Paddling Itineraries

The crystal clear waters of Otsego Lake in Cooperstown, the source of the Susquehanna River, offers a multitude of paddling options for all experience levels.

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With one portage and a slightly challenging take out, more experienced paddlers will enjoy the meandering twists and turns of this Susquehanna River paddle.

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An easy paddle for all abilities, the river travels through natural tree-lined banks, until near Portlandville and Goodyear Lake, where it becomes more residential.

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An easy route for paddlers of all ages, this itinerary follows the route of the Generation Gap race of the General Clinton Regatta held each year during Memorial Day weekend.

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The river is fairly wide in this area and offers an easy paddle as it flows northwest toward Binghamton.

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This is an easy paddle with minimal obstacles that can be broken up into shorter segments, with put-ins at any of the first three access points.

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One of the unique features of this paddle is Hiawatha Island, a large, wooded island with rustic trails where remnants of its history including a hotel and farm remain.

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This is a good launch for a short trip around Hiawatha Island for some birdwatching or paddle around the island, down to Hickories Park and back.

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This itinerary takes you through the center of the City of Corning, through the confluence of the Cohocton, Tioga and Chemung Rivers.

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This lengthy paddle along the Chemung River will dip into Pennsylvania across the border for a short distance and then loops back into New York.

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