View from Scudder Falls Bridge – Canal Bridge to the 1799 House loop from Lower Makefield Open Space

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View from Scudder Falls Bridge – Canal Bridge to the 1799 House loop from Lower Makefield Open Space

Moderate

4.9

(1096)

10,330

riders

View from Scudder Falls Bridge – Canal Bridge to the 1799 House loop from Lower Makefield Open Space

01:45

23.8km

150m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 3, 2026

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Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.12 km

View from Scudder Falls Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

only accessable by bike or foot, cars must pass and pay toll

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2.49 km

Viewpoint

3.49 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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7.00 km

Pub with outdoor dining on D&R canal

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good spot to refuel with a place to lock up bike that you can keep an eye on

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7.03 km

Washington Crossing Bridge

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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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16.5 km

Scenic Overlook of the Delaware River

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Delaware River, stretching 282 miles, holds the title of the longest flowing river in the eastern US. From this viewpoint, you'll enjoy an elevated perspective of the river with a lush green surrounding.

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20.7 km

Scudder Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Scudder Falls is an area of whitewater rapids on the Delaware River. You can get a good view of the rapids from the D&R Canal Path.

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22.1 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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