National Park Service LogoU.S. Department of the InteriorNational Park ServiceNational Park Service
National Park Service: U.S. Department of the InteriorNational Park Service Arrowhead
 
 
Find a National Park Near You
view map
text size: largest larger normal
printer friendly
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Canoeing, Kayaking, Rafting, and Tubing
 
 

Lifejackets / Personal Flotation Devices (PFD's)

Each occupant on a boat must have a lifejacket (pfd) which fits, is in good shape, and is accessible in an emergency. Children who are 12 years of age and under MUST WEAR A LIFEJACKET on board a vessel.

Lifejackets / Cold Water Safety

In Pennsylvania waters (including the Delaware River) boaters must wear lifejackets on boats less than 16 ft. in length and on canoes and on kayaks, from November 1 through April 30. This regulation is intended to protect boaters from the dangers of cold water shock if they fall into the water.

 

MAPS

River & Canoe Campsite Map 
Page 1: River Safety; Distances; Camping Regulations
Page 2: River map showing location of campsites
(The full size of this file is legal size 8.5 x 14". Adjust print settings to print on 8.5 x 11" letter-size paper.)

 

CANOE LIVERIES

The following  liveries have permits to drop off and pick up canoes and canoeists within the recreation area. Most liveries also rent rafts, tubes, and kayaks.

Pennsylvania, north end of the park near Interstate 84:
Kittatinny Canoes and Campgrounds (also on Upper Delaware) 
Dingmans CampgroundPennsylvania, south end of the park near Interstate 80:
Adventure Sports Canoe and Raft Trips 
Chamberlain Canoes
Delaware River Country (Downstream to Bushkill PA) (877) 570-6700
Shawnee River Trips
Water Gap Adventures, Delaware Water Gap PA (570) 269-5584

Pennsylvania, additional services:

True North Farm (Guided & overnight trips with meals)

Stand-Up Paddle Boards, Minisink Hills PA (570) 422-1993

Pennsylvania, north end of the park near Interstate 84
The following liveries serve this park and also serve the Upper Delaware:
Indian Head Canoes and Rafts
Silver Canoe Rentals
(Jerry's) Three River Campgrounds and Canoes

New Jersey:
Delaware River Rafting & Canoeing at Delaware River Family Campground

New Jersey, additional services:
Kayak East (Guided kayak trips) (570) 421-3432
List of these Canoe Liveries with addresses/phones (pdf file)

 

Pennsylvania and New York:

For additional canoe liveries along the Upper Delaware River
(above Milford PA) visit the Boat Rental page of the website of
Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River,
or call Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River at(570) 685-4871

 
Canoes and a life-saving ring on a beach along a river
Bulletin (legal size):
River Map & Canoe Campsites
more...

You are exiting the National Park Service website

Thank you for visiting our site.

You will now be redirected to:

We hope your visit was informative and enjoyable.
Disclaimer Accessibility Privacy Policy FOIA Notices USA.gov

Last Updated: January 31, 2012 at 15:45 MST