Delaware Water Gap Things to Do

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The Van Campen's Glen Trail starts at the Van Campen's Glen Picnic Area and follows Van Campen's Brook north one mile, crossing the brook on a small footbridge just before a good-sized waterfall. I only went as far as the waterfall. However, from there I could see that the trail then climbs a staircase beside the waterfall. Evidently it continues one-half mile farther, crossing (not following) the dirt Cutoff Road to reach the Watergate Recreation Site. Hiking north around the ponds at Watergate one-half mile leads to the dirt road to Millbrook. The trail climbs about 100 feet per mile northbound. It is marked with yellow blazes.

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The online Reader's Digest Advice and Know-How about the Delaware River Loop scenic drive tells us:

"The first [Europeans] to settle the Delaware River valley in the early 1700's were Dutch farmers from New Amsterdam (now New York). The Van Campens, descendants of one of the families, sold their land so that a mill could be built beside a stream that came to be known as Van Campen's Mill Brook. This mill spawned Millbrook Village, a living museum and the first "town" inside the Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area. An adjoining glen makes a fine picnic spot, and while the brook isn't stocked, it boasts a healthy population of wild trout, which thrive in its cool waters and seem to exist solely to tempt anglers drawn to its waters."

The 40 miles of the Delaware River attract people who enjoy canoeing, tubing, and rafting. Access points to the river are located every eight to ten miles, and may be by way of dirt roads. This is the canoeing area at Eshback, 5 miles from Bushkill Visitor Center.

For those on overnight trips, camping is allowed at designated sites along the river.

The Appalachain Trail on the New Jersey side offers breath taking views. On a clear day, you can see for miles. Also, there are many deep water ponds along the trail. These ponds are popular for fishing.

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