McDade Recreational Trail Guide & Map

Explore the 32-mile McDade Recreational Trail in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area from Milford to Shawnee on Delaware, PA. The popular trail offers scenic hiking, biking and year-round outdoor adventure. With diverse terrain and multiple trailheads, it’s easy to experience the river, forests and epic views of the Pocono Mountains.

Things to See & Do at Delaware Water Gap

Find things to see and do in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area which spans 70,000 acres of forests, trails, and the Delaware River, offering outdoor activities and stunning Pocono Mountain views.

A couple standing on a rocky cliff overlooking the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area in autumn, with the Delaware River winding through the valley below and colorful foliage covering the mountains.

Jonathan Davies

Writer

Jonathan was born and raised in NEPA. He enjoys writing about local beer, local food, fishing and hiking. He especially keeps an eye out for unique people, places and things throughout the region.

Matt Giambra

Photographer

Matt is a life-long resident of NEPA who couldn’t imagine living anywhere else. He enjoys an array of outdoor recreational activities, spending quality time with his wife and three children and is not ashamed when people hear that he puts butter in his coffee.