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    Golf at Great Bear Golf Course Valid during the 2013 golf season Now you may stay at The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort and golf at our sister golf course, Great Bear Golf Course. Pocono Mountain's premiere Jack Nicklaus signature golf course, Great Bear Golf Course, is just a short swing away. …
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Authentic Shawnee Recreation

Choose to do as much or as little as you wish. For the active outdoor adventurer ... play golf, canoe, kayak, raft, paddleboat, or fish. For the restful outdoor enthusiast... read a book on the veranda while admiring the beautiful views, dip your feet in the Delaware River at our Sandy Bank and watch the current keep time, or take our guided or self-guided Nature Trail hike. Our respect for the great outdoors gives us a passion to emphasize reducing our carbon footprint.

The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort is a Pocono Mountain destination in itself! We have many outdoor recreation choices to choose from. We offer – Golf, Hiking, Biking, Swimming, Canoeing, Kayaking, Rafting, Fishing, Tennis, Live Music, Direct River Access and more! We are the only resort on the water for a 100 mile stretch of the Delaware River. Surrounded on three sides by the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, the Shawnee Inn is the perfect choice for your get-away.

Shawnee River Trips

Shawnee River Trips provide outdoor adventures which include: rentals of rafts, kayaks (tandem and single-person), canoes, fishing trips, and stand-up paddleboards. With the 70,000 acre Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and the historic Delaware River just on the edge of Shawnee’s property, Shawnee River Trips is the key to adventure. Contact us today to find out more or hear about many other fun things to do in the Poconos region of Pennsylvania.

To find out more details and information about our river trips and/or to make a reservation, contact our concierge at concierge@ShawneeInn.com or call 570-424-4000 x1464.

SRT Rates*

Take a trip down the Delaware River

We offer a 3-mile trip from Smithfield Beach to Shawnee or a 6-mile trip from 
Shawnee to Portland.

Canoe $ 60 per canoe
Kayak $ 40 per kayak
Tandem Kayak $ 70 per tandem kayak (2-person)
Raft $ 150 per raft (minimum 4 people, maximum 6)

Sit-N-Go Hourly Boat Rentals

Time is precious, but there is nothing more memorable then taking time to paddle on the Delaware River. Our 
hourly canoe, kayak, SUP, or sit-on-top kayak rentals are the perfect option to fit into your busy day.

Canoe $ 18/hour
Kayak $ 20/hour
Tandem Kayak (a 2-person kayak)  $ 30/hour 
SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard)  $ 20/hour
Sit-on-Top Kayak*  $ 20/hour

*Sit-on-top kayaks have a few advantages over sit-insides, one of which is comfort. Paddlers with larger body types, long legs, or limited flexibility may feel less confined paddling a sit-on-top kayak. Great fun for new paddlers!

SUP Instruction - (Stand Up Paddleboard)

Our 2-hour class offering includes staff aide and instruction on the best practice methods for an invigorating workout. Join the revolution of America's fasting growing paddlesport; stand up paddleboarding, a fun, and challenging way to go enjoy the water with friends and family. Board, paddle, and personal flotation device (PFD) are included.

About Our Paddleboard Instructors

Shawnee River Trips specializes in SUP outdoor lessons and fitness classes. We supply everything you need to enjoy yourself for a leisurely cruise or a fitness paddle.

$75 per person

Kayak Instruction

Meet with other paddlers for our 2-hour class. This serves as a great introduction on how to properly paddle and maneuver a kayak. Boat, paddle, spray skirt, and personal flotation device (PFD) are included.

  • Single Kayak
  • Tandem Kayak (2-person)
  • Sit-on-Top Kayak

$65 per person

Evening River Events

Campfire Paddle

Leave at 7:00pm, spend about 30 minutes on the water, and pull onto Depuy Island. Campfire will include marshmallows, s'mores, and "impossible tales" as shared by our recreation staff. Return to the Shawnee boat landing by 9:00pm or so.

$15 adult, $8 kids (12 and under)

Moonlight Paddle Around the Cove

Enjoy a leisure night's paddle under the moonlight complete with necessary boat lighting to lead your way with a kayak, sit-on-top kayak, or canoe. This excursion will be leaving the dock at 8:00pm and will be returning by 9:30pm. Keep in mind, you will be returning to the boat landing, dead in the dark; making this Moonlight Paddle Around the Cove a unique and partially-creepy adventure.

$25 per person

Hours >

(during season):
Seven days a week
9:00am - 2:00pm rafts
9:00am - 6:00pm canoes, kayaks, tandem kayaks, sit-on-top kayaks, stand-up paddleboards (sup), mountain bikes

Shawnee Inn Discounts >

Discounts available for guests of The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort and Wyndham Resort for any canoe, raft, or kayak trip. Proper ID required at time of payment.

Rules and Restrictions >

Children must be over 6 years of age, 42 inches and weigh over 50 lbs. If you return 15 minutes or more after your allotted time you will be charged for an additional hour. Safety is the first concern of our river staff. Personal flotation
devices (PFD’s) are required and will be provided with each rental. Please do not hesitate to speak to one of our river staff if you have any questions or concerns. All participants will be asked to sign a release form and leave an item as a deposit. A credit card on file is required when making reservation.

Where Can You Find Us >

Located on the grounds of The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, adjacent to the River Sanctuary (pavilion).

Shawnee Fishing Trips

Resting on the grounds of the historic Shawnee Inn, Shawnee Fishing Trips is ideally located on the banks of the Delaware River and encompasses the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.

Enjoy a distinctive guided drift boat trip with a licensed fishing guide on this legendary big river. “The Big D” is famous for its seasonal runs of shad and striped bass, along with its resident populations of trophy trout, smallmouth bass, and walleye.

Our guided “drift boat fishing trips” are fine designed to meet the expectations of novice to expert fishing anglers of most ages. Children (40lbs and over accompanied by an adult), individuals, couples, families and small groups can safely, conveniently and comfortably embark on a very distinctive river fishing adventure with a certified and experienced PABC /NPS Fishing Guide “Shawnee guided drift boat style!” on the Delaware River.

Guided "Drift Boat-Style" Fishing Trip

No fish too big, no tale too tall.

SFT Rates

  • $89 per person/half-day (4-5 hrs)
  • $176 per person/full-day (8-10 hrs)

Shorter (2-3 hour) trips may be available weekdays upon special request.

Guided Fishing Trips - Call (570) 424-4050 x1462 and speak to Will Stryeski, our Certified PA Fishing Guide, for more detailed information.

Discounts are available to The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort Guests, Wyndham Guests, Great Bear Country Club members along with overnight Shawnee Resort guests. 

All guided fly-fishing & spin-fishing trips include all equipment needed; rods, reels, tackle-equipment, PFD’s, lures, flies & bait. We supply everything needed other than individual fishing licenses. Please wear appropriate attire.

Additional Information

Shorter (2-3 hr) trips may be available weekdays upon special request.

Discounts are available to Shawnee Resort and Great Bear Country Club members along with overnight Shawnee Inn and Wyndham Resort guests.

All guided fly-fishing and spin-fishing trips include; rods, reels, tackle-equipment, PFD’s, lures, flies and bait.

A Valid NJ –or- PA Fishing license is required (ages 16yrs and older)
and be purchased on-line thru our Shawnee Business center 24/7
and/or at the Shawnee General Store prior to trip.

Hours >

Fishing start on April 1st. All trips by appointment only. Shawnee Fishing is open by appointments only. Contact Will Stryeski, PA Certified Fishing Guide today! 570-424-4050 x1462.

What To Bring >

Sun Protection 
It is always best to bring sunscreen, hat and cover garments for protection from over exposure to the sun.

Sunglasses
Any sunglasses can be a big plus to counter act sun glare that can make it hard to see. Polarized glasses cut out 50% of the suns reflective rays on the surface of the water making it easier on your eyes and to see the fish action as it unfolds.

Extra Layers of Clothing and Rain Gear

It is recommended that you dress in layers than to not have enough protection against varying weather condition. A wind-breaker-jacket can go a long way to help protect you from varying weather conditions. Nylon and poly-fibered fleece jackets are far more versatile than any cotton fabrics. They provide better protection against the elements under most weather conditions and will dry quickly.

Small Cooler, Food & Beverages
You may want to pack a small cooler with your food and extra beverages. No glass bottles, please!

Camera
Don’t forget to bring to capture some great photos!

Footwear
Everyone must wear protective footwear that can get wet* There will be plenty of room in the boat for your extra clothing, windbreaker and rain gear (small day packs).

Advance Reservations Required >

Please Contact Shawnee Fishing Trips at (570) 424-4050 x1462, or email at fish@shawneeinn.com. Or, short text message to (570) 994-6286.

Shawnee is within a close proximity of many Pocono Mountain lakes and streams that are equally well known by fly-anglers for their wild scenery and fish-filled waters.

To find out more details and information about our guided fishing trips and/or to make a reservation*, please contact our fishing guides directly at fish@shawneeinn.com.

Our seasonal (April-October) fishing adventures are fine tuned in meeting the qualifications of most ages, small group sizes, and any skill level with weather and water conditions permitting.

Shoreline Fishing Locations >

Valid PA or NJ Fishing License

Persons of age 16 and older are required to either purchase a valid Pennsylvania -or- New Jersey fishing license to fish on the Delaware River. Shawnee overnight
guests can purchase Fishing License on-line through our Shawnee Business Center (open 24/7) located on the first floor of The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort.
Licenses can also be obtained thru the following locations.

  1. On the Internet at www.pa.wildlifelicense.com
  2. Shawnee General Store (570) 421-0956
  3. Walmart, Kmart and at most sporting goods retail store, anywhere in PA.

Smithfield Beach Launch Site (approx. 3 miles)
Make right onto River Road and follow 2-3 miles. Make right into Smithfield Beach Recreation Area. This is a deep section of the Delaware River where bass, musky, walleye, fallfish and channel catfish can be caught casting from shoreline. From Memorial Day past Labor Day this location is also a designated picnic, grilling and swimming area.

Kittatinny Point/The Delaware Water Gap (approx. 4 miles)
Make left onto River Rd and follow to the end. Make right at light and stay right. Make right onto Route 80 East. Get off at first exit, Kittatinny Point Visitor Center. This is a deep section of the Delaware River where shad, bass, walleye and 
channel catfish can be caught casting from shore. From Memorial Day to Labor Day this location is also a designated picnic, grilling.

Rules & Regulations
NO SHORELINE FISHING IS PERMITTED ON SHAWNEE INN GROUNDS BOAT RAMP, RIVER SHORELINE BEACH AREA, RIVER SANCTUARY AREA (PAVILION), BEACH & GOLF COURSE AREAS.

Valid fishing license is required and is not included. Licenses may be purchased on-line at www.pa.wildlife.licenses.com.