The Middle Delaware River has designated swimming beaches, including beaches in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
- Water
- River, Delaware River
- Lifeguard
- The water trail guide says the Middle Delaware offers swimming beaches with lifeguards; the National Park Service says its beaches have no lifeguards.
- Managed by
- National Park Service
Getting there
The Middle Delaware River water trail includes river beaches in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
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Get directionsRules to know before you go
- Swim in designated areas.
- Do not swim within 50 feet of a boat launch, canoe launch or waterfall.
- Do not swim across the river.
- Do not use swimming aids, water toys or flotation devices; only personal flotation devices are permitted.
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