Upper Delaware takes a prize

Posted 8/21/12

UPPER DELAWARE VALLEY — The Upper Delaware Scenic Byway (UDSB), which runs parallel to the Upper Delaware River, took second place in the USA Today survey of scenic byways, as well as the contest …

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Upper Delaware takes a prize

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UPPER DELAWARE VALLEY — The Upper Delaware Scenic Byway (UDSB), which runs parallel to the Upper Delaware River, took second place in the USA Today survey of scenic byways, as well as the contest in which supporters voted for the Best Scenic Autumn Drive.

The UDSB is 70 miles long and runs along NY State Route 97 between Port Jervis, NY and Hancock, NY, and along the way offers some majestic views of the river.

At the September meeting of the Upper Delaware Scenic Byway Committee, member Laurie Ramie speculated that publicity surrounding the contest lead to an increase in the number of UDSB brochures requested by the public, and also caused the Sullivan County Visitors Association to run out of brochures.

The UDSB website notes, “On scenic Route 97 and its various side roads, you’ll find county eateries, art galleries, museums, theaters, antique shops and general stores; all surrounded by undulating hills, long valley vistas and rock cut landscapes. Motorcycle magazines cite Route 97 as being one of the best riding roads in the Northeast region, and portions of Route 97 are National Park Service-designated as Bike Route 17 for bicycling enthusiasts.”

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