Washington Crossing Bridge – Canal Bridge to the 1799 House loop from Yardley

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United States

New Jersey

Mercer County

Washington Crossing Bridge – Canal Bridge to the 1799 House loop from Yardley

Hard

4.9

(7199)

19,661

runners

Washington Crossing Bridge – Canal Bridge to the 1799 House loop from Yardley

01:53

16.4km

30m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River

Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.03 km

Picnic area along the canal

Highlight • Rest Area

Nice area right on the D&R Canal Towpath. There are picnic tables and some boards with information about the trail and local points of interest.

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3.38 km

D&R Canal Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This mostly unpaved towpath runs alongside the Delaware and Raritan Canal, and is part of D&R Canal State Park. The trail is popular with walkers, runners and cyclists.

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6.86 km

Washington Crossing Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

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 …

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6.93 km

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 …

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7.32 km

Washington Crossing the Delaware River statue

Highlight • Monument

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 …

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12.3 km

Canal Bridge to the 1799 House

Highlight • Bridge

This short bridge over the canal takes you to a rebuilt home from 1799 that now functions as a restroom with water fountains and air conditioning. This is a great little scenic rest stop along the canal trail.

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