MAY 25, 2024:
The summer season is here at D&R Canal State Park. The following information will serve as reminders to help keep everyone safe and to ensure that the have an enjoyable experience.

THINGS TO DO

Picnicking and grilling is permitted in designated picnic areas only;
The canal towpath is an ideal place to walk, bike or run;
Canoes and kayaks are allowed along the entire length of the canal;
Keep it clean and green! Take your trash home with you – trash cans are not provided.

COMMERCIAL TUBING RENTALS
River tubing in the Delaware River is one of the most popular activities at D&R Canal State Park. Big Bear Gear is the only tubing company licensed to operate in the state park. For more information on rentals and pricing visit Big Bear Gear’s website: https://bigbeargearnj.com/pages/delaware-river-tubing.

BRING YOUR OWN RIVER TUBE
Members of the public are welcome to bring their own tubes, park their cars and tube on their own. The public are only permitted to launch tubes from the Riverview and Fairview parking lots only. Exit the river at the stairs located at the Point Pleasant parking lot. Reference the D&R Canal State Park map below for lot locations.

D&R Canal State Park Map
D&R Canal State Park Brochure

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Swimming is not permitted anywhere within the D&R Canal State Park.

Fires of any kind are not permitted.

Alcohol is not permitted.

D&R Canal State Park is extremely popular on weekends and holidays during the summer months. Parking is limited and only permitted in designated areas. Illegally parked vehicles may be ticketed and are subject to fines.

The River View parking area in Kingwood on Route 29 just south of Frenchtown is available for public use.

Accessing the river from the park for allowed activities such as boating, tubing, kayaking, etc is AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Don’t Underestimate the River! Wear a lifejacket, watch for submerged objects and changing river currents, water levels and conditions.
Check the current river height. Know the river; Be prepared!