• The Upper Delaware's mild rapids and quiet pools are ideal for canoeing, kayaking, or rafting.

    Upper Delaware

    Scenic & Recreational River NY,PA

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    Life jackets are required to be worn by all boaters from November 1st through April 30th. More »

Fees & Reservations

Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River has no park entrance, amenity, or interpretive program fees.

Donations are accepted.

Interagency Pass Program

The National Park Service is an important participant in the new Interagency Pass Program. Information on the pass series, collectively known as the America the Beautiful – National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass is available at www.nps.gov/fees_passes.htm.

Did You Know?

American Shad

The American Shad are a saltwater fish that migrate from the Atlantic Ocean up the Delaware River to spawn in the spring. Fish reach the upper portions of the river by early to mid May. After spawning many of the weakened adult Shad die, usually in late June and into July.