Port Jervis, NY

Port Jervis sits right at the western edge of New York where the Delaware and Neversink rivers meet, right on the border of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Home to about 9,000 residents, this historic river town offers a relaxed small-town atmosphere surrounded by rolling hills and scenic waterways. With Matamoras just across the bridge and the Upper Delaware corridor in your backyard, you get a quiet corner of the region that still feels closely connected to neighboring states.

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Daily life here centers on the outdoors and a revived downtown. Residents have quick access to miles of hiking and mountain biking in the Port Jervis Watershed trails, water recreation on the Delaware, and sweeping views from Point Peter. Local shops, cafes, and breweries line the walkable streets of downtown, while Riverside Park provides sports courts, playgrounds, and community events along the riverfront. For commuters, the city also serves as the terminus of the Metro-North Port Jervis Line, offering a direct train connection toward New York City.