D & H Canal Trail
Hike the D&H Towpath Trail 0.4 mi one way · the Park Service's write-up
15-30 Minutes · dogs allowed · season <p>The Towpath Trail is open year-round, though the most popular times of the year to hike are late spring through fall. During high-water and flooding events, the Towpath Trail can be damaged and temporarily closed. Please exercise caution and situational awareness with weather and river conditions while hiking. During all seasons, there is always a risk of ticks. Please check for ticks on yourself and any pets after hiking.</p>
Start Roebling’s Delaware Aqueduct (New York Side)
Enjoy this easy walking trail that takes you along the Delaware river and remains of the historic Delaware and Hudson (D&H) Canal . Experience beautiful views of the river, opportunities to spot a variety of flora and fauna, and the chance to peek into the past through Roebling’s Delaware Aqueduct and the remnants of the old canal still visible along the trail.
Due to its proximity to the river, this trail can be damaged after flooding and high-water events. Please check Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River’s Alerts & Current Conditions to check for trail closures, especially after severe weather events.
Parking and Restrooms
Parking is available at the trailhead on New York State Route 97. This is a paved, medium-sized parking lot able to accomodate approximately 10 vehicles. An additional parking lot, containing the only nearby public restroom, is located on the Pennsylvania-side of Roebling's Delaware Aqueduct.
Pack It In, Pack It Out
Please practice "Leave No Trace" principles and do not litter or leave any waste, including animal waste, behind. Take waste with you and dispose of it properly.
Connection to the Barbara Yeaman Observation Area/Minisink Ford Observation Area
The southern tip of the D&H Towpath Trail connects to another local walking trail that follows along Route 97 and the Delaware River. This additional riverside trail adds roughly an additional 0.4 miles one-way to the trail and ends at the Barbara Yeaman Observation Area near Minisink Ford. There are no structures or observation blinds in this wildlife observation area, but there are several designated parking spots.
Accessibility Although trail is relatively flat, it is not a paved trail. Trail is approximately 0.8 miles and made of dirt, grass, and/or gravel at different sections and is approximately 8 feet wide. Trail may get wet and muddy after rain, snow, and other inclement weather. This is a forested trails so tree roots and fallen branches may also be present of the trail. The parking lot next to trailhead does have an accessible parking space. The connecting trail to the wildlife observation area is made of packed gravel and is relatively flat.