Sunrise on the Delaware brings a hush with it, just the splash of a cast and the riffle of oars against slow water. The cabin and boat launch sit tucked at the river’s edge, mornings filled with quiet prep and anglers swapping stories.
What to Expect:
🛶 Guided float trips for trout on the West Branch Delaware and neighboring rivers
🎣 Tips, coaching, and patient guidance for both novices and seasoned anglers
🦋 Current hatch recommendations and fly suggestions for each day’s conditions
🍱 Lunches prepared riverside, often homemade and packed with care
🦽 Accommodations for anglers with mobility challenges when requested
Important Information:
âś” Booking required for all guided trips; advance notice encourages best availability
âś” Wheelchair accessible parking lot, request further accessibility support as needed
âś” Contact Wayne or Laurie directly via phone (607-743-5696) for all inquiries or custom trips
âś” Open year-round; check on flows and river conditions for best trip timing
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
Local Insights
🎣 Sulphur Evenings: May and June dusk Sulphur hatches bring up big browns—book late-afternoon floats.
🚤 Flows Matter: Best drift-boat fishing often between 450–800 cfs at Hale Eddy; check before you leave.
👥 Prime Calls: Early weekday calls line up weekend guide slots—busiest on Saturdays May-July.
🦽 Accessible Launch: Let Wayne know in advance regarding mobility—accommodations often possible with some notice.
What folks are saying
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Most visitors praise Wayne’s keen eye for spotting rises and local knowledge, especially for matching current West Branch hatches. Reviews highlight kind, encouraging coaching for new anglers and deep expertise for those with decades on the water. Guests value prompt responses and detail around planning, plus thoughtful extras like homemade lunches. A few mention a brusque call experience, though overwhelmingly clients say the trips are enjoyable, patient, and productive. Accommodations for mobility and attention to conditions clinch return visits.
Last updated on
October 9th, 2025
