West Branch Angler & Resort, located in Hancock, New York, offers an exceptional experience for outdoor enthusiasts, especially fly fishing enthusiasts seeking to enjoy the natural beauty of the Catskill Mountains. Situated at the wooded base of the Catskills along the banks of the West Branch of the Delaware River, the resort provides guests direct access to some of the best wild trout fishing in the Eastern United States.
The resort features upscale log cabin accommodations set in a sprawling 300-acre park-like environment along a 2-mile private section of the river. Guests have access to 3 miles of private catch and release water on the West Branch, with options to fish the river at the resort, go on guided river trips, or try fly fishing at the resort's facilities. The knowledgeable and passionate guides are praised for their ability to help anglers, even beginners, get on the fish.
Beyond fishing, the resort is described as having gorgeous scenery, friendly staff, and fantastic food and drinks. The cabins are clean, well-appointed, and situated to take advantage of the beautiful natural surroundings. While the town around the resort is limited, the resort itself is widely regarded as a top-notch destination for outdoor enthusiasts, especially fly fishing aficionados.
Perfect vacation for a fly fisherman and his non fishing wife. The cabin was very comfortable and had everything we needed. It was nice to have a restaurant on site. Very technical fishing this time of year, but my husband loved it. Plenty of locations to wad into the west branch of the Delaware River. We'll definitely... read full comment
June 2026
Spent 4 nights at the cabin with 3 days flyfishing. Rooms were great. Plenty of eoom for 4 people. Our guides were great and knowledgeable. Fun trip.
June 2026
My first time fishing the Delaware. Great location and good food. Cabin was just what I needed. Fishing was good!
