Delaware River Scenic Byway
Delaware River Scenic Byway is a National Scenic Byway in New Jersey. Within New Jersey it covers roughly 40 miles. The map below shows its route. Use “Plan a drive” to open it in the Road Sorties route planner — already routing along Delaware River Scenic Byway with scenic roads turned on, ready to add your own stops.
This byway follows the Delaware River along the western edge of New Jersey, past river towns, an old canal towpath, and the wooded hills above the water. It runs through the artsy riverfront towns of Lambertville and Stockton and near Washington Crossing, where the Continental Army famously crossed the icy Delaware in December 1776. The river, canal, and historic villages set the tone.
- Delaware River
- Lambertville & Stockton
- Washington Crossing
- D&R Canal towpath
- river-town antiques
Designated for its historic qualities
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Places to stop along Delaware River Scenic Byway
Old Barracks Museum
Trenton barracks from 1758 where Hessian soldiers were quartered before Washington's surprise attack in December 1776.
WebsiteWashington Crossing State Park
Where Washington's army landed after crossing the icy Delaware on Christmas night 1776, with a visitor center museum.
Goat Hill Overlook
A short hike to a cliff-top view over the Delaware River valley near Lambertville.
Where to Stay along Delaware River Scenic Byway
2 campgrounds and RV parks sit within about 5 miles of Delaware River Scenic Byway.
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Photos of Delaware River Scenic Byway
What is a National Scenic Byway?
National Scenic Byways are roads recognized at the federal level for at least one outstanding quality — scenic, natural, historic, cultural, archaeological or recreational — that gives travelers a reason to seek them out rather than just pass through.