Fly & Drive guide
Fly into ABE, drive to Delaware Water Gap
Your route
ABE
Lehigh Valley International Airport
Delaware Water Gap
About 1 h 1 min · 43 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Your arrival plan
01Flights to ABE
Compare fares into Lehigh Valley International Airport.
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02Car at ABE
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Delaware Water Gap. Compare rental companies in one search.
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03Store extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
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04 · First night near Delaware Water Gap
Sleep close after the drive so day one starts in the park.
04Hotels near Delaware Water Gap
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04Cabins & homes near Delaware Water Gap
Whole homes and cabins for families or groups who want a kitchen and space.
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Before you land
Reservations
River Access and Campground Reservation Guidelines
Camping within the National Recreation Area requires advance booking through official federal platforms; river primitive campsites have specific arrival rules. Daily amenity fees apply at certain expanded sites like Smithfield Beach; check the official NPS site for the current reservation status of trails and parking.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
May – October
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Delaware Water Gap?
Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from ABE to Delaware Water Gap?
Roughly 1 h 1 min (about 43 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Delaware Water Gap?
Camping within the National Recreation Area requires advance booking through official federal platforms; river primitive campsites have specific arrival rules. Daily amenity fees apply at certain expanded sites like Smithfield Beach; check the official NPS site for the current reservation status of trails and parking.