Church Street Parking
Parking lot
Church St &, Bridge St, Milford, NJ 08848
Riverfront Record With Unresolved Bathing EntranceNJ
Milford
By Hidden Swimming Holes Team · Record updated
Background: generated illustration, not a photograph of this location.
Plan Milford’s Delaware riverfront without confusing the old bridge approach with Milford Beach in Pennsylvania. Confirm public access and swimming permission.
Swimming permission unconfirmed
Use authorized entrances and obey current notices. Do not jump, dive or use rope swings or natural rock slides.
Water type
Riverfront Record With Unresolved Bathing Entrance
Swimming status
Swimming unconfirmed
Fee
Confirm the destination and activity charge; no blanket free-access claim.
Best season
Check the named destination, current notices and weather before choosing a date
Nearby towns
Milford, New Jersey
Water body
Delaware River At Historical Milford Nj Bridge-Bank Approach
Status summarizes our reviewed record, not today's opening or safety. Check current rules, swimming boundaries and notices before visiting.
Location
Map & Directions
Nearby towns
Milford, New Jersey
Access location not verified
New Jersey, NJ
Approximate location based on the nearest town. Confirm the exact spot and access before you go.
Sources & checks
This is a desk-researched listing. A record update or map check does not confirm current swimming permission or water conditions.
- Swimming rules
- Current swimming permission has not been independently confirmed for this listing. Check with the land manager before entering the water.
- Access location not verified
- The recorded location has no completed source check. Confirm the entrance, legal access, and parking before travelling.
- Record updated
- · This is a data update, not a field visit.
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Know which Milford you are visiting
This record describes Milford, New Jersey, on the Delaware River, reached by the old route toward the bridge to Pennsylvania. It is not the NPS Milford Beach near Milford, Pennsylvania, farther upriver. That beach’s swimming designation and amenities cannot be applied to an unnamed bank under this bridge.
Confirm an actual public entrance
The historical instruction simply says to find a path under the bridge. It does not establish a current public bathing entrance, legal parking arrangement or landowner approval. Contact Milford Borough or the actual access manager before planning a river entry, and obey property signs and barriers.
Make the riverfront the visit, not a presumed swim
Milford Borough describes itself as a Delaware riverfront destination. A town visit and an independently permitted shore outing are reasonable alternatives while the water approach remains unresolved. Do not turn general riverfront promotion into permission to cross any bank.
Check services and activity rules separately
No restroom, lifeguard, changing-room or accessible swimming-route inventory is established for the old under-bridge location. Boat access, if independently verified, would still need its own activity rules. There is no supported blanket free-entry or overnight-camping claim here.
For a designated beach trip
Choose a named managed beach and navigate to its own official entrance. The NPS Delaware Water Gap swimming page identifies its three designated beaches and current restrictions; that is a separate trip, not this bridge approach. Never jump from a bridge or try to swim across the Delaware.
Planning sources
Use Milford Borough’s official information for the town and NPS beach information only for the named park beaches.
Getting There
Plan for Milford Borough, New Jersey, and establish a current authorized access site with the actual manager. The old instruction to find a path under the bridge is not verified visitor parking or swimming access. Do not confuse this with NPS Milford Beach in Pennsylvania.
Quick Navigation
Access Notes
Current bank permission and legal parking require confirmation; NPS beach designation elsewhere does not apply.
Plan Your Visit
Parking & Access
Confirm the entrance, parking arrangements, and legal access with the land manager. A map pin does not establish a public right of access. Follow posted routes and never block gates or driveways.
Regulations & Fees
Use authorized entrances and obey current notices. Do not jump, dive or use rope swings or natural rock slides. Public park access does not necessarily include permission to swim. Respect private property and posted restrictions.
Seasonality & Flow
Water conditions can change quickly. This listing does not provide a current safety or water-quality assessment. Check official alerts and avoid entering water when conditions or permission are uncertain.
Nearby Facilities
Nearby places from saved public map data, not necessarily facilities at the swimming spot. Confirm access, hours, fees, and amenities with the operator before you drive.
Map data retrieved 2026-06-15
Trailhead parking
Hiking area
100-174 Warwick Turnpike, West Milford, NJ 07480
Apshawa Preserve
Nature preserve
4.5 (274)
4 Northwood Dr, West Milford, NJ 07480
Holland Highlands Preserve, Anderson Rd. Trailhead
Park
4.3 (3)
200 Andersen Rd, Milford, NJ 08848
Mountainview Campground
Campground
4.6 (174)
135 Goritz Rd, Milford, NJ 08848
Public restroomPublic showerRestroomRunning water
Camp Wyanokie Campground
Campground
4.4 (68)
550 Snake Den Rd, West Milford, NJ 07480
Public restroomRestroomTent sites
Cindy’s Finding Restroom
Public bathroom
5 (3)
470 Germantown Rd, West Milford, NJ 07480
Gateway National Recreation Area
National reserve
4.7 (6969)
26 Hudson Rd, Highlands, NJ 07732
Expansive park across 2 states, including beaches, historic sites, sports fields, marinas & more.
Barbecue grillCycling lanesPicnic tablesPublic restroom
Frequently Asked Questions About Milford
Is this Milford Beach in Pennsylvania?
No. This record concerns Milford, New Jersey, and an old bridge-bank approach. NPS Milford Beach is a different destination.
Where is the verified swimming entrance?
No current authorized bathing entrance is established for the historical under-bridge location. Check with the borough or actual land manager before planning water entry.
Can I park anywhere near the bridge?
No. Confirm lawful visitor parking and do not block roads, use private lots without permission or cross restricted property.
Are there lifeguards or changing rooms under the bridge?
No such services are established for this historical approach. Do not transfer facilities from another Milford destination.
Is access free and open around the clock?
No verified fee or opening schedule applies to this unspecified entrance. Ask about the actual destination and intended activity.
What should I choose if I want a managed beach?
Select a separately named official beach and check its current entrance, rules and notices. Do not navigate this Milford NJ record as an NPS beach.
Location & Area Map
Safety Information
Important Safety Tips
- Do not jump, dive or use rope swings
- Water appearance does not establish depth, current, water quality, underwater hazards or an exit
Cultural & Historical Context
Historical Background
Respect protected sites and local rules; no invented cultural associations.
Photography Guide
Photo Opportunities
Photograph only from permitted viewpoints and respect visitors' privacy. Scenery is not a current water-condition report.
Conservation & Ethics
Protect This Place
Respect property boundaries, use authorized routes and carry out waste.
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At a Glance
Best Time to Visit
Check the named destination, current notices and weather before choosing a date.
Difficulty Level
No verified accessible descent or surveyed route to an informal water entry.
Fee
Confirm the destination and activity charge; no blanket free-access claim.
Facilities
Named campground or pool services are not facilities at every riverbank.
Activities
Town visit and independently authorized shore recreation; no current bridge-bank swimming permission established.
Phone
Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
Camping Information
Book an authorized campground separately; no assumed overnight riverbank access.
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Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
- Do not swim where swimming is prohibited, unsafe, or not clearly allowed.
- Follow posted signs, local regulations, closures, and private-property boundaries.
- Assess conditions on site. Water flow, depth, temperature, and underwater hazards change quickly.
- Never jump or dive without personally confirming depth and underwater obstacles.
- Swim with a buddy and consider flotation for weak or non-swimmers.
- Pack out all trash; respect wildlife and fragile environments.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
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Joshua Havens
Founder & Editor, Hidden Swimming Holes
Joshua Havens created Hidden Swimming Holes to make it easier for people to find — and safely visit — natural freshwater swimming destinations across the United States. He researches access conditions, water quality resources, and land management rules so you don't have to start from scratch. He holds a strong belief that good outdoor recreation information should be accurate, honest about its limitations, and freely available.
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