Washington Crossing State Park

Washington Crossing State Park is a 1,400-acre park along the Delaware River with 13 miles of hiking trails through forests, fields, and historical sites. The land blends natural areas with several preserved colonial-era buildings.

General George Washington crossed the Delaware River with the Continental Army on December 25, 1776, at this location. The crossing enabled the following victory against Hessian forces in Trenton.

The Visitor Center displays more than 500 artifacts from the American Revolution era, including military equipment and personal items from that time. Visitors can learn how people lived during the conflict.

The park is open year-round and offers hiking trails for different fitness levels. Visitors should bring water and wear good shoes, as the paths cross varied terrain.

The Johnson Ferry House from 1740 still stands on the grounds and shows how people lived during colonial times. The building is furnished with period pieces and serves year-round as a location for demonstrations of daily life from that era.

Location: Hopewell Township

Inception: 1912

Part of: Washington's Crossing

Website: https://njparksandforests.org/parks/washingtoncrossingstatepark.html

GPS coordinates: 40.31111,-74.86361

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:57