STORM DAMAGE UPDATE

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 (Current as of FEBRUARY 2023)

PARK ALERT:  The D&R Canal State Park is still recovering from the flooding waters and the extensive damage caused by Tropical Storm Ida.  The majority of locations are free of obstructions (downed trees, limbs and debris) and most are now accessible to the public.  That said, do expect to encounter muddy locations along the path during rainy conditions. When muddy or puddled, the multi-use trail IS NOT IDEAL FOR CYCLING so DO dismount and walk when needed.  For your safety and others, ALWAYS CONTINUE TO USE CAUTION when using the path.

PLEASE CONTACT THE PARK OFFICE TO REPORT ANY DOWNED TREES OBSTRUCTING THE PATH (609.924.5705). 

SEE UPDATES, CLOSURES AND ADVISORIES BELOW:

CLOSED: Canal bridge over the Wichecheoke Creek in Stockton and a closure of the path behind the Prallsville Mills in Stockton due to undermining of the towpath.

OPEN: Canal bridge over Alexauken Creek in Lambertville.

OPEN: The towpath is now repaired and OPENED in Lawrence Township, Mercer County in the vicinity of the Port Mercer Bridge Tender's House (along Quaker Road which has also been repaired and reopened).

OPEN: The towpath is now RESURFACED and REPAIRED along the main stem of the canal from LANDING LANE to ROCKY HILL at ROUTE 518.

OPEN: Delaware River boat launches.

OPEN: Bulls Island Day Use Area - picnic area and playground.

OPEN: D&R Canal Towpath Trail is accessible and open between:
        Frenchtown to Bulls Island;
        Prallsville Mill (Stockton) to Trenton;
        The main canal from Demott Lane to Trenton (Landing Lane Spillway
        is currently under construction through the Spring of 2023
        and will be inaccessible during the project). 
Updates will be posted here and on our Facebook page. We thank you for your cooperation and patience as we continue to recover from this storm.

Path closure at Prallsville Mills in Stockton.

Path closure at Prallsville Mills in Stockton.