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Delaware Canal State Park (Trail)
4.7 ★★★★★ 423 Google reviews · Running trail in Bristol, Pennsylvania · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Delaware Canal State Park (Trail)'s own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Relaxed waterfront park for riverside strolls and wildlife watching.
What runners say about Delaware Canal State Park (Trail)
“What stood out to me the most was how clean and well-maintained the entire area is.”
“Nice park to relax or enjoy with friends there always lots of events happening here for the summer and beautiful historical Bristol boro”
“The peaceful atmosphere is truly one of its best features.”
“It's a terrific place to take the dog for a walk, or to just hangout and relax.”
A favorite spot of mine along the Delaware River for photography. One might see the nesting pair of bald eagles flying over from Burlington Island, along with waterfowl, songbirds and other raptors. It's a terrific place to take the dog for a walk, or to just hangout and relax.
It is a beautiful place to relax, take a walk and enjoy the historic town of Bristol, PA.
It's a very nice little want park with plenty of benches facing the Delaware river there is also a dock and gazebo. It's not particularly big but there are some nice walkways and short trails plenty of parking too..
It's a nice little trail. Nothing particular or special about this trail. It runs alongside Rt.13 in levittown near Bristol and Croydon Pennsylvania. It's a nice little trail to take a relaxing walk. It has some history behind it. American pioneers traveled along this path.
Trail conditions & character
“Nice park to relax or enjoy with friends there always lots of events happening here for the summer and beautiful historical Bristol boro”
“It's a terrific place to take the dog for a walk, or to just hangout and relax.”
“The peaceful atmosphere is truly one of its best features.”
Plan your run at Delaware Canal State Park (Trail)
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitedcnr.state.pa.us
- Phone+1 888-727-2757
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–11 pm |
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