Stockton rewards everyday life with river views, miles of towpath, and a downtown that feels purpose-built for a weekend stroll that never quite ends. The Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park’s flat, shaded pathway invites cyclists, runners, and birders, while nearby Bull’s Island offers picnic spots and river access for paddlers; learn more about the park’s trails and access points on the official Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park page. History buffs gravitate to the working cultural campus at Prallsville Mills, where concerts, exhibits, and markets unfold inside handsome 18th- and 19th-century buildings. Just across the span, the pedestrian-friendly Centre Bridge–Stockton Bridge is stewarded by the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission and connects to even more dining and arts within minutes.
Families are served by the South Hunterdon Regional School District, which provides small-school attention and strong extracurriculars. Commuters appreciate serene Route 29 drives to Lambertville and Frenchtown, or an easy hop to academic and cultural offerings in Princeton. Set within Hunterdon County, the borough blends stone cottages, riverfront homes, and bucolic lanes, plus seasonal farm stands and cozy cafés that make errands feel like an outing. Local events, canal-side sunsets, and a deep sense of preservation give this river town a lifestyle that’s equal parts restorative and connected.
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