Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Login or Signup

Get the App

Login or Signup

Discover
Places to see
United States
New Jersey
Somerset County
Kingston

Kingston Lock and Lock Keeper's House

Highlight • Monument

Kingston Lock and Lock Keeper's House

Cycling

5.0

(7)

Gravel riding

5.0

(2)

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park

Save

Share

  • More

  • Location: Kingston, Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

    Save

    Share

  • More

  • Take Me There

    Tips

    May 29, 2025

    Cycling

    Built in 1834, the Kingston Lock was initially constructed to enable safe and efficient freight transport between Philadelphia and New York. These days it is a historic landmark along the D&R Canal Towpath.

    August 22, 2024

    Cycling

    Historic lock with a lock keeper's house.
    guide_signup

    In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

    Sign up for free

    Nearby routes

    Best routes near Kingston Lock and Lock Keeper's House

    placeholder

    5.0

    (2)

    27

    riders

    #1.

    Bike loop from Montgomery Township

    47.3km

    02:48

    190m

    190m

    Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Navigate with device

    Send to Phone

    Moderate
    placeholder

    Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

    Moderate
    placeholder

    The Carnegie Lake Dam loop from Montgomery Township offers a pleasant touring cycling experience, guiding you through a landscape of tranquil lake views, varied woodlands, and open meadows. You'll pedal along mostly paved surfaces, enjoying the gentle undulations of the Princeton area, with the historic Carnegie Lake Dam providing a picturesque focal point. Keep an eye out for diverse birdlife, including bald eagles and great blue herons, especially around the lake's edges.

    This moderate 27.8-mile (44.7 km) route, with its modest 253 feet (77 metres) of elevation gain, is a great option if you're looking for a longer ride that won't exhaust you, typically taking about 3 hours and 15 minutes. While the Montgomery Township cycling routes are generally accessible, having good fitness will make the distance more enjoyable. Spring and fall are ideal for this ride, offering comfortable temperatures and the chance to witness rowing regattas on the lake.

    Carnegie Lake holds a unique place in history as the first lake in the U.S. built specifically for competitive rowing, a tradition that continues today. The area is also part of a broader effort by Montgomery Township to connect its parks and historic sites via an extensive network of multi-use pathways, enhancing the overall cycling experience in the region.

    Moderate

    Details

    Informations

    Elevation 20 m

    Weather

    Powered by Foreca

    Today

    Thursday 13 August

    31°C

    21°C

    18 %

    Additional weather tips

    Max wind speed: 15.0 km/h

    Most visited during

    January

    February

    March

    April

    May

    June

    July

    August

    September

    October

    November

    December

    Location: Kingston, Somerset County, New Jersey, United States

    Other Popular Places to Check Out

    Wooden Boardwalk Between Delaware and Raritan Canal and Lake Carnegie

    Explore
    RoutesRoute plannerFeaturesRedeem a voucherHikesMTB TrailsRoad cycling routesBikepackingSitemap
    Download the app
    Follow Us on Socials

    © komoot GmbH

    Privacy Policy