Fishing in the Delaware River, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
FISHING
Fishing is allowed in most areas of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The exceptions are as follows:
- Dingmans Creek within George W. Childs Park, including foot bridges and observation platforms
- Dingmans Creek from 100 feet upstream of the top observation platform to the eastern end of the Dingmans Falls Visitor Center parking lot
- From all designated boat launch and retrieval sites
- Within designated swimming areas
Those fishing from a wheelchair might want to stop at Loch Lomond, the only fishing spot in the park with disabled visitors in mind. It is located south of Dingmans Ferry on Wilson Hill Road. There is a fishing deck on the lake that is easily accessible from the parking lot. Picnic tables and a fancy outhouse—what Jed Clampett would call a portable toilet in a permanent building—are also available. Loch Lomond is stocked with trout and is only open to fishing during trout season. If you are using Google Maps for directions, search “LOCH LOMOND PICNIC AREA.”
Fishing deck at Loch Lomond in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Fishing deck at Loch Lomond in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Anyone over the age of 15 must have a proper fishing license. A Pennsylvania license is valid for fishing in any Pennsylvania stream, lake, or pond within the park. A New Jersey license is valid for fishing in any New Jersey stream, lake, or pond within the park. Either license is good for fishing on the Delaware River. No license or permit is required from the National Park Service. State fishing regulations apply.
For more rules and regulations about fishing within Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, see the National Park Service’s Fishing web page.
HUNTING
Hunting is also allowed in certain areas of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. For rules and regulations, see the National Park Service’s Hunting web page.
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Last updated on January 13, 2024
