Southern New York
Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River
R.R. 2, Box 2428, Beach Lake
Pennsylvania
18405-9737
+1 717 685 4871
++1 717 685 4874 (fax)
New York State Division of Tourism One Commerce Plaza, Albany
New York 12245
+1 518 474 4116
800 225 5697
+1 518 486 6416 (fax)
Length of trip
Callicoon to Narrowsburg 13 miles in 5 hours; Narrowsburg to Minisink Ford 15
miles in 7 hours; Minisink Ford to Port Jervis 18 miles in 8 hours s
Season
Mid-April through October. The water flow usually peaks in spring
Weather
Spring and fall can be cool, with temperatures ranging from 35-65F. Summers are
warm and humid, with temperatures ranging between 65F and 90F
Location: about 110 miles northwest of New York City
Boats: Kayaks, paddle rafts
Rapids: Class I and a few Class II. The water is generally clear, except during
heavy rainfall. The water temperature ranges from 32-65F
Lodging: Campgrounds in groves of trees or on grassy flats
attractions
Special features:
Easy access from many towns along the river
Thick pine forests and lush pastureland make the Delaware one of the most
scenic eastern rivers
Good fishing for trout (brown, rainbow), smallmouth bass, walleye, white
suckers, fallfish, and American eel
Suitable for novice as well as experienced rafters, families, seniors in good
physical condition, and the physically challenged who are comfortable in and
around the water
Nearby excursions:
Delaware Water Gap.
Minisink Battleground Park.
Grey Towers National Historic Landmark in Milford, Pennsylvania
Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania
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