Though not used for more than 100 years, the picturesque former Delaware & Hudson Canal remains intact near Summitville, where Sullivan County operates a walkable/bikeable park and interpretive center.
Summitville, NY – An economic driver for Sullivan County for most of the 19th century, the Delaware & Hudson Canal (1828-1898) has since fallen quiet. That makes it a perfect place to enjoy a picturesque walk along the intact canal boat towpath from Wurtsboro to Summitville, where admission to the Interpretive Center and surrounding Linear Park is free!
This Saturday, July 20, Sullivan County’s D&H Canal Interpretive Center is partnering with the Mamakating Historical Society & Museum to host a guided walk along the towpath, starting at noon off Bova Road in Summitville. It is approximately a one-mile flat walk along the towpath to the Mamakating Historical Society on Summitville Road.
Visitors are also welcome to explore indoor exhibits at the Interpretive Center (open 10 a.m.-5 p.m.) and the Mamakating Museum (open 12:30-5 p.m.) at the start and finish of the tour. Both attractions have sufficient parking and will be open to visitors during the tour.
For additional information and to register for updates regarding the event, visit the D&H Canal Interpretive Center webpage at www.sullivanny.us/Departments/ParksRecreation, call 845-807-0287, or email scparks@sullivanny.us.
