Special Update - June 30
Limits Set for Beaches
In accordance with Gov. Carney’s goal of limiting interactions among people in Delaware’s beach areas to reduce transmission of COVID-19, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced that the following restrictions are in effect until further notice:
- The number of vehicles allowed in Cape Henlopen, Delaware Seashore and Fenwick Island state parks will be limited to approximately 60% of the parking capacity. When the 60% capacity is reached, all vehicles will be turned away until vehicle volume within the parks is reduced. Vehicle restrictions may be lifted periodically as volume levels are noticeably reduced within the parks. These limits, which will be enforced at park entrances by DNREC Natural Resources Police, will not be managed based on a “one-in, one-out” policy that would encourage lines of waiting vehicles and people.
- At Cape Henlopen, when the main gate is closed to additional vehicles based on parking lot capacity, the closure will include vehicles that have arrived at the park for drive-on surf fishing as well.
- At Delaware Seashore and Fenwick Island surf fishing beaches, NRP officers will monitor the number of vehicles on the beach and will close drive-on beach entrances if vehicles fail to maintain the 20-foot distance between vehicles currently mandated by the Governor’s emergency order.
- Masks or face coverings are required in bathhouse and concession areas of all three parks and strongly encouraged on the beach as well.
- Campgrounds and cabin rentals will continue.
Find Your Adventure at Cape Henlopen
Visit The Point Overlook
See where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, and experience the Point, a great place for viewing birds, dolphins, seals, and more. You’ll also see both the East End Breakwater and the Harbor of Refuge lighthouses. In winter, visitors can hike around the Point on the bay and ocean beaches.
Tour the Fort Miles Historical Area
Cape Henlopen was once a World War II coastal defense site. Take a tour of Battery 519, and climb to the top of the Observation Tower to discover the roles the towers played in the operation of Fort Miles.
Borrow a Bike and Loop the Park
Did you know you can borrow a bike for free, thanks to the Friends of Cape Henlopen? Bike the Loop trail around the park to experience diverse ecosystems, including the maritime forests, dunes, and beach. It's a great way to experience the rich history of the park.
Visit the Nature Center and Touch Tank
Get up close with native marine life in the touch tank! You’ll learn about the park’s habitats and the creatures that live here. To understand more about the park, sign up for guided programs such as seining the bay, dolphin watches, or ghost crab hikes!
Walk the Fishing Pier
The pier was originally built to support mine operations during World War II. Today, it offers 24-hour access to fishing in the Delaware Bay. Cast your line from the pier, or take a walk to experience the natural beauty of the Delaware Bay.
Superintendent’s Pick: Gordons Pond Trail
This 3.2-mile accessible trail offers stunning views of the park’s dynamic coastal habitats, including dunes, forests, and wetlands. Hike or bike across the elevated boardwalk, and look for wildlife along the trail.
About the Park
When the current lands of the state of Delaware were granted to William Penn sometime after 1682, Penn proclaimed that Cape Henlopen and its natural resources were to be for the common usage of the citizens of Lewes and Sussex County, thus establishing some of the nation's first "public lands." It has remained in the public domain ever since, playing a major role in local shipping and in the nation's military history. The historic Henlopen Lighthouse no longer helps to guide vessels through the treacherous bay waters, but the two stone "breakwaters" barriers off the point of the Cape, completed in 1869 and 1901, still form a safe harbor for boats during rough seas. As a Delaware state park, Cape Henlopen remains in the public domain.
Water, Beaches, and Trails
Cape Henlopen's beaches attract thousands of visitors who enjoy everything from ocean swimming, boating, fishing, and kayaking to clamming, paddle-boarding and wind-surfing. But Cape Henlopen offers more than just the ocean and bays. The park's premiere trails offer hiking and biking exploration.
A designated swimming beach, accessible from the Lewes entrance to the park, provides lifeguard patrols between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day (schedule may vary depending on staff availability).
Mobi-Mat equipment, consisting of three 30-foot mats allowing those in wheelchairs and power chairs to access the beach from the boardwalk, is also available at this location.
Camping and Cabins
Cape Henlopen's campground, set among pine-covered dunes, now includes 2-point hookups, 100-amp service on several sites, and sites to accommodate larger rigs. Twenty walk-in tent sites lie adjacent to the Waking Dunes Trail. Twelve camping cabins -- two-room individual cabins that offer an outdoor spigot and fire ring for cooking and share a communal bath house -- offer an economical alternative for vacationing at the beach. Visit our Reservations section for camping information and pricing.
Fort Miles Museum and Historical Area
During World War II, the Delaware River was a chief priority for defense planners because of the access it afforded to the giant trade centers of Wilmington, Philadelphia, and beyond. Fort Miles, located in what is now Cape Henlopen State Park, was a key piece of the nation's coastal defense at that time. Visit the Fort Miles page in our Attractions section for information about programs and tours.
Seaside Nature Center
The centerpiece of the newly-renovated Seaside Nature Center is a 495-gallon two-level touch tank, complete with viewing windows that allow visitors to see stingrays, horseshoe crabs and other species in the tank while they’re underwater. The nature center also features five 1,000-gallon tanks with local fish, exhibits that explain the different habitats within the park, a live Osprey cam provided by the Friends of Cape Henlopen (April through August), and a gift shop. A wide selection of activities and programs for children and adults are led by Seaside Nature Center staff each week. Go to YouTube to view the Osprey cam
Nature Center Hours
Current Hours during COVID-19 pandemic:
- Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
Borrow-A-Bike Program
Free bikes are available at the Seaside Nature Center on a first-come, first-served basis, weather permitting, for 2 hours at a time, Bikes must remain within the park and stay on the paved bike trail. For more information, call the nature center. The Borrow-A-Bike Program is a project of the Friends of Cape Henlopen.
Borrow-A-Bike Hours
The Borrow-A-Bike program has been suspended until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please check the Friends of CHSP website for updates.
Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve
Lying between the Delaware Bay and the Broadkill River, Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve – Washover Barrier Spit provides the only publicly owned wild beach in Delaware incorporating both dune and marsh habitat. A portion of beachfront allows surf fishing and pedestrian use; however, a majority of the preserve is off limits to human activity to allow for wildlife conservation. The site provides important habitat for horseshoe crab spawning and shorebird feeding in the spring. The preserve has a pedestrian-only linear trail on the river side and a limited-access parking lot.
Upcoming Events
Discover Battery 519
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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10/28/2020 11:00:00 AM
10/28/2020 12:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Artillery Park Walk
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
1:00 PM
Join our historic interpreters for a walk of the Fort Miles Artillery Park. Learn more about the different artillery pieces that helped protect the entrance of the Delaware Bay. Tours meet at the Orientation Building. For ages 7 and older with an adult. Limit 15. Please call 302-644-5007 to pre-register. FREE (with paid park entrance fee).
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10/28/2020 1:00:00 PM
10/28/2020 1:45:00 PM
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Artillery Park Walk
Join our historic interpreters for a walk of the Fort Miles Artillery Park. Learn more about the different artillery pieces that helped protect the entrance of the Delaware Bay. Tours meet at the Orientation Building. For ages 7 and older with an adult. Limit 15. Please call 302-644-5007 to pre-register.
FREE (with paid park entrance fee).
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Wednesday, October 28, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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10/28/2020 2:00:00 PM
10/28/2020 3:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Thursday, October 29, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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10/29/2020 11:00:00 AM
10/29/2020 12:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Thursday, October 29, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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10/29/2020 2:00:00 PM
10/29/2020 3:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Nature Jogging
Thursday, October 29, 2020
4:30 PM
Get some fresh air, exercise, and a new perspective on nature. Join a park interpreter as we take a 1.5 mile jog, followed by a 1.5 mile guided cool down walk back exploring nature. For ages 10 and up with an adult. Limit 10. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Free
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10/29/2020 4:30:00 PM
10/29/2020 5:30:00 PM
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Nature Jogging
Get some fresh air, exercise, and a new perspective on nature. Join a park interpreter as we take a 1.5 mile jog, followed by a 1.5 mile guided cool down walk back exploring nature. For ages 10 and up with an adult. Limit 10. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Free
Cape Henlopen State Park
Discover Battery 519
Friday, October 30, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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10/30/2020 11:00:00 AM
10/30/2020 12:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Friday, October 30, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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10/30/2020 2:00:00 PM
10/30/2020 3:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Hike by the Moon
Friday, October 30, 2020
6:30 PM
Hike the park as the sun sets and the moon rises to explore what animals come out and how and why they adapt to life at night and the full moon. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. For ages 7 and up with paying adult. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Limit10. $2 per person
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10/30/2020 6:30:00 PM
10/30/2020 7:30:00 PM
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Hike by the Moon
Hike the park as the sun sets and the moon rises to explore what animals come out and how and why they adapt to life at night and the full moon. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. For ages 7 and up with paying adult. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Limit10. $2 per person
Cape Henlopen State Park
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, October 31, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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10/31/2020 11:00:00 AM
10/31/2020 12:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, October 31, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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10/31/2020 2:00:00 PM
10/31/2020 3:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Friday, November 6, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/6/2020 11:00:00 AM
11/6/2020 12:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Friday, November 6, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/6/2020 2:00:00 PM
11/6/2020 3:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Reading the Beach
Saturday, November 7, 2020
9:00 AM
Ever wondered how the sandy beaches of Cape Henlopen came to be? Join us as we hike the beach and explore how water, wind, and weather shape our ever-changing coast! Wear comfortable footwear and dress for the weather. For ages 10 and up with a paying adult. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 15.$2 per person
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11/7/2020 9:00:00 AM
11/7/2020 10:00:00 AM
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Reading the Beach
Ever wondered how the sandy beaches of Cape Henlopen came to be? Join us as we hike the beach and explore how water, wind, and weather shape our ever-changing coast! Wear comfortable footwear and dress for the weather. For ages 10 and up with a paying adult. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 15.$2 per person
Cape Henlopen State Park
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, November 7, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/7/2020 11:00:00 AM
11/7/2020 12:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, November 7, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/7/2020 2:00:00 PM
11/7/2020 3:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Friday, November 13, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/13/2020 11:00:00 AM
11/13/2020 12:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Friday, November 13, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/13/2020 2:00:00 PM
11/13/2020 3:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Weathering Cape Henlopen
Saturday, November 14, 2020
9:00 AM
Observe the ways wildlife and plants survive the dynamic and intense fall weather at Cape Henlopen. Wear comfortable footwearand dress for the weather. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Pre-registrationrequired by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 12. $2 per person
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11/14/2020 9:00:00 AM
11/14/2020 10:00:00 AM
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Weathering Cape Henlopen
Observe the ways wildlife and plants survive the dynamic and intense fall weather at Cape Henlopen. Wear comfortable footwearand dress for the weather. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Pre-registrationrequired by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 12. $2 per person
Cape Henlopen State Park
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, November 14, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/14/2020 11:00:00 AM
11/14/2020 12:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, November 14, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/14/2020 2:00:00 PM
11/14/2020 3:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Fort Miles Lantern Tour
Saturday, November 14, 2020
5:30 PM
In 1943 World War II was in full swing, but it was much different than anticipated. Tour Battery 519 by lantern light and hear about U-boats on the prowl, sailors in distress and what World War II turned out to be for soldiers stationed at Fort Miles. Tours meet at the Orientation Building. For ages 10 and older with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/14/2020 5:30:00 PM
11/14/2020 6:30:00 PM
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Fort Miles Lantern Tour
In 1943 World War II was in full swing, but it was much different than anticipated. Tour Battery 519 by lantern light and hear about U-boats on the prowl, sailors in distress and what World War II turned out to be for soldiers stationed at Fort Miles. Tours meet at the Orientation Building. For ages 10 and older with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Meteors and Constellations: Star Gazing
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
6:00 PM
Take a“tour” of the night skies in search of constellations, meteor showers and other astronomical wonders as well as hearing some star legends. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Dress warmly. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 12.$ 2 per person
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11/17/2020 6:00:00 PM
11/17/2020 7:00:00 PM
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Meteors and Constellations: Star Gazing
Take a“tour” of the night skies in search of constellations, meteor showers and other astronomical wonders as well as hearing some star legends. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Dress warmly. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 12.$ 2 per person
Cape Henlopen State Park
Discover Battery 519
Friday, November 20, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/20/2020 11:00:00 AM
11/20/2020 12:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Friday, November 20, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/20/2020 2:00:00 PM
11/20/2020 3:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, November 21, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/21/2020 11:00:00 AM
11/21/2020 12:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, November 21, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/21/2020 2:00:00 PM
11/21/2020 3:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Friday, November 27, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/27/2020 11:00:00 AM
11/27/2020 12:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Friday, November 27, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/27/2020 2:00:00 PM
11/27/2020 3:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Cranberry Bog Hike
Saturday, November 28, 2020
9:00 AM
Explorethe pinelands trail and search for cranberries, wildlife and other natural wonders that the early colonists might have seen themselves. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. For ages 5 and up witha paying adult. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 10. $2 per person
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11/28/2020 9:00:00 AM
11/28/2020 10:00:00 AM
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Cranberry Bog Hike
Explorethe pinelands trail and search for cranberries, wildlife and other natural wonders that the early colonists might have seen themselves. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. For ages 5 and up witha paying adult. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 10. $2 per person
Cape Henlopen State Park
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, November 28, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/28/2020 11:00:00 AM
11/28/2020 12:00:00 PM
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Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, November 28, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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11/28/2020 2:00:00 PM
11/28/2020 3:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Friday, December 4, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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12/4/2020 11:00:00 AM
12/4/2020 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Friday, December 4, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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12/4/2020 2:00:00 PM
12/4/2020 3:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Back to the Point Hike
Saturday, December 5, 2020
9:00 AM
Missed our earlier Point hike or just curious to see how this dynamic habitat changes after fall storms? Then join us for this guided 2-mile hike of Cape Henlopen’s Point. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 15. $2 per person
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12/5/2020 9:00:00 AM
12/5/2020 10:00:00 AM
America/New_York
Back to the Point Hike
Missed our earlier Point hike or just curious to see how this dynamic habitat changes after fall storms? Then join us for this guided 2-mile hike of Cape Henlopen’s Point. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 15. $2 per person
Cape Henlopen State Park
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, December 5, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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12/5/2020 11:00:00 AM
12/5/2020 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, December 5, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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12/5/2020 2:00:00 PM
12/5/2020 3:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Friday, December 11, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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12/11/2020 11:00:00 AM
12/11/2020 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Friday, December 11, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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12/11/2020 2:00:00 PM
12/11/2020 3:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, December 12, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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12/12/2020 11:00:00 AM
12/12/2020 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, December 12, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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12/12/2020 2:00:00 PM
12/12/2020 3:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Fort Miles Lantern Tour
Saturday, December 12, 2020
5:30 PM
In 1943 World War II was in full swing, but it was much different than anticipated. Tour Battery 519 by lantern light and hear about U-boats on the prowl, sailors in distress and what World War II turned out to be for soldiers stationed at Fort Miles. Tours meet at the Orientation Building. For ages 10 and older with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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12/12/2020 5:30:00 PM
12/12/2020 6:30:00 PM
America/New_York
Fort Miles Lantern Tour
In 1943 World War II was in full swing, but it was much different than anticipated. Tour Battery 519 by lantern light and hear about U-boats on the prowl, sailors in distress and what World War II turned out to be for soldiers stationed at Fort Miles. Tours meet at the Orientation Building. For ages 10 and older with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Meteors and Constellations: Star Gazing
Monday, December 14, 2020
6:00 PM
Take a“tour” of the night skies in search of constellations, meteor showers and other astronomical wonders as well as hearing some star legends. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Dress warmly. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 12. $2 per person
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12/14/2020 6:00:00 PM
12/14/2020 7:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Meteors and Constellations: Star Gazing
Take a“tour” of the night skies in search of constellations, meteor showers and other astronomical wonders as well as hearing some star legends. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Dress warmly. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 12. $2 per person
Cape Henlopen State Park
Discover Battery 519
Friday, December 18, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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12/18/2020 11:00:00 AM
12/18/2020 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Friday, December 18, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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12/18/2020 2:00:00 PM
12/18/2020 3:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Holly-day Hike
Saturday, December 19, 2020
9:00 AM
Explore the park for holly, mistletoe and pines and discover what the local wildlife does around the holiday season. Dress to go outside. For ages 5 and up with a paying adult. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 10. $2 per person
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12/19/2020 9:00:00 AM
12/19/2020 10:00:00 AM
America/New_York
Holly-day Hike
Explore the park for holly, mistletoe and pines and discover what the local wildlife does around the holiday season. Dress to go outside. For ages 5 and up with a paying adult. Pre-registration required by calling 302-645-6852. Limit 10. $2 per person
Cape Henlopen State Park
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, December 19, 2020
11:00 AM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
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12/19/2020 11:00:00 AM
12/19/2020 12:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Discover Battery 519
Saturday, December 19, 2020
2:00 PM
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Add to Calendar
12/19/2020 2:00:00 PM
12/19/2020 3:00:00 PM
America/New_York
Discover Battery 519
Construction on Battery 519 began in 1941 under the threat of war. Tour the battery to discover what the threats were and how Fort Miles planned to defend the United States from them. For ages 7 and up with a paying adult. Limit 15. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-644-5007. $5 per person
Fort Miles
Map and Directions
15099 Cape Henlopen Drive
Lewes, DE 19958
(302) 645-8983
Email
Hours and Info
Park Hours
Open daily from 8 a.m. until sunset
*
Park Office Hours
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April through October
Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., 7 days a week - November through March
Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
* Sunset time in Lewes, DE (EST) by Time.is
Seaside Nature Center
- Current Hours during COVID-19 pandemic
Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
Swimming Beach is Guarded
- June 15 – Labor Day
9 a.m – 5 p.m. daily
Entrance Fees
In-state: $5 Daily
Out-of-state: $10 Daily
Maps + Downloads
- Cape Henlopen State Park Map
- Cape Henlopen Campground Map
- Beach Plum Island Map
- Gordons Pond, J&B and Wolfe Neck Trail Map
- Regional Loop Map
- Program Guide
- Disc Golf Scorecard and Map
- Pets in the Park Brochure
- Surf Fishing Brochure (includes maps)
- Birding Checklist
Love This Park?
- Join The Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park
- Become a Cape Henlopen State Park Volunteer
- Make an Online Donation to Cape Henlopen State Park
Activities
- Beach Weddings/Special Events
- Biking
- Camping
- Canoeing + Kayaking
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Disc Golf
- Fishing
- Geocaching
- Hiking
- Nature/Cultural/Historical Programs
- Picnicking
- School Group Programs + REECH Program
- Sledding
- Swimming
- Summer Camps
- Volunteering
Amenities
- Bait and Tackle Store
- Bathhouse
- Beaches
- Canoe/Kayak/SUP Rentals*
- Basketball Court
- Borrow-A-Bike Program
- Camp Store
- Campground: Camping Cabins
- Campground: Tent + RV sites
- Campground Laundry Facilities
- Day Use Areas
- Day Use Group Facilities
- Disc Golf Course
- Drinking Water
- Dump Station
- Fishing Pier
- Food/Refreshment Concession Stand*
- Fort Miles Historic Site
- Guarded Swimming Area with Bathhouse*
- Hiking/Biking/Equestrian Trails
- Seaside Nature Center + Gift Shop
- Observation Tower
- Osprey Cam
- Pet Areas
- Playground
- Picnic Tables + Pavilions
- Primitive Youth Group Camping
- Recycling Center
- Restrooms
- Scenic Overlook
- Showers
- Surf Fishing (Off-Road) Areas (permit required)
- Umbrella Rentals*
- Wedding/Special Event Venue
- Wheelchair-Accessible Beach Area
*Summer only
