D&R Canal State Park Master Plan Update

The Delaware & Raritan Canal Commission is updating its D&R Canal State Park Master Plan for the first time since 1989.

This two-year planning effort will shape the future of the D&R Canal State Park as a shared resource for recreation, historic preservation, water quality, and climate resilience. The Canal touches communities across central New Jersey, and its future intertwines with the people who live, work, and recreate along it. Join us at a public engagement session this summer to share your perspectives and help guide the next chapter of the Canal Park.

Project Timeline

• Project Kickoff - Sept 2025
• Key Stakeholder Engagement - Feb 2026
• Public Engagement Sessions - Summer 2026
• D&R Canal State Park Master Plan Update Draft - Feb 2027
• D&R Canal State Park Master Plan Update Final - September 2027

Public Engagement Sessions

Join them to learn more about the update at any of a number of public engagement sessions.   Have your questions answered and share your perspective.  

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• July 14, 2026 Rutgers University, Edward J. Bloustein School, 33 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ
• July 20, 2026 Phillip L. Pittore Justice Center, 25 S Union Street, Lambertville, NJ 08530
• July 29, 2026 Franklin Township Community Center, 505 DeMott Lane, Somerset, NJ 08873
• August 11, 2026 NJ DEP Public Hearing Room, 401 East State St., Trenton, NJ 08625
• September 8, 2026 Lawrence Township Library HQ Branch, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrence Township, NJ

All sessions will be held from 6 to 8 p.m.