Lackawaxen Township

Founded in 1798. Lackawaxen is the largest and northernmost township in Pike County. Named for the river that flows 12 miles through the Township, Lackawaxen is the Indian word for “Swift Waters”. The Delaware River marks the eastern boundary of the township and joins the Lackawaxen River at the village of Lackawaxen.

The first recorded presence of permanent settlers in the township was the homesteads of Jonathan Conkling and John Barnes. In 1770, they located near the confluence of the two rivers in what is today, the village of Lackawaxen.

Historical Locations Worth Visiting

  • ROEBLING BRIDGE

    182 Scenic Dr, Lackawaxen, PA 18435

    Roebling's Delaware Aqueduct, also known as the Roebling Bridge, is the oldest existing wire suspension bridge in the United States.

  • ZANE GREY MUSEUM

    135 Scenic Dr, Lackawaxen, PA 18435

    A former residence of the author Zane Grey and is now maintained as a museum and operated by the National Park Service.

  • D&H CANAL CO. OFFICE

    5 Scenic Drive, Lackawaxen PA 18435

    It is a mid-19th century wooden house in the Greek Revival architectural style. Currently operates as the Roebling Inn.

Visit The Columns Museum to learn more about Lackawaxen Township in their Research Library.