History & Heritage:

A world of historical discovery awaits visitors in the Delaware River Region. View the state’s celebrated past in Princeton and Trenton, both visited by Washington and his troops during key battles of the Revolutionary War.

Heritage Trails

Fort Mott State Park in Pennsville used to be a part of a coastal defense system designed for the Delaware River in the late 1800s. Today, visitors can wander through the old batteries and journey through the trails that wind throughout the park.

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Historic Parks

Take in the beautiful scenery and hike, bike or horseback ride through Wharton State Forest, Parvin State Park, Bass River State Forest or Brendan T. Byrne State Forest. Situated within the Pinelands, these fantastic parks have dozens of trails to explore and ideal places to lay out your picnic blanket.

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Historic Sites

Designated a National Historic Landmark, walk through the home of American poet Walt Whitman. Filled with an extensive collection of writings, photographs and memorabilia, admire the works of one of the most influential poets in the American canon.

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Lighthouses

When in the Delaware River Region, visitors are amazed by the distinctive locations and stunning lights of the Finns Point Lighthouse in Pennsville and the Tinicum Rear Range Lighthouse in Paulsboro.

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Museums

The Air Victory Museum in Lumberton houses aircraft, engines, uniforms, memorabilia, dioramas and models that reflect the advances in aviation.

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Featured Destinations Camden: Check out the Battleship New Jersey on the Camden Waterfront. Find: Lodging | Attractions Trenton: The state's capitol is rich in Revolutionary War history. Find: Lodging | Attractions Washington Crossing: Visit the site where the Continental Army began its journey to Trenton during the Revolutionary War. Find: Lodging | Attractions

Featured Attractions Whitesbog Village: Founded in 1857, restored village is the site of cranberry and blueberry farms. Find out more >> Old Barracks Museum: The only original French & Indian War Barracks still standing in the U.S. Find out more >> Historic Batsto Mansion: This Pine Barrens village is composed of thirty-three historic buildings and structures including the Batsto Mansion. Find out more >>