Explore the Tidal Delaware Water Trail!
Paddle, sail, hike, and bike your way through history!
The Tidal Delaware Water Trail is 56 miles of accessible river opportunities from Trenton, New Jersey to Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania. Here the river experiences high and low tides—just like the beach—before emptying into the Atlantic Ocean. That’s why we call this area the Tidal Delaware River.
One of 25 designated Pennsylvania Water Trails, the Tidal Delaware is a hub of environmental features, historic resources, and recreational activities for Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Whether you are a boater, paddler, bird watcher, tourist, or just want to share in the views of the river, the Tidal Delaware Water Trail has something for everyone!
Ready to plan your trip?
Find out where to start, what to do, and the many things to see! View our Trail Map below, which identifies Natural Resource Sites, Historical Sites, Cultural Sites, Parks, Boat Access points, Paddler Access points, Marinas, and Boat Clubs.
Safety on the River
And remember, the Tidal Delaware Water Trail is a tidal river, and with that comes challenges and opportunities. Commercial boats, tidal surges, utilities, and headwinds can occur. Before accessing the trail, check your route and review our Safety Guidelines.
TIDAL DELAWARE WATER TRAIL MAP
The Tidal Delaware Water Trail Map was financed in part by a grant from the Community Conservation Partnerships Program Environmental Stewardship Fund under the administration of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation administered through the Pennsylvania Environmental Council’s Pennsylvania Water Trails Partnership Mini Grant Program.
