono Environmental B Education Center Van u Walpack Center s h Campen Peters Valley School of Craft * May - Nov & Jan - Apr Park info, art gallery & store, artist ki Inn ll Fa lls Layton, NJ Thu-Tue 10a-6p demos, and self-guided village tours

R o GPS: 41.196328,-74.850985 Dec on Sat & Sun, fine craft workshops a d DELAWARE WATER GAP (973) 948-5200 Daily 10a-6p during summer; store accessible Buttermilk petersvalley.org Eshback Access Falls NATIONAL PENNSYLVANIA d a o R Pocono Environmental Ed Center * Spring/Summer/Fall Park info, exhibits related to plants &

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walpackhistory.org 617 Rivers Bend Van Campen Inn * May - Oct Park info, house tours, trailhead Group Campsites (permit) Near Walpack Center, NJ Sun 1p-3p Bushkill Millbrook Village GPS: 41.164648,-74.892164 Bushkill walpackhistory.org Meeting Center

* Park facility operated by partner organization Watergate Stillwater (Fee area) Park Go Green with the River Runner Shuttle Headquarters Mohican 402 209 Outdoor Hiking and biking the McDade Recreational Trail is available on summer weekends and holidays. Center

Hidden Lake d R and paddling the Delaware River Water Trail Shuttles run throughout the day in opposite Poxono 602 r e Access l s i are favorite activities of visitors and residents directions. With the ability to carry bicycles, a Turtle Beach G (Fee area) alike, and miles of safe and scenic trails are canoes, and kayaks, the shuttle is a great way to Smithﬁeld Beach (Fee area) a hallmark of Delaware Water Gap National explore Delaware Water Gap National Recreation il ra T ic Area. Multiple stop options along the way allow n Recreation Area. The missing link, however, Marshalls Creek r ce d e S R v r i ’l e t has always been getting back to your des- folks the chance to fully enjoy park destinations, v R a i N R n Hialeah a Blairstown BUS e i tination once the trip is complete. In the all with the freedom of being car-free. r ch 209 209 a la w pa past, hikers, cyclists and paddlers traveling la Ap Shawnee on e DWORTHINGTON 521 Innovative programs like the Bike Shuttle are just Delaware d between two locations had little option but a o STATE FOREST R

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d to lighten the footprint we all leave on the plan- l NEW JERSEY O go back the way they came. EAST et. Examples like this make clear that Delaware STROUDSBURG 309 The national recreation area wanted to ad- Water Gap National Recreation Area needs help 310 Kittatinny Point Visitor Center dress this issue and at the same time encour- from its visitors to reach its goals. Furthermore, Toll 80 DELAWARE bridge WATER GAP 1 80 age visitors to keep their vacations environ- it highlights the key role that visitors play in THE GAP 94 mentally friendly by reducing vehicle use. As moving the national parks toward sustainability 611 a result, two years ago, the park implement- and a climate-friendly future. Delaware Water 519 ed a pilot alternate transportation shuttle Gap National Recreation Area, and all the parks, 611 80

program in partnership with the Monroe belongs to all of us, which means we all share in 4 County Transit Authority. The program is the responsibility to be good stewards of these Columbia Portland Toll returning for the 2014 season, and service special places. bridge

Schedule: North-bound Schedule* South-bound Schedule* Saturdays and Sundays, May 24, 2014 (including Memorial Day, May 27 and Independence Day, July 4) through Labor Day, Monday, September 1, 2014

Flagstops: The system is designed with the idea that riders could board the bus just about anywhere along the routes. Martz DWG DWG P&R Shawnee Inn Smithfild Beach Fernwood Resort Bushkill Access Creek Toms PEEC Dingmans Access Beach Milford Downtown Milford Downtown Milford Beach Milford Dingmans Access PEEC Creek Toms Bushkill Access Fernwood Resort Smithfild Beach Shawnee Inn DWG P&R Martz DWG For this reason, many people choose to 7:00 7:02 7:08 7:23 7:38 7:45 7:50 -- 8:05 8:25 8:35 9:00 9:05 9:25 -- 9:37 9:42 9:47 10:07 10:22 10:29 10:34 flagstop the bus at in-between points not 9:00 9:02 9:08 9:23 9:38 9:45 9:50 10:10 10:25 10:45 10:55 11:00 11:05 11:25 -- 11:37 11:42 11:47 12:07 12:22 12:29 12:34 published in the timetable. To flagstop the 11:00 11:02 11:08 11:23 11:38 11:45 11:50 -- 12:05 12:25 12:35 1:00 1:05 1:25 -- 1:37 1:42 1:47 2:07 2:22 2:29 2:34 12:00 12:02 12:08 12:23 12:38 12:45 12:50 -- 1:05 1:25 1:35 2:00 2:05 2:25 -- 2:37 2:42 2:47 3:07 3:22 3:29 3:34 bus, simply wave to the driver from a safe 1:00 1:02 1:08 1:23 1:38 1:45 1:50 -- 2:05 2:25 2:35 3:00 3:05 3:25 3:35 3:50 3:55 4:00 4:20 4:35 4:42 4:47 but observable location along the route. 4:00 4:02 4:08 4:23 4:38 4:45 4:50 -- 5:05 5:25 5:35 6:00 6:05 6:25 -- 6:37 6:42 6:47 7:07 7:22 7:29 7:34 * Times in Bold are PM Times are estimates; busses may be delayed as much as 15 minutes

2014 Guide to the Gap 3 Kid Corner

Amazing Maze! People come from all over to see of neat things – like waterfalls, wildlife, scenic views, and the Delaware Water Gap and the many wonders of the area. pieces of history. Follow the trail below to discover some of During your visit to the park, you can discover all sorts the fun things to see. Start Here and wind your way down the path. Smell the air every-where you go. What Search for animal does it smell like in different places? Catch a raindrop, tracks in the soft snowflake or sunbeam mud near the river or on your tongue. Is it stream. If you see one, cold or hot today? draw it here.

Touch the bark of a tree. Is it rough or is it smooth?

Listen to a Look at one of the bird’s song. Hunt for colors. Point many old houses in What do out something yellow, the valley. What do you think it then red, then blue. you think kids did for is saying? Can you see something fun? purple? Listen to a waterfall. Does it sound loud Put your fingers in the river or a or quiet? stream. Is the water cold or warm? Count the deer you see in the park. The best time to see them is in the evening and Look closely at a morning. Stand on wildflower (and a trail and Meet a park ranger. remember not to listen? What If you were a ranger, pick it!). How many do you hear? what would be your petals does it have? favorite part of the job?

End Here Be a Junior Ranger! Nifity Names! Some place names in the park place. Use the code breaker below to find out what the describe the natural processes or characteristics of a Lenape names for a few places mean in English.

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The Lenape word “Kittatinny” means: What is a Junior Ranger? Junior Rangers help to preserve National Parks; they learn about 5 14 4 12 5 19 19 8 9 12 12 Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, have fun, and are “Pocono” comes from the Lenape word “pohoqualin”, which means: our representatives to their friends, families, and schoolmates back home.

How can you become a Junior Ranger? 19 20 18 5 1 13 2 5 20 23 5 5 14 Stop by a visitor center or park headquarters and ask for your free book. Once you have completed the number of activities for your age group, 13 15 21 14 20 1 9 14 19 bring it back to be sworn in as a Junior Ranger and be presented with your badge.

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2014 Guide to the Gap 5 Trails More than 100 miles of trails meander through the park, Be prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. including nearly 26 miles of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. Hikers enjoy the trails during all months of the year, with each season offering its own special rewards. • Stay on trails: taking shortcuts causes trail erosion and can During winter, the absence of deciduous leaves opens new be dangerous. vistas along trails and reveals stone walls, foundations, and other reminders of past residents. Spring provides a weekly • Carry (and drink) plenty of water: a leading cause of injuries on the trail is dehydration. parade of wildflowers and flowering trees. In summer, seek out cool retreats among the hemlock forests or follow • Protect yourself from the sun: wear a hat, sunglasses and babbling streams to roaring falls and cascades. Autumn sunscreen. hikers have crisp, dry air to sharpen their senses and a • Protect yourself from ticks and insects: use insect repellant, varied palette of fall colors to enjoy. check and remove ticks when you return, and wear light- colored clothing to spot ticks more easily. Choosing a trail can be a daunting task. What to see: • Stay alert in snake habitat: don’t put your hands and feet Waterfalls? Historic landscapes? Inspiring views? The into places you can’t see. following pages offer a glimpse of the many routes available. For more information and trail maps, stop by one of the • Be bear-aware: do not run if a bear approaches; make noise, visitor contact areas. wave your arms, and look large. • Safeguard pets: pets must be leashed at all times; additionally, pets are not permitted at Milford, Turtle and Smithfield beaches and on the McDade Recreational Trail between Hialeah and Smithfield Beach from late spring to early fall; pets are not permitted anytime along the Dingmans Creek, Hackers, Childs Park, and Raymondskill Creek trails, at Watergate Recreation Site, and at Hialeah Picnic Area.

• Trails are not regularly maintained or patrolled: travel carefully and at your own risk.

• Pack out what you pack in.

• Do not feed or approach wildlife.

• Bicycles are only permitted on the McDade Recreational Trail and roadways that are open to vehicle traffic.

• Horses are only permitted on the Conashaugh View and Upper Ridge Road trails.

• Pets and bicycles are only permitted on bike paths. View from a Cliff Trail overlook

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2014 Guide to the Gap 7 McDade Recreation Trail

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8 2014 Guide to the Gap Delaware River Authorized Canoe, Kayak, and Tube Liveries Adventure Sports Inc. 800 487-2628 PO Box 175 Water Trail adventuresport.com 570 223-0505 Marshalls Creek, PA 18335 Chamberlain’s Canoes 800 422-6631 PO Box 555 The Delaware River is the longest Local liveries rent canoes, kayaks, chamberlaincanoes.com 570 421-0180 Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356 un-dammed United States river east tubes, and rafts, and provide Delaware River Rafting & Canoeing 800 543-0271 100 US 46 of the Mississippi, extending 330 transportation to and from launches. njcamping.com/delaware 908 475-4517 Delaware, NJ 07833 miles from Hancock, New York to the For extended boat trips (14 miles or Edge of the Woods Outfitters * 570 421-6681 110 Main Street Atlantic Ocean. The Delaware River more), free primitive campsites along bikeDWG.com Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327 Water Trail extends nearly 200 miles the river are available first-come, first Kayaks East 866 529-2532 PO Box 77 from Hancock, New York to Trenton, serve. Camping along the river is only kayakeast.com 570 421-3432 Columbia, NJ 07832-0077

New Jersey. Like a conventional trail, permitted in these designated sites and Kittatinny Canoes 800 356-2852 2130 Route 739 a water trail is a recreational corridor, is limited to one night at each location. kittatinny.com 570 296-5890 Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328 but instead of hiking, the water trail is Addtionally: Mauka Nalu † 570 420-1905 100 Shawnee Inn Drive for boats, such as canoes, kayaks and • Fires permitted in existing fire maukanalu.com Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356 small-motorized watercraft. grates only. River Rat Outfitters 484 893-9172 88 Broad Street • Self-contained stoves are Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327

The outstanding natural, cultural, permitted. Shawnee River Trips 800 742-9633 x1120 100 Shawnee Inn Drive recreation and scenic resources of the • Use dead and down wood only. Do shawneeinn.com 570 424-4000 Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356 middle part of the Delaware River led it not cut standing trees. True North Farm 610 716-5968 2273 Gap View Drive to be designated the Middle Delaware • Pack out what you pack in, truenorthfarmpa.com East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 River National Scenic and Recreational including food scraps. * bicycle rental also available † stand-up paddle board rental River. The Delaware River within this • Use soaps sparingly; even park is mostly flat and calm, perfect for biodegradable soap is a pollutant. family outings and for the canoeist and • Do not urinate or defecate within kayaker of any skill level. No wonder 100 feet of any river or stream. Bury the Delaware River makes a great water fecal material, including pet waste, Be Safe around Water trail! at least six inches deep and at least 100 feet away from water. Planning a safe day at the river begins well before you get near the water and does not end until you return home. Even though the Delaware River appears calm in some areas, DO NOT be misled! Moving water must be respected. The information below, you will help you better understand how to safely and comfortably enjoy the river.

General Information: • Wear your life jacket even when swimming and don’t overestimate your swimming ability. Do not attempt to swim or wade across the river. The Delaware River has strong currents and steep drop-offs. Swimming becomes more difficult with increased current and water depth. Even the strongest of swimmers should be extremely cautious. Do not swim alone - always stay with your group. • Swim at designated beaches. Lifegaurds are on-duty at Milford, Smithfield and Turtle beaches mid-June through Labor Day. • Guard yourself against sunburn by wearing a hat and light clothing and by using sunscreen with a high rating. Wear shoes to protect against glass and rocks. Walk carefully because rocks can be very slippery. • Stay hydrated. Bring and drink plenty of water. Do not drink river or stream water, even clean water can have natural bacteria. • Do not jump or dive from cliffs, rocks, or bridges into the river; the water may be shallow and objects can be submerged. Rivers are constantly changing, especially with high water. Rocks can show up in a places they never were before.

When Boating: • If you capsize, don’t panic. Stay with your boat; even an overturned boat can support you. Keep upstream of your boat to avoid being pinned against a rock or obstical. Float on your back with your feet pointed downstream. Use your paddle to push away from rocks and other obsticals. Retrieve boats and equipment only if it can be done safely. • Be ready for changing weather and cold water. Bring rain gear. To protect against hypothermia, bring clothing made of wool, polypropylene, high-performance fleece, or a wet suit. • Alcohol and boating are a killer combination. Alcohol can enhance heat-related illnesses and slow your response in an emergency. • Never try to stand in rapids. Your foot could become trapped between submerged rocks. With a foot trapped, the current can be strong enough to push you over and hold you under even if you are wearing a life jacket. • Always tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return. Arrange drop off and pick up points before you leave. Leave emergency phone numbers and vehicle Although the river only covers about 4% percent of the United States as it journeys from the mountains to the Delaware Bay, it supplies drinking water for about 7% of the nation’s description and tag numbers with someone who can report that you are overdue. population—including the cities of New York and Philadelphia • Bring a spare paddle, a throw line, and a first aid kit. A Day at the Beach Pa c k a s w i m s u i t a n d a p i c n i c day with family playing games and and head to the beach - the river beach, enjoying each other’s company. And that is. Unlike the sandy beaches along there are those who spend all the time the ocean, the beaches here have soft in the water – splashing, wading, and grass to stretch out and enjoy the day. swimming.

Perhaps the greatest thing about the Milford, Smithfield, and Turtle Beaches river beaches is that their uses are as are designated swim areas. Lifeguards varied as the people who enjoy them. monitor the beaches daily mid-June For some, a day at the beach means through Labor Day. Swimming in other doing nothing more than laying in the areas of the river is not recommended. sun and cooling off in the water every This summer, indulge with a day at the now and then. Some like to spend the beach! Smithfield Beach

2014 Guide to the Gap 9 Eastern National Serving America’s National Parks & Other Public Trusts

Eastern National promotes the public’s understanding and support of America’s national parks and other public trust partners by providing quality educational experiences, products, and services to the visitors to America’s national parks and other public trusts. Eastern National is a multidimensional organization. It is an organization that supports the interpretive and educational mission of the National Park Service. It is a retail business that acquires, produces, and sells educational and interpretive material to enhance the enjoyment of visitors to the National Park System and other public trusts. And it is a philanthropic organization that disperses its net profit directly and indirectly to national parks to support their diverse educational and interpretive programs.

Exploring Delaware Water Gap History This book takes the reader back in time, providing a snapshot of the lives of the earliest colo- Forgot your camera? The visitor nizers, and explains the area’s evolving history center stores offer a variety of through the buildings and artifacts that still exist posters and postcards of images from past eras. Designed as a self-guided auto taken in the park! tour, the fascinating history includes dozens of historic black and white photographs.

Trails Illustrated: Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area This comprehensive map for adventure seekers of all types marks official park trails, roads, and places of interest. Map also includes Worthing- ton and Stokes State Forest Trails, and portions of the Liberty Gap and Appalachian National Scenic Trail. Waterproof and tear-resistant.

Canoeing the Delaware River This paddler’s companion provides a mile-by-mile account of the Delaware’s 200-mile course from Hancock, New York, to the tidewater at Trenton, New Jersey. The book provides descriptions of rapids, access locations, points of interest, outfit- ter information and stories of people and events associated with the river.

Apparel Let others know about your adventure in the park by wearing Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area apparel. A variety of t-shirts and sweat-shirts in a variety of sizes, and caps are available to remind you of your park experience. Check out the variety of other accessories while in the visitor center store.

Pins, Magnets, and Patches For 40 miles the Middle Delaware River passes between low forested mountains with barely a house in sight. Then the river cuts through the mountain ridge to form the famed Water Gap. Commemorate your visit with a variety of keepsake magnets, lapel pins, patches, ornaments, mugs and other items. Dingmans Falls

Millbrook Village

10 2014 Guide to the Gap Activities and Events in 2014 On-going Activities

Campfire Program 7p varied topics, bring a chair or blanket, free; more Dingmans Campground, PA Fri & Sat, May 23 - Aug 30 info: (570) 828-6125, nps.gov/dewa Guided Waterfall Walk Times vary tour to Silverthread & Dingmans falls; free; more Dingmans Falls Visitor Center, PA Sat & Sun, May 24 - Aug 31 info: (570) 828-6125, nps.gov/dewa Millbrook Village Self-Guided Tour 10a - 4p several historic buildings open; free; more info: Millbrook Village, NJ Sat, May 24 - Aug 31 (570) 426-2452, nps.gov/dewa Peters Valley Self-Guided Tour 10a - 5p several historic buildings and studios open; more Layton, NJ Sat & Sun, May 24 - Aug 31 info: (973) 948-5202, nps.gov/dewa Foster-Armstrong House Tour 1 - 4p demonstrations and exhibits in addition to house Montague, NJ 2nd & 3rd Sun, May 18 - Oct 19 tours; free; more info: (973) 293-3106 Neldon-Roberts Stonhouse Tour 1 - 4p demonstrations and exhibits in addition to house Montague, NJ 2nd & 3rd Sun, May 18 - Oct 19 tours; free; more info: (973) 293-3106 Van Campen Inn Tour 1 - 4p tour and local history information; free; more Walpack Center, NJ Sun, Jun 29 - Aug 24 info: (973) 964-9697

Specific Events & Activities

June September

Little Eco Explorers: Fish 1 - 3p craft & activity for kids 3-6; $5, registration re- Ecozone! Discovery Room 1 - 4p indoor discovery room with hands-on exhibits; Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Jun 8 quired; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Sep 6 & 21 $2; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Ecozone! Discovery Room 1 - 4p indoor discovery room with hands-on exhibits; Introduction to Canoeing 10a - 12p learn paddling a canoe/kayak; $5, registration Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Jun 8 & 29 $2; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Sep 7 required; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Pond Explorers 1 - 3p explore and examine pond life; $5, registration Fungus Among Us 10a - 12p learn the world of fungus; $5, registration re- Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Jun 14 required; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Sep 14 quired; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Summer Canoe Paddle 1 - 3p learn paddling a canoe/kayak; $5, registration Harvest Festival 10a - 4p activities, exhibts, music, food, & crafts; $5 per Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Jun 15 & 29 required; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Sep 14 car; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Delaware River Sojourn varied daily guided river trip (all-inclusive); fee charged; more along the Delaware River Jun 22 - 28 info: delawareriversojourn.org October Independence Day Celbration 10a - 3p party for the young nation, varied activities; free; Millbrook Days 10a - 4p celebrate rual life in the 1800, varied activities; Millbrook Village, NJ Jun 28 more info: (570) 426-2452, nps.gov/dewa Millbrook Village, NJ Oct 4 -5 free; more info: (570) 426-2452, nps.gov/dewa Math in Nature: Fractal Hike 1 - 3p mathematical patterns in nature; $5; more info: July Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Oct 5 (570) 828-2319, peec.org Frog Frolic 1 - 3p explore the area for frogs; $5, registration re- Nature at Night 6 - 8p guided night walk; $5, registration required; Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Jul 12 quired; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Oct 18 more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Frog Frenzy 10a - 12p explore the area for frogs; $5, registration re- Van Campen Day 12 - 4p Inn tours, guided hike, various activities; free; Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Jul 13 quired; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Van Campen Inn, NJ Oct 19 more info: (973) 964-9697, nps.gov/dewa Ecozone! Discovery Room 1 - 3p indoor discovery room with hands-on exhibits; Ecozone! Discovery Room 1 - 4p indoor discovery room with hands-on exhibits; Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Jul 19 & 27 $2; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Oct 19 $2; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Summer Canoe Paddle 10a - 12p learn paddling a canoe/kayak; $5, registration Grange Harvest Festival 12 - 4p varied activities; free; more info: Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Jul 19 & 20 required; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Montegue, NJ Oct 26 (973) 293-7626 Nature at Night 8 - 9:30p guided night walk; $5, registration required; Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Jul 19 more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org November Birdwatching Walk 8 - 9a learn basic birdwathcing techniques; free; more Little Eco Explorers: Fish 10:30a - 12p craft & activity for kids 3-6; $5, registration re- Dingmans Falls Visitor Center, PA Jul 19 & 26 info: (570) 828-6125, nps.gov/dewa Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Nov 1 quired; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Birdwatching Walk 8 - 9a learn basic birdwathcing techniques; free; more Ecozone! Discovery Room 1 - 4p indoor discovery room with hands-on exhibits; Toms Creek Picnic Area, PA Jul 20 & 27 info: (570) 828-6125, nps.gov/dewa Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Nov 1 &15 $2; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Little Eco Explorers: Beaver 1 - 3p craft & activity for kids 3-6; $5, registration re- Foster-Armstrong Holiday 1 - 4p house decorated for the holidays; free; more info: Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Jul 27 quired; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Montague, NJ Nov 29 & 30 (973) 293-3106 Butterfly Walk 1 - 3p learn the world of butterflies; $5, registration Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Jul 27 required; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org December Victorian Christmas 11a - 4p village decorated for holidays, varied activities; August Millbrook Village, NJ Dec 6 free; more info: (570) 426-2452, nps.gov/dewa Frog Frenzy 1 - 3p explore the area for frogs; $5, registration re- Introduction to Astronomy 6 - 7:30p learn some of the constellations in the sky; $10; Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Aug 9 & 23 quired; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Dec 6 more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Dragonfly Walk 1 - 3p learn the world of dragonflies; $5, registration Foster-Armstrong Holiday 1 - 4p house decorated for the holidays; free; more info: Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Aug 16 required; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Montague, NJ Dec 6,7,13,14 (973) 293-3106 Ecozone! Discovery Room 1 - 4p indoor discovery room with hands-on exhibits; Rosencrans Museum Holiday 1 - 4p special holiday hours for Rosencrans Museum; Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Aug 17 & 23 $2; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Walpack Center, NJ Dec 6, 7, 13 free; more info: (973) 964-9697 Butterfly Walk 1 - 3p learn the world of butterflies; $5, registration Old-Fashioned Carol Sing 5p carol service in Millbrook Village church; free; Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Aug 24 required; more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org Millbrook Village, NJ Dec 7 more info: (570) 426-2452; nps.gov/dewa Winter Ecology Hike 10a - 12p how different plants & animals survive winter; $5; Pocono Environmental Ed Ctr, PA Dec 7 more info: (570) 828-2319, peec.org

Mohican Outdoor Center, Pocono Environmental Education Center, and Peters Valley School of • outdoors.org/lodging/lodges/mohican (Mohican Outdoor Center) Craft offer a variety of additional day and multi-day programs. For more information visit: • peec.org (Pocono Environmental Education Center) • petersvalley.org (Peters Valley School of Craft)

2014 Guide to the Gap 11 National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area 1978 River Road Bushkill, PA 18324

EXPERIENCE YOUR AMERICA™

Camping in the Park

Visitors to the Delaware Water Gap Trail Camping Group Campsites River Camping National Recreation Area have Within the Delaware Water Gap Groups of five or more campers may For extended boat trips (14 miles or opportunities to immerse themselves National Recreation Area, overnight reserve group campsites in either of more), free primitive campsites along in an environment of solitude, tranquil backpacking is only permitted along the park’s two group campsites: Valley the river are available first-come, first natural landscapes, striking river the Appalachian National Scenic View Group Campsites in Pennsylvania serve. Camping along the river is only valley scenery, and a substantially Trail (AT). Camping is restricted to on US 209 and Rivers Bend Group permitted in these designated sites and undeveloped river corridor that are through-hikers who are hiking for Campsites in New Jersey on Old Mine is limited to one night at each location. unmatched among large rivers in the two or more consecutive days. For Road north of Millbrook Village. Both For more information about river most densely populated region of the more information about hiking and sites are on the river, allowing large camping, call (570) 426-2452 or visit United States. What better way to camping, see the AT information on groups on overnight canoe trips to nps.gov/dewa. immerse yourself in this environment page 8. Additionally, Appalachian camp together. For more information than to go camping! Camping is a Mountain Club’s Mohican Outdoor and reservations, call (570) 426-2452. relatively inexpensive way to create Center offers several self-service lasting memories. Whether you enjoy cabin options, individual and group the services available at a campground campsites, and simple dining options. or enjoy the solitude of hiking a ways to Numerous weekend hiking activities pitch a tent away from people, the park are offered throughout the year. For offers a campsite for you. more information, call (908) 362-5670 or visit Dingmans Campground outdoors.org/lodging/lodges/mohican. Dingmans Campground offers a variety of camping settings, including sites tucked in the forest, in the meadow, or along the river. Sites are available for both tent and RV camping, some with water and electric hook-ups. Located near many popular park destinations, the campground is a great base for a weekend get-away. Amenities include a camp store, weekly activities, and weekend evening ranger programs during the summer. For more information and reservations, call (877) 828-1551 or visit dingmanscampground.com.