Entrance - Private Vehicle
$10.00Entrance fee for beaches and boat launches. Fee is good for one vehicle and it's passengers (up to 7 people).
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Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
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Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area at a glance
- Best time
- April–May, September–October
- Trip length
- Half day–1 day
- Don't miss
- Hike the Cliff Trail
- Nearby city
- Bushkill, PA
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About Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history, and striking scenery along 40 miles of the longest free-flowing river east of the Mississippi. The park offers year-round recreation including hiking, paddling, fishing, and hunting.
3 current NPS alerts
- Park Closure: Dingmans Falls Trail, Road, and Access Closed for Bridge Replacement
- Park Closure: Old Mine Road North Construction Closure Begins April 6, 2026
- Information: Main Street Walpack Bridge Closed Until Further Notice
Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 11, 2026). Official Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area page on nps.gov
Weather Information
- Spring
Temperatures usually range from lows of 26 F to highs of 80 F with average rainfall of 5 inches.
- Summer
Temperatures usually range from lows of 55 F to highs of 85 F with average rainfall of 4 inches.
- Fall
Temperatures usually range from lows of 30 F to highs of 83F.
- Winter
Temperatures usually range from lows of 15 F to highs of 49 F.
Fall foliage is at its peak sometime in October as daily mountain temperatures vary frequently and influence the change.
Entrance Fees
Operating Hours
Park roads are open 24-hours a day. Most day-use areas within the park are open sunrise to sunset (such as trailhead parking lots, Millbrook Village, and all picnic areas).
- MondayAll Day
- TuesdayAll Day
- WednesdayAll Day
- ThursdayAll Day
- FridayAll Day
- SaturdayAll Day
- SundayAll Day
Entrance Passes
Annual Entrance - Park
$45.00Annual seasonal pass for expanded amenity fee areas. Passes can be purchased from park visitor centers or staffed fee booths located at Milford Beach, Smithfield Beach, and Turtle Beach.
Common questions
Planning Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts and Permits for live updates.
TrailVerse lists 1 reservation type on the Permits tab, including Delaware Water Gap - Fall Foliage Trip 10/24/2026. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.
