Paddling near Hancock, NY

Hancock sits at the southwestern corner of Delaware County, New York, where the East and West Branches of the Delaware River converge to form the main stem. That confluence makes it a natural starting point for paddling the Upper Delaware — a wide, largely flatwater river that flows through forested hills and is recognized as the longest free-flowing river in the eastern United States. Canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards all work well here, and local outfitters operate directly out of town.