Delaware River Water Trail

Delaware River Water Trail Explore the 200 mile Delaware River Water Trail. Enjoy great boating, fishing, swimming, camping, hunting, hiking, bird watching, sightseeing and cycling.

06/06/2026

Thankful the New Hope Eagle Volunteer Fire Company we're nearby! A good reminder to always wear your life preserver when in and around the river. 🛟

06/06/2026

Free Fishing Day is this Saturday, June 6!

On Free Fishing Day, New Jersey residents may fish the state’s public waters without a license or trout stamp. All other regulations including size and daily catch limits remain in effect.

In addition to Free Fishing Day, this year marks the 11th Annual Youth Fishing Challenge (YFC). The YFC offers free fishing events on June 6 and 7 for youth (aged 20 and under), and participants are eligible to receive prizes. To participate, contact the site-specific host for registration details: https://dep.nj.gov/njfw/fishing/hooked-on-fishing-not-on-drugs-youth-fishing-challenge/

After Free Fishing Day, anglers who have not yet purchased a 2026 license can introduce someone to fishing by purchasing Fishing Buddy Licenses. Fishing Buddy Licenses are available at reduced cost for existing anglers and beginners, or two new anglers. For more information, visit: https://dep.nj.gov/njfw/fishing/freshwater/fishing-buddy-licenses/

Find a fishing spot near you: https://dep.nj.gov/njfw/fishing/freshwater/where-to-go/

Freshwater Fishing Regulations: https://dep.nj.gov/njfw/digests/freshwater-fishing/

06/04/2026

Friends of the Delaware Canal have paid to install a temporary pump to restore water to the canal. Now it need's help paying the bill.

06/03/2026

Interested in joining the 2026 Delaware River Sojourn, taking place June 20-26, but have not registered yet? It's not too late!

The Delaware River Sojourn, a guided paddling and camping adventure on the Delaware River, combines on-water experiences and educational opportunities. Paddle equipment is provided, and river guides teach basic instruction and keep paddlers safe on the water. Participants may sign up for the entire trip or for the day(s) of their choice.

This year's itinerary includes three days in the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River, a day in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and two days paddling the Lower Delaware Wild and Scenic River, including a chance to paddle the site of George Washington's historic crossing. The trip will culminate with a paddle on the river's tidewaters near northeast Philadelphia.

Check out the links in the comments to a news release issued today and to the Sojourn website for registration, itineraries and more. Spots are filling, so we encourage folks to register soon!

Cheers for a great holiday weekend!

05/21/2026

🎣 Fish-for-Free Day is Coming Up

This Sunday, May 24, is the first of two Fish-for-Free Days in Pennsylvania, courtesy of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. The second Fish-for-Free Day will take place on July 4.

On these special days, anyone — residents and visitors alike — can fish without a license. No Trout/Salmon or Lake Erie permits are required either.

Grab your fishing gear, head outdoors, and enjoy Pennsylvania’s waterways with family and friends. Whether you’re an experienced angler or trying fishing for the first time, it’s a great opportunity to spend time outside and explore local streams, lakes, and rivers.

⚠️ Important Health Advisory: The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has issued a “Do Not Eat” advisory for all fish caught in Neshaminy Creek. Please fish responsibly and stay informed about local conditions.

05/21/2026

Boating safety advocates recommend that all boaters and passengers not only have a life jacket, but wear it at all times while boating. Accidents on the water happen too fast to reach and put on a stowed life jacket.

05/19/2026

Pennsylvania had 10 recreational boating fatalities in 2025. That is 10 too many. The best way to survive a boating incident is to wear a properly fitting life jacket.

When you're boating, remember to:

- Wear your life jacket. It floats, even if you don't. Wear it buckled and/or zipped.
-Never operate your boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
-Stay away from manmade and natural hazards
-Stop that prop. Turn off your engine before picking up a skier or swimmer
-Never boat alone.
-Carry a whistle that is audible for 1/2-mile.
-File a float plan. It lets people know where you're headed, what your boat looks like and when you should be back.

And it's worth repeating. Wear a properly fitting life jacket.

Don't own a life jacket? No worries. You can borrow one. Find a site here: https://www.pa.gov/services/fishandboat/borrow-a-life-jacket

05/19/2026

Please Save the Date! On Monday, June 15, 2026, from 12-1 p.m., the DRBC is holding a public webinar on PFAS in the Delaware River Basin. Staff will discuss notable trends and takeaways from DRBC's recent field investigations and demonstrate a new interactive application that visualizes PFAS levels across the Basin. Register for the webinar and learn more about PFAS at the links in the comments.

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