NYC Wild Escape Rafting Hiking

15 Jul 2026 – 18 Jul 2026 · by pedrozamith

Destinations

Barryville, United States

Base yourself in Barryville or neighboring Pond Eddy on the Delaware River — a classic weekend escape from NYC accessible by renting a car (~2.5hrs drive). Kittatinny Canoes and Wild & Scenic River Tours offer rafting and kayaking trips on the Upper Delaware that are affordable and beginner-friendly. Stay at a riverside cabin or campsite like Lander's River Trips which bundles lodging and rafting for great value.
Eldred, United States

Just a short drive from Barryville, Eldred sits at the edge of the Catskill foothills and offers access to scenic forest trails through the Delaware State Forest. The Mongaup Pond area and nearby ridgeline trails reward hikers with sweeping views and dense woodland with minimal crowds. It's a perfect half-day nature stop before heading back to NYC on Sunday evening.