The Corridor passes through three distinct areas: the Wyoming Valley and Carbon County, home to many of Pennsylvania's former anthracite mines; the Lehigh Valley, where the discovery of coal to the north spawned prosperous iron and steel industries and the Delaware Valley, through which coal-laden canal boats traveled to Philadelphia and other markets. Today visitors can explore by car, boat, bike or on foot to enjoy the scenic beauty and cultural heritage of eastern Pennsylvania.

Photos from the D&L Corridor

Canal Culture - 1st Place and GRAND PRIZE WINNER

Canal Culture - 1st Place and GRAND PRIZE WINNER

“Bombs Bursting in Air” submitted by Paul R Sell, Jr

Fireworks display at Easton Heritage Day as seen from Phillipsburg, NJ

The Nature of the Canal - 1st Place

The Nature of the Canal - 1st Place

“Summer Falls” submitted by Cheryl Miller

Bridge east of Chapel in Hickory Run State Park.

Historic Architecture & Engineering Marvels - 1st Place

Historic Architecture & Engineering Marvels - 1st Place

“Stone Bridge over Pidcock Creek” submitted by Paul R Sell, Jr

For the Fun of It - 2nd Place

For the Fun of It - 2nd Place

“Delaware Canal Towpath at Uhllerstown” submitted by Carole Mebus

Towpath at Giving Pond Recreation Area, Uhlerstown,  Tinicum Twp, Bucks County

“I was birding at Giving Pond and took a picture of a bicyclist as she pedaled toward the Uhlerstown covered bridge.  This bridge takes Uhlerstown Hill Road over the Delaware Canal.”

Canal Culture - 2nd Place

Canal Culture - 2nd Place

“Lock 23 (Kelchner’s Lock)” submitted by Gordon Perry

For the Fun of It - 1st Place

For the Fun of It - 1st Place

“Carousel” submitted by William Bertele

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Tales of the Towpath now for sale!

Tales of the Towpath

This children's book by D&L Outreach Coordinator, Dennis Scholl is the story of a young boy's adventures along the Lehigh and Delaware canals. Illustrated by Bucks County artist, Dennis Gerhart, "Tales of the Towpath" is a 24-chapter, soft cover book. Purchase your copy now!


D&L Trail

The Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor's backbone is the D&L Trail. Use our trail map to find trail heads and points of interest along all 165 miles of the path.

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Events in the D&L Corridor

    Register for D&L-AMC Trails Workshop

    Register for D&L-AMC Trails Workshop

    Thursday, April 19th
    Riegelsville Borough Hall
    615 Easton Road, Riegelsville, PA
    An impressive regional trail network is emerging across the Pennsylvania Highlands.  This workshop will include a series of panels and presentations on the emerging regional trail network; tools to justify investment in trails in a tough economic climate; and strategies to plan and build trails beyond municipal boundaries.  Click the banner above for more information. 

    Blue Mountain Winter Festival

    Blue Mountain Winter Festival

    February 4th and 5th
    Blue Mountain Ski Area, Palmerton, PA
    Enjoy on-site ice carving demonstrations and participate in winter-themed events such snowshoeing & dog sledding. The USA Luge Team & Coaches will be at Blue, now home to the only East Coast natural USA Luge open to the public!  Click the banner above for more information.

    Bethlehem Restaurant Week

    Bethlehem Restaurant Week

    January 29th to February 4th
    Various Locations, Bethlehem PA
    The Most Delicious Week of the Winter! Multi-course menus for one low price. Check out the Restaurant Week website for all the details, including participating restaurants and info on free parking.  Click the banner above for more information.