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D&R Canal Towpath loop from Mercer County

D&R Canal Towpath loop from Mercer County

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4.6

(9832)

9,833

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D&R Canal Towpath loop from Mercer County

01:04

20.7km

20m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 30, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 10.1 km for 193 m

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Parking

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2.72 km

D&R Canal Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The D&R Canal Towpath totals 77 miles across three sections. Originally constructed for mules to pull barges along the canal, it is now a multi-use path connecting communities across three counties.

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10.4 km

Washington Road Bridge Over Stony Brook

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Washington Road crosses over Stony Brook here, and it's a great place to stop and enjoy the view. The wide shoulder and sidewalk along the side of the bridge allow you to stop safely without worrying about oncoming traffic.

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13.6 km

Delaware and Raritan Canal Towpath (Quaker Road to Turning Basin Park)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This section of the Delaware and Raritan Canal Towpath is one of the quieter segments of trail. It is nestled right along the water and crosses over bridges while breaking in and out of tree cover.

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20.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.5 km

875 m

856 m

256 m

212 m

Surfaces

18.5 km

1.32 km

690 m

239 m

Elevation

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Sunday 10 May

26°C

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34 %

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D&R Canal Towpath

Washington Road Bridge Over Stony Brook

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