The best traffic-free bike rides around Frenchtown

Bikes are allowed on the bridge! I went over the 'grate like' bridge just fine!

The Washington Crossing Bridge spans the Delaware River, connecting the historic Washington Crossing Parks in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. This narrow iron truss bridge, built in 1904, accommodates two lanes of traffic with a 3-ton weight limit and a 15 mph speed limit. It has a 3'6" wooden pedestrian walkway, and traffic signals at each end manage the flow of vehicles due to the bridge's narrowness. The Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission has recently announced plans to replace the bridge to address safety and operational issues. The new design will feature wider lanes, shoulders, and a pedestrian path, aiming to improve traffic flow and safety while still respecting the area's historical significance.

From this spot on the Delaware and Raritan Canal Townpath near Frenchtown, where you get fantastic views of the Deleware River close to town. The Deleware River is the longest free-flowing river east of the Mississippi River in the United States. The Townpath runs for nearly 70 miles along the river, offering a fantastic, car-free way to enjoy the scenery.

Clinton Mills Dam, located on the South Branch Raritan River, holds historical significance as a former industrial site powering the Clinton Mills. Today, it captivates visitors with its scenic beauty and offers recreational opportunities such as fishing and birdwatching, preserving its legacy amidst natural splendor.

Pine Hill Section Nature Reserve is a woodland area that strides the Raritan River. You can ride to the reserve using Hampton Road that takes you over the bridge near the dam. This is a beautiful ride, but be aware that this is a gravel road.

Washington Crossing the Delaware River statue is located on the corner of River Road and Route 532. This statue is based on Emmanuel Leutze’s famous painting of the nation's first president, George Washington, crossing the Delaware River. The statue was quite a feat to bring to this small town, as it weighs 30 tons. It was carved by a 76-year-old retired limestone sculptor in the 1970s.

Washington Crossing Bridge is 877 feet (267 m) in length and goes over the New Jersey and Pennsylvania state lines and the Delaware River. It is toll-free to cross this bridge, and there are great views of the river. There is a separate walkway for bikes and foot traffic, or if you choose to ride with cars on the bridge, be sure to keep in mind that the road turns to metal grate and not asphalt here.

The Washington Crossing Historic Park is situated in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey and commemorates the pivotal crossing of the Delaware River by General George Washington and the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War in 1776. The Washington Crossing Visitor Center in Pennsylvania serves as a focal point for visitors; there are exhibits, artifacts, and multimedia presentations that illuminate the challenges faced by Washington and his troops during the winter campaign of 1776-1777. There are also bathrooms, parking areas, picnic spots, and other amenities for you to use.