Brandywine Creek - Kayaks and Canoes
Launch at Brandywine River Museum on Route 1 in Chadds Ford, PA or at Brandywine Creek State Park from the Thompson Bridge Day Use Parking Area
Extreme low or high water levels may limit creek access. If paddling below Thompson Bridge parking area, use extreme caution at Rockland Dam and other downstream dams.
Upcoming Paddling Programs at Brandywine Creek State Park
There are currently no canoe/kayak events scheduled at Brandywine Creek State Park.
Cape Henlopen - Kayaks and Canoes
Kayak and Canoe Rentals: Quest Kayak
Note: Rental fees listed on this page are not valid for this location. Visit Quest Kayak for current rental pricing.
Check the weather, wind, and tides. Be aware of currents near the Point and fishing lines near the pier. The Point beaches are closed during the summer months for the protection of nesting shorebirds. Please observe all sign postings and respect wildlife.
Upcoming Paddling Programs at Cape Henlopen State Park
There are currently no canoe/kayak events scheduled at Cape Henlopen.
Delaware Seashore - Kayaks and Canoes
Launch at the State day use parking areas west of Route 1 and enjoy paddling in the shallow waters of the Rehoboth, Indian River, or Little Assawoman Bays.
Check weather, tides, and wind before launching. Paddlers should avoid the strong tidal currents in the Indian River Inlet.
Upcoming Paddling Programs at Delaware Seashore State Park
Introduction to Kayaking
Tuesday, July 27, 2021, 9:30 AM
Interested in trying one of our kayak tours, but don't have much paddling experience? We're here to help! Our ACA-trained staff will teach you the basics, from safely getting in and out of a kayak, to different maneuvers out on the water. Program includes a shortened eco-tour with great wildlife-viewing. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
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7/27/2021 9:30:00 AM
7/27/2021 11:45:00 AM
America/New_York
Introduction to Kayaking
Interested in trying one of our kayak tours, but don't have much paddling experience? We're here to help! Our ACA-trained staff will teach you the basics, from safely getting in and out of a kayak, to different maneuvers out on the water. Program includes a shortened eco-tour with great wildlife-viewing. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
Delaware Seashore State Park
Kayak Eco-Tour: Paddling Station Cove
Wednesday, July 28, 2021, 9:30 AM
*Previous paddling experience required* Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through the marshes of Rehoboth Bay for a unique glimpse of the historic Indian River Life-Saving Station. Along this 2.5-mile journey, park naturalists will identify the wildlife that make up this dynamic ecosystem, including the only nesting colony of Laughing Gulls in Delaware. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. If you do not have any prior paddling experience, we highly recommend signing up for our Introduction to Kayaking program before attemping this tour. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
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7/28/2021 9:30:00 AM
7/28/2021 11:45:00 AM
America/New_York
Kayak Eco-Tour: Paddling Station Cove
*Previous paddling experience required* Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through the marshes of Rehoboth Bay for a unique glimpse of the historic Indian River Life-Saving Station. Along this 2.5-mile journey, park naturalists will identify the wildlife that make up this dynamic ecosystem, including the only nesting colony of Laughing Gulls in Delaware. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. If you do not have any prior paddling experience, we highly recommend signing up for our Introduction to Kayaking program before attemping this tour. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
Delaware Seashore State Park
Kayak Eco-Tour: Paddling Station Cove
Wednesday, August 4, 2021, 9:30 AM
*Previous paddling experience required* Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through the marshes of Rehoboth Bay for a unique glimpse of the historic Indian River Life-Saving Station. Along this 2.5-mile journey, park naturalists will identify the wildlife that make up this dynamic ecosystem, including the only nesting colony of Laughing Gulls in Delaware. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. If you do not have any prior paddling experience, we highly recommend signing up for our Introduction to Kayaking program before attemping this tour. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
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8/4/2021 9:30:00 AM
8/4/2021 11:45:00 AM
America/New_York
Kayak Eco-Tour: Paddling Station Cove
*Previous paddling experience required* Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through the marshes of Rehoboth Bay for a unique glimpse of the historic Indian River Life-Saving Station. Along this 2.5-mile journey, park naturalists will identify the wildlife that make up this dynamic ecosystem, including the only nesting colony of Laughing Gulls in Delaware. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. If you do not have any prior paddling experience, we highly recommend signing up for our Introduction to Kayaking program before attemping this tour. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
Delaware Seashore State Park
Kayak Eco-Tour: Paddling Station Cove
Thursday, August 5, 2021, 9:30 AM
*Previous paddling experience required* Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through the marshes of Rehoboth Bay for a unique glimpse of the historic Indian River Life-Saving Station. Along this 2.5-mile journey, park naturalists will identify the wildlife that make up this dynamic ecosystem, including the only nesting colony of Laughing Gulls in Delaware. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. If you do not have any prior paddling experience, we highly recommend signing up for our Introduction to Kayaking program before attemping this tour. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
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8/5/2021 9:30:00 AM
8/5/2021 11:45:00 AM
America/New_York
Kayak Eco-Tour: Paddling Station Cove
*Previous paddling experience required* Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through the marshes of Rehoboth Bay for a unique glimpse of the historic Indian River Life-Saving Station. Along this 2.5-mile journey, park naturalists will identify the wildlife that make up this dynamic ecosystem, including the only nesting colony of Laughing Gulls in Delaware. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. If you do not have any prior paddling experience, we highly recommend signing up for our Introduction to Kayaking program before attemping this tour. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
Delaware Seashore State Park
Introduction to Kayaking
Friday, August 6, 2021, 9:30 AM
Interested in trying one of our kayak tours, but don't have much paddling experience? We're here to help! Our ACA-trained staff will teach you the basics, from safely getting in and out of a kayak, to different maneuvers out on the water. Program includes a shortened eco-tour with great wildlife-viewing. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
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8/6/2021 9:30:00 AM
8/6/2021 11:45:00 AM
America/New_York
Introduction to Kayaking
Interested in trying one of our kayak tours, but don't have much paddling experience? We're here to help! Our ACA-trained staff will teach you the basics, from safely getting in and out of a kayak, to different maneuvers out on the water. Program includes a shortened eco-tour with great wildlife-viewing. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
Delaware Seashore State Park
Kayak Eco-Tour: Paddling Station Cove
Saturday, August 7, 2021, 9:30 AM
*Previous paddling experience required* Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through the marshes of Rehoboth Bay for a unique glimpse of the historic Indian River Life-Saving Station. Along this 2.5-mile journey, park naturalists will identify the wildlife that make up this dynamic ecosystem, including the only nesting colony of Laughing Gulls in Delaware. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. If you do not have any prior paddling experience, we highly recommend signing up for our Introduction to Kayaking program before attemping this tour. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
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8/7/2021 9:30:00 AM
8/7/2021 11:45:00 AM
America/New_York
Kayak Eco-Tour: Paddling Station Cove
*Previous paddling experience required* Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through the marshes of Rehoboth Bay for a unique glimpse of the historic Indian River Life-Saving Station. Along this 2.5-mile journey, park naturalists will identify the wildlife that make up this dynamic ecosystem, including the only nesting colony of Laughing Gulls in Delaware. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. If you do not have any prior paddling experience, we highly recommend signing up for our Introduction to Kayaking program before attemping this tour. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
Delaware Seashore State Park
Introduction to Kayaking
Tuesday, August 10, 2021, 9:30 AM
Interested in trying one of our kayak tours, but don't have much paddling experience? We're here to help! Our ACA-trained staff will teach you the basics, from safely getting in and out of a kayak, to different maneuvers out on the water. Program includes a shortened eco-tour with great wildlife-viewing. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
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8/10/2021 9:30:00 AM
8/10/2021 11:45:00 AM
America/New_York
Introduction to Kayaking
Interested in trying one of our kayak tours, but don't have much paddling experience? We're here to help! Our ACA-trained staff will teach you the basics, from safely getting in and out of a kayak, to different maneuvers out on the water. Program includes a shortened eco-tour with great wildlife-viewing. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
Delaware Seashore State Park
Kayak Eco-Tour: Paddling Station Cove
Wednesday, August 11, 2021, 9:30 AM
*Previous paddling experience required* Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through the marshes of Rehoboth Bay for a unique glimpse of the historic Indian River Life-Saving Station. Along this 2.5-mile journey, park naturalists will identify the wildlife that make up this dynamic ecosystem, including the only nesting colony of Laughing Gulls in Delaware. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. If you do not have any prior paddling experience, we highly recommend signing up for our Introduction to Kayaking program before attemping this tour. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
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8/11/2021 9:30:00 AM
8/11/2021 11:45:00 AM
America/New_York
Kayak Eco-Tour: Paddling Station Cove
*Previous paddling experience required* Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through the marshes of Rehoboth Bay for a unique glimpse of the historic Indian River Life-Saving Station. Along this 2.5-mile journey, park naturalists will identify the wildlife that make up this dynamic ecosystem, including the only nesting colony of Laughing Gulls in Delaware. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. If you do not have any prior paddling experience, we highly recommend signing up for our Introduction to Kayaking program before attemping this tour. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
Delaware Seashore State Park
Kayak Eco-Tour: Paddling Station Cove
Thursday, August 12, 2021, 9:30 AM
*Previous paddling experience required* Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through the marshes of Rehoboth Bay for a unique glimpse of the historic Indian River Life-Saving Station. Along this 2.5-mile journey, park naturalists will identify the wildlife that make up this dynamic ecosystem, including the only nesting colony of Laughing Gulls in Delaware. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. If you do not have any prior paddling experience, we highly recommend signing up for our Introduction to Kayaking program before attemping this tour. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
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8/12/2021 9:30:00 AM
8/12/2021 11:45:00 AM
America/New_York
Kayak Eco-Tour: Paddling Station Cove
*Previous paddling experience required* Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through the marshes of Rehoboth Bay for a unique glimpse of the historic Indian River Life-Saving Station. Along this 2.5-mile journey, park naturalists will identify the wildlife that make up this dynamic ecosystem, including the only nesting colony of Laughing Gulls in Delaware. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. If you do not have any prior paddling experience, we highly recommend signing up for our Introduction to Kayaking program before attemping this tour. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
Delaware Seashore State Park
Kayak Eco-Tour: Paddling Station Cove
Thursday, August 19, 2021, 9:30 AM
*Previous paddling experience required* Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through the marshes of Rehoboth Bay for a unique glimpse of the historic Indian River Life-Saving Station. Along this 2.5-mile journey, park naturalists will identify the wildlife that make up this dynamic ecosystem, including the only nesting colony of Laughing Gulls in Delaware. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. If you do not have any prior paddling experience, we highly recommend signing up for our Introduction to Kayaking program before attemping this tour. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
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8/19/2021 9:30:00 AM
8/19/2021 11:45:00 AM
America/New_York
Kayak Eco-Tour: Paddling Station Cove
*Previous paddling experience required* Paddle a sit-on-top kayak through the marshes of Rehoboth Bay for a unique glimpse of the historic Indian River Life-Saving Station. Along this 2.5-mile journey, park naturalists will identify the wildlife that make up this dynamic ecosystem, including the only nesting colony of Laughing Gulls in Delaware. Pre-registration required. Ages 13 and up; under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Participants must bring a bottle of water and wear closed-toe shoes. If you do not have any prior paddling experience, we highly recommend signing up for our Introduction to Kayaking program before attemping this tour. Online program registration ends 24 hours prior to program. To register after that, call 302-227-6991. $35 per person
Delaware Seashore State Park
Fenwick Island - Kayaks and Canoes
Kayak and Canoe Rentals: Coastal Kayak
Note: Rental fees listed on this page are not valid for this location. Visit Coastak Kayak for current rental pricing.
Upcoming Paddling Programs at Fenwick Island State Park
Lums Pond - Canoe, Kayak, Pedal Boats
Kayak and Canoe Rentals: Delaware State Parks
Boat Rental Hours of Operation
Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day:
- 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday - Friday
- 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday - Sunday
- 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays mid August through Labor Day
- 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekends in May and September
Closed October through April
Last Rental 1 hour before closing time
Upcoming Paddling Programs at Lums Pond State Park
Sunset Kayak Tours
Thursday, July 29, 2021, 7:00 PM
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
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7/29/2021 7:00:00 PM
7/29/2021 9:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Sunset Kayak Tours
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
Lums Pond State Park
Sunset Kayak Tours
Thursday, August 12, 2021, 7:00 PM
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
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8/12/2021 7:00:00 PM
8/12/2021 9:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Sunset Kayak Tours
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
Lums Pond State Park
Sunset Kayak Tours
Thursday, August 26, 2021, 7:00 PM
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
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8/26/2021 7:00:00 PM
8/26/2021 9:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Sunset Kayak Tours
Join us for a guided tour of the largest freshwater pond in the state, with the sun setting it is a perfect time for viewing wildlife and taking in the beautiful scenery to unwind. Previous paddling experience is required. Open to participants 14 years and older. (With a parent or guardian). Only tandem kayaks available so program registration is for two paddlers. $35 per kayak. Register online at the link below.
Lums Pond State Park
Killens Pond - Canoe, Kayak, Pedal Boats
Kayak and Canoe Rentals: Delaware State Parks
Boat Rental Hours of Operation
Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day:
- 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Daily
- Hours are subject to change and depend upon weather conditions.
Weekends in May, September and mid-October:
- 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Last hourly rental is 5pm, last half hour pedal boat rental is 5:30pm. Hours subject to change due to inclement weather.
Upcoming Paddling Programs at Killens Pond State Park
Evening Kayak Paddle
Thursday, August 12, 2021, 7:00 PM
Summer fun is yours on a guided kayak tour! You will get wet and muddy. Closed-toed shoes are required, and old clothes are recommended. For ages 13+. Previous paddling experience recommended; must be comfortable paddling. Don't forget your water and flashlight. Kayak programs are weather permitting. Pre- registration and pre-payment are required for all kayak programs; call 302- 284-4299. $20 per paddler
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8/12/2021 7:00:00 PM
8/12/2021 9:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Evening Kayak Paddle
Summer fun is yours on a guided kayak tour! You will get wet and muddy. Closed-toed shoes are required, and old clothes are recommended. For ages 13+. Previous paddling experience recommended; must be comfortable paddling. Don't forget your water and flashlight. Kayak programs are weather permitting. Pre- registration and pre-payment are required for all kayak programs; call 302- 284-4299. $20 per paddler
Killens Pond State Park
Evening Kayak Paddle
Thursday, August 26, 2021, 7:00 PM
Summer fun is yours on a guided kayak tour! You will get wet and muddy. Closed-toed shoes are required, and old clothes are recommended. For ages 13+. Previous paddling experience recommended; must be comfortable paddling. Don't forget your water and flashlight. Kayak programs are weather permitting. Pre- registration and pre-payment are required for all kayak programs; call 302- 284-4299. $20 per paddler
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8/26/2021 7:00:00 PM
8/26/2021 9:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Evening Kayak Paddle
Summer fun is yours on a guided kayak tour! You will get wet and muddy. Closed-toed shoes are required, and old clothes are recommended. For ages 13+. Previous paddling experience recommended; must be comfortable paddling. Don't forget your water and flashlight. Kayak programs are weather permitting. Pre- registration and pre-payment are required for all kayak programs; call 302- 284-4299. $20 per paddler
Killens Pond State Park
Trap Pond - Canoe, Kayak, Pedal Boats, Paddle Boards
Kayak and Canoe Rentals: Delaware State Parks
Boat Rental Hours of Operation
Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day:
- 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday – Thursday. Last rental at 5 p.m.
- 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., Friday – Sunday. Last rental at 6 p.m.
May 1 through 20, 2020 and September 7 through October 18, 2020:
- 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday – Thursday. Self-registration at camp store. Last rental at 2:30 p.m.
- 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., Fridays. Self-registration at camp store. Last rental at 5 p.m.
- 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Saturday + Sunday. Last rental at 5 p.m.
October 19, 2020 through April 30, 2021:
- Closed
Upcoming Paddling Programs at Trap Pond State Park
There are currently no canoe/kayak/pontoon boat events currently scheduled Trap Pond.
