Delaware River Canoeing at Indian Head

You'll be gliding in your canoe quietly enough to see all that nature offers. Watch closely while on the Delaware River and you might see eagles, deer, ducks and much more. The canoes at Indian Head are very maneuverable, good for 2 or 3 people and ideal for families. No experience necessary in calm water, some experience in white water.

Indian Head Canoeing rates are daily and include boats, paddles, life jackets, free transportation, safety & paddle instruction along with full use of our facilities. Sales Tax not included. 6% PA and 8% NY.

We open 8am weekends and 9am weekdays April thru October. Not all bases are open early spring and fall. Please call us toll free at 800-874-2628 for details.

Canoe Rates
#people	Weekday	Saturday, Sunday &Holidays
2-9	$39	$43 per person
10-19	$35	$39 Group Leader paddle & camp Free*
20-29	$34	$38 Group Leader paddle & camp Free*
30+	$33	$37 Group Leader paddle & camp Free*
* Based on 2 persons per canoe and 3 persons per raft on weekends, 2 persons per raft on weekdays. Without reservations, add $2.00 a person.

Save an additional 50% on 2nd & 3rd day paddling!

Canoe Trips	Length	Paddle Times
Meet at Barryville, NY Base for these white water trips:
Skinner Falls to Barryville	18 miles	7 hrs.
Narrowsburg to Barryville	13 miles	5 hrs.
Ten Mile To Barryville	7 miles	3 hrs.
Barryville to Pond Eddy**	9 miles	3.5 hrs
Meet at Matamoras, PA Base for these white water trips:
Barryville to Matamoras	18 miles	7 hrs.
Pond Eddy to Matamoras**	9 miles	3.5hrs.
Meet at Matamoras, PA Base for these calm water trips:
Matamoras to Milford	7 miles	3.5hrs.
Matamoras to Dingmans Ferry	16 miles	8 hrs.
Matamoras To Bushkill	26 miles	2 day trip

** Most popular day trips.
* Trips can be combined for 2 or more days on the river
* Please allow additional time for swimming, picnicking etc.

River Gear

Sunglasses with strap
Sunscreen-waterproof
Swimsuit- River shorts
Sneaker- River shoes for wading
Hat for shade in summer, warmth in spring & fall
Polypro- fleece- Spring & Fall
Waterproof container- personal items
Picnic lunch - water & drinks (no glass containers)
Litterbag

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River Tips

Always wear your life jacket
Children 12 & under - life jacket mandatory at all times
Respect private property
Lock all valuables in car - leave keys at our office
Arrive early - allow plenty of time for trip
Leave change of clothes in car for trip home
Keep the Delaware River clean - secure all items
Alcohol is permitted - Please be Responsible
We will not rent to anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol - Laws are enforced.

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Damage Release Option

$2.00 per person per day releases you from any damage to boating equipment under normal use. If release is not taken a $10.00 per person cash security is required.

Cancellations & Rain Policies

Boating
Cancellations will be accepted without penalty with 7 days notice prior to your trip date. Late cancellations will be charged $10.00 per person, then a credit certificate will be issued in the same amount for any future trip during the current season.

Rain checks
If it is raining at Indian Head Canoes on the morning of your trip and is still raining at 12 noon, you will be issued a rain check for the date of your choice, based upon availability or a full refund. If the rain stops before 12 noon, no refunds will be issued. There are no rain checks or refunds once boats are taken out regardless of weather.

Campground
Cancellations will be accepted with 7 days notice prior to your arrival date. Late cancellations will be charged the 1st nights stay. A credit certificate for the amount charged will then be issued for any future date during the current season.

Log cabin, deluxe cabins, and bunkhouse
Cancellations will be accepted without penalty with 14 days notice prior to your arrival date. Late cancellations will be charged the first nights stay. There are no refunds for early departures or cancellations due to weather.

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