Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River
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Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River at a glance
- Best time
- April–May, September–October
- Trip length
- Half day–2 days
- Don't miss
- Main Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River highlights — see Things to Do for current listings
- Nearby city
- Philadelphia, PA
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About Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River
The Delaware River, the largest free-flowing river in the eastern United States, runs past forests, farmlands and villages. It also links some of the most densely populated regions in America. In 2000, the National Wild and Scenic River System incorporated key segments of the lower Delaware River to form this unit of the National Park System.
No current NPS alerts
The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.
Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 11, 2026). Official Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River 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.
Operating Hours
The largest free-flowing river in the eastern United States, the Delaware River runs past forests, farmlands, and villages, and it also links some of the most densely populated regions in America. In 2000, the National Wild and Scenic River System incorporated key segments of the lower Delaware River to form this unit of the National Park System.
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Planning Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
