The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (DEWA) is a 70,000-acre protected area spanning northwest New Jersey and northeast Pennsylvania, centered around a 40-mile stretch of the Delaware River. Administered by the National Park Service, it offers diverse outdoor recreation, including hiking, paddling, fishing, hunting, camping, and swimming. The area is rich in natural beauty, featuring waterfalls, mountain ridges, and diverse ecosystems, as well as significant cultural and historical sites, including Native American artifacts and remnants of early settlements. It is a popular destination, attracting millions of visitors annually.