Place

Basket Creek River Access

View of rocky area with stream flowing through it to reach river. In foreground is stone bridge.
Reach the Basket Creek Access by walking down a steep, winding, and sometimes wet path to the water.

NPS

Quick Facts
Location:
Viaduct Road, Fremont, NY (41.843689, -75.112915)

Beach/Water Access, Pets Allowed

This is public river access for the Upper Delaware River located near River Mile 313.5 south of Long Eddy, NY, by Basket Creek. This access is owned by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NY DEC).  

Access Use: 

This is fishing access only. Boats are not permitted to be launched from this access. The access is located off of the road. One must walk down from the road a short distance to reach the stream feeding into the Delaware and then walk under the railroad bridge to reach the river. The path to to the water is rocky, gravelley, and uneven. Parts of the path may be steep and be overgrown and/or have standing or flowing water, depending on the season and weather conditions.

No restroom is available. Please keep pets on a leash. 

Please keep pets on a leash. 

Parking:  

No parking is available. 

River Rules: 

  • Pack It In, Pack It Out: There are no trash cans or garbage receptacles available. Please practice “Leave No Trace” principles and do not litter or leave any trash behind.  

  • No Glass Bottles: Glass bottle use is prohibited on the river. Broken glass is dangerous for both visitors and wildlife. 

  • Wear Your Lifejacket: It can save your life! Life jackets are required to be within reach when on the water and are required to be worn by children 12 years and younger. Life jackets are required to be worn when the river level is 6+ feet, or between November 1 – April 30.  

  • Do not Trespass on Private Property: Many properties around the river are privately owned. Please respect the local community and do not trespass on private lands. 

  • If fishing, you must have a license: Fishing is permitted at all public accesses. Anglers 16+ years of age must have a valid New York State or Pennsylvania fishing license.

Please see https://www.nps.gov/upde/planyourvisit/safety.htm for more information. 

Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River

Last updated: November 21, 2024