Name: ADVANCED Scudders Falls / Trenton 12 mile Delaware River Canals & Towpaths Loop
Start: 2025-04-05T09:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-04-05T17:00:00-04:00

This hike is rated ADVANCED due to length and the need to move quickly.

This 12 mile flat loop (longer than the map shows due to side excursions) will follow the historic Delaware Canal south in PA, cross to the NJ side and return north via the historic Delaware & Raritan Canal. Bring lunch as this is my first time doing this loop and I don't have a clue about the food options - suggestions came from people on the internet. There are some quick food options in a shopping center just west of the trail in Morrisville PA just before we cross to Trenton. Be aware that this will add more time to the trip.

After crossing to Trenton, we will detour just off the towpath at the historic Cadawalader Park, which was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, who designed our very own Clove Lakes Park, Prospect Park, Central Park and so many others. There is also a historic mansion on the site great for pics, now used as a museum. I believe there are also restrooms here. https://ellarslie.org/about/mansion-park/

Speaking of restrooms, there's a restroom and a water bottle filling station at the historic 1799 House on the PA side at the start and finish, a restroom just after the 3 mile mark on the PA side, and a restroom at the 5 mile mark before crossing the Calhoun Street Bridge into Trenton, which the internet tells me is usually open but not guaranteed. As this is likely to be an all day walk, this is important info.

Adults only (16+), no pets. Due to the long length, we will try to maintain a brisk pace of at least 2.5 mph while walking. You will need all-day mental stamina, very comfortable shoes, and possibly electrolytes. Surface is either crushed gravel or dirt with some concrete and asphalt on connector roads and bridges. Gaiters such as "DirtyGirl Gaiters" might be helpful for keeping grit from getting into your shoes.

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