Question 1

What makes the Upper Delaware special for fishing?

Accepted Answer

The Upper Delaware is one of the premier wild trout fisheries in the Northeast. Cold tailwater releases from the Pepacton and Cannonsville reservoirs create ideal trout habitat year-round. The river holds large wild brown and rainbow trout, with fish over 20 inches caught regularly. Drift boat trips are the most popular way to fish this water.

Question 2

Can I fish the Upper Delaware without a guide?

Accepted Answer

You can, but the Delaware is a big, powerful river with complex currents and long runs. A guide knows which sections are fishing best on any given day, where the hatches are happening, and how to navigate the drift boat safely. First-time Delaware anglers benefit enormously from local knowledge.

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