[ Community Guide ]
Milford, PA
A historic Delaware Valley river town in Pike County, Pennsylvania.
[ Overview ]
About Milford
Milford is a borough in Pike County, Pennsylvania, founded in 1796 by Judge John Biddis. The town sits along the Delaware River at the gateway to the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, combining a walkable historic downtown with immediate access to some of the region's best outdoor recreation.
The entire downtown is a registered National Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places, with over 400 structures representing Federal, Victorian, Greek Revival, and Colonial Revival architecture. Broad Street, the main commercial corridor, is lined with independent shops, restaurants, galleries, and cafes.
Milford is known for its arts community, cultural institutions like Grey Towers National Historic Site and The Columns Museum, and annual events including the Milford Music Festival and Black Bear Film Festival. The surrounding Delaware Valley includes communities like Matamoras, Dingmans Ferry, Shohola, and Montague, NJ.
COUNTY
Pike County, Pennsylvania
FOUNDED
1796 by Judge John Biddis
KEY FEATURE
National Historic District, gateway to Delaware Water Gap NRA
NEARBY COMMUNITIES
Matamoras, Dingmans Ferry, Shohola, Montague NJ, Port Jervis NY
DISTANCE TO NYC
Approximately 80 miles, 1.5 to 2 hours by car
Activities & Attractions
Outdoor Recreation
- Raymondskill Falls (tallest in PA, 105 ft)
- Delaware Water Gap NRA (hiking, kayaking, fishing)
- Milford Knob overlook trail
- McDade Recreational Trail
- Delaware State Forest
- Hackers Falls
- Delaware River access for kayaking and fishing
Arts & Culture
- Grey Towers National Historic Site
- The Columns Museum (Pike County Historical Society)
- The Artery Fine Art & Craft Gallery
- Golden Fish Art Gallery
- Forest Hall Studios
- Milford Theater
Shopping & Dining
- Walkable Broad Street with independent shops
- Local restaurants, cafes, and bakeries
- Log Tavern Brewing Co.
- Back Road Brewing Co.
- Hotel Fauchère (historic boutique hotel)
- Brooklyn Boy Pork Store (specialty deli)
Community Events
Most Milford community events are organized by Milford Presents, a local nonprofit. Event details can change, so check with organizers for current information.
Milford Music Festival
JuneFood Truck Festival
AugustFestival of Wood at Grey Towers
SeptemberBlack Bear Film Festival
OctoberMilford After Dark
Apr-NovMilford Farmers Market
SeasonalYear-Round Activities
SPRING / SUMMER
Warm Season
Hiking and waterfall visits, river kayaking and fishing, farmers market season, outdoor dining on Broad Street, Milford Music Festival, gallery strolls, and day trips to the Delaware Water Gap.
FALL / WINTER
Cool Season
Fall foliage drives, Black Bear Film Festival, Festival of Wood, Halloween events, holiday shopping in the village, cross-country skiing, nearby ski resorts, and fireside dining.
Nearby Communities
Matamoras
Borough adjacent to Milford along the Delaware River. Route 6 corridor with shops and dining.
Dingmans Ferry
Community along Route 209 with access to Dingmans Falls and the Delaware Water Gap.
Shohola
Township north of Milford with rail trail access and Delaware State Forest land.
Port Jervis, NY
City just across the river in New York, at the confluence of the Delaware and Neversink Rivers.
Community Resources
Borough of Milford
milfordboro.org - Municipal offices, public meetings, and borough services.
Pike County Library
Greentown Library and other branches serve the Milford area with programs and resources.
Pike County Historical Society
pikehistorical.org - The Columns Museum and local history resources.
Delaware Water Gap NRA
nps.gov/dewa - National Park Service site management and recreation info.
Milford Presents
milfordpa.us - Community events organizer and local information.
Pike County Chamber
pikechamber.com - Chamber of Commerce with business and community resources.