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Take a family-friendly two-day canoe or kayak trip through Pennsylvania's Poconos—from Eshback to Smithfield Beach—offering 14 miles of diverse scenery and wildlife encounters. Adventure Sports makes paddling approachable for all ages and skill levels.
Take a family-friendly two-day canoe or kayak trip through Pennsylvania's Poconos—from Eshback to Smithfield Beach—offering 14 miles of diverse scenery and wildlife encounters. Adventure Sports makes paddling approachable for all ages and skill levels.
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Operated by Adventure Sports · East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Situated in the heart of Pennsylvania’s scenic Poconos region, Adventure Sports offers a standout two-day, 14-mile canoe or kayak journey from Eshback to Smithfield Beach. This stretch of river showcases a dynamic blend of natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and accessible adventure, making it an ideal family-friendly excursion. Starting at the Eshback Boat Access, paddlers trace the river’s winding path past gravel flats like Buck Bar and around dramatic bends that reveal islands such as Sambo, Depew, and Poxano. Each bend offers a fresh vantage point for spotting local fauna and taking in the varied landscape.
The route balances paddling with opportunities to immerse in the outdoors via short hikes, fishing spots, and swimming breaks along well-maintained campsites such as Peters and Quinn located within Walpack Bend—the site of historic Decker’s Ferry. This blend of activities ensures that participants of all ages and skill levels stay engaged, from toddlers to seasoned paddlers.
Adventure Sports has crafted this trip to accommodate summer’s lower water levels, providing a manageable yet rewarding experience over two days with roughly five hours of paddle time each day. The company equips visitors with gear and knowledge to navigate the Poconos’ unique terrain, with an emphasis on safety and sustainable enjoyment of the river’s fragile ecosystem. Notably, bald eagles and black bears are frequent sightings, enriching the journey with moments of wild discovery.
As a dedicated local outfitter based in East Stroudsburg, Adventure Sports ties outdoor recreation to the cultural history and natural heritage of northeastern Pennsylvania. Their expertise ensures that this river corridor is both accessible and engaging, encouraging families to build lasting connections with the landscape through active, responsible recreation.
moderate.
2 days, approx. 5 hours paddling per day.
Suitable for individuals in moderate physical shape; endurance for multi-hour paddling and light hiking required.
Yes, the trip is designed for all skill levels, including beginners and families with children.
Campsites are accessible but not reservable in advance; arriving early is recommended.
Common sightings include bald eagles, deer, foxes, bears, and various bird species native to the Poconos.
Yes, fishing is allowed in designated areas; bring your fishing license and gear.
Please contact Adventure Sports directly to inquire about shuttle arrangements and vehicle parking.
Late spring through early fall offers the most comfortable conditions and active wildlife.
The route passes near the historic Walpack Bend area, once home to Decker’s Ferry, an important crossing in early Pennsylvania.
Adventure Sports emphasizes leave-no-trace principles to protect the river’s delicate riparian habitat and maintains campsites to reduce environmental impact.
Adventure Sports is an activity provider based in Warwick, England offering a diverse program of outdoor adventures, specialist sessions and private events. The company runs off-road driving, axe throwing, quad biking, Segway treks and laser tag on site in the Warwickshire countryside, with expert instructors and age-appropriate sessions. 4x4 Off Road Driving welcomes participants aged 10 and up; Laser Tag sessions accommodate players aged 8 to 80. Adventure Sports also operates water-based experiences in the Bay of St Tropez, including wakesurfing, wakeboarding, inflatable towables and private boat tours aboard a Super Air Nautique 210 and private charters on a Beneteau 6.5. Multi-day paddling itineraries are listed for the Delaware River, including one- and multi-day trips between Bushkill, Dingmans Ferry, Smithfield Beach and the Delaware Water Gap. Services include private party and group bookings, team building programs, meeting room facilities and a range of shooting, archery and paintball formats. Safety briefings, instructor-led training and user-friendly equipment are provided where noted, including guided quad bike and Segway sessions on mapped terrain across 100 acres. Adventure Sports presents both open sessions and private hires, catering to families, corporate groups and experienced outdoor enthusiasts. Activity summaries and session durations are provided per trip; no prior experience is required for many sessions. All information above reflects the trips and services listed for Adventure Sports and their locations in Warwick and select coastal and river destinations. Booking details, session lengths and age limits are listed for each trip to help plan visits and group outings.
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