
In order to make our beaches accessible to all visitors, Delaware State Parks offers beach wheelchairs which are available from 8:00 a.m. until sunset, all year. Wheelchairs are available at no charge, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Park office hours are:
April 1 through October 31, daily, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
November 1 through March 31, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Lifeguards are available to assist at guarded beaches from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Mobi-Mats are available at the Cape Henlopen Main Beach area. Mobi-Mats enable persons using a standard wheelchair to have access to the beach. During storms, extremely high tides may require that the mats be removed until the tides return to normal levels.
Persons requiring a beach wheelchair for more than one day may be interested in renting one from Grand Central Rental to ensure availability throughout their stay. Call (302)227-7328 regarding rental prices and policies.
Must be 18 with a valid ID to rent a boat.
Anyone 12 and under must be accompanied in their boat by someone 18 or older.
Half-Hourly Rate | Hourly Rate | Daily Rate | |
---|---|---|---|
Canoe | N/A | $8 | $40 |
Pedal Boat | $6 | $10 | $50 |
Single Kayak | N/A | $9 | $45 |
Tandem Kayak | N/A | $11 | $55 |
Paddle Board* | N/A | $8 Trap Pond/$15 Lums Pond | N/A |
Pontoon Boat**, Adults | N/A | $6/person, per ride | N/A |
Pontoon Boat**, 12 and under | N/A | $3/person, Per ride | N/A |
*Available at Trap Pond and Lums Pond
**Only available at Trap Pond
IMPORTANT NOTE: Only Dogs are permitted in designated “Dog Friendly” cabins and cottages. Any reference in the Policy to a pet staying in a cottage or cabin specifically refers to dogs only.
Dogs in Waterfront Cottages and Killens Cabins: NEW
Waterfront Cottages 11 and 12 and Killens Pond Cabin #10 shall be designated as dog friendly. Occupants of dog-friendly cottages and Killens cabin who do not have a dog shall be advised upon making the reservation of the unit’s dog friendly designation.
The following pet restrictions shall apply to all areas of the park in accordance with Division of Parks and Recreation Rules and Regulations:
Please call (302) 739-9220 for more information about bringing your pet to a state park.
Horses and riders are permitted on designated roadways, trails and beaches on lands administered by the Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation.
Delaware Seashore State Park -- Towers Ocean
January 1- February 28
Park office hours are:
Trailers and tow vehicles must park in the Towers Ocean parking lot. The maintenance vehicle crossing located at the southern end of the parking lot is designated for equestrian access to the beach. Designated beach for equestrian use runs from the crossing, south to within 200 yards of the Indian River Inlet. A sign at the toe of the primary dune will designate this southern boundary. (4.6 miles)
Delaware Seashore State Park -- Keybox Road
Daily: March 1– April 30; Labor Day - December 31
Weekdays only: May 1 – Labor Day
Trailers and tow vehicles must park in the Keybox Road parking lot. The surf fishing vehicle crossing is designated for equestrian access to the beach. The designated beach for equestrian use runs from the crossing, south to within 200 yards of the Indian River Inlet. A sign at the toe of the primary dune will designate this southern boundary. (3.4 miles)
Cape Henlopen State Park
November 1 – April 30
Horseback riding is permitted on the beach only. Trailers and tow vehicles must park in either the Gordons Pond Parking lot or the Point Comfort Station Parking lot. At Gordons Pond, the surffishing vehicle crossing is designated for equestrian access to the beach. At the Point Comfort Station lot, a dune crossing is marked and designated for equestrian access to the beach. Designated beach for equestrian use runs from the oceanside of the Point of the Cape south to the Gordons Pond surffishing vehicle crossing. (4.6 miles)
Fenwick Island State Park
November 1 – April 30
Trailers and tow vehicles must park in the bathhouse parking located north of Fenwick Island. The maintenance vehicle crossing located at the southern parking area is designated for equestrian access to the beach. Designated beach for equestrian use runs from the crossing north to the park boundary near South Bethany Beach. (2.6 miles)
Delaware State Parks has been evaluating which of our parks are able to offer camps this summer amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, based on evaluation of facilities, including bathrooms, available staff and camper interest, summer camps at the following locations have been canceled:
Selected camps at the following sites will run, but may have limited hours, registration and activities:
Registered participants will be contacted and informed of changes. Full refunds will be offered upon request.
To register, download a registration packet and complete the form. The registration form must be completely filled out and payment received to register your camper.
Registration is accepted by fax or email with full payment at the time of registration. Your child will not be registered until payment has been received.
After care is available Monday- Friday, 3:30-5:30 p.m., $10 per day or $35 for the week.
Payment can be done over the phone (preferred), in person, or mailed in.
Blue Ball Barn
Alapocas Run State Park
1914 W. Park Drive
Wilmington, DE 19803
(302)577-1164
Download the PDF registration form
and email it to: DNREC_WilmingtonProg@delaware.gov
Credit card preferred. In person at at the Blue Ball Barn, or call (302) 577-1164 for phone payment. Make checks out to Alapocas Run State Park.
Cancellations and/or requests to reschedule must be received 30 days before the start of camp and will be subject to a $30 administrative fee. There will be no refunds or rescheduling within 30 days of the start of camp. Please refer to the registration packet for other information and policies.
To register, download a registration packet and complete the form. The registration form must be completely filled out and payment received to register your camper.
Registration is accepted by mail, fax, email or in person with full payment at the time of registration. Your child will not be registered until payment has been received. Mail or walk-in registration is at the park office. Check, cash, Visa, MasterCard and Discover accepted for payment. Payment may be made in person, by mail or by telephone with credit card.
Before care and after care are available for all full-day camps unless otherwise noted. Before care begins at 7:30 a.m. and after care runs through 5:30 p.m. The cost is $30 per week each or $60 for both. If you need care before 8:45 a.m., you must register for before care. Fees are charged for late pick-up.
A limited amount of scholarship funds are available for full-day camps through a contribution from the Friends of Bellevue State Park. For information on how to apply, call (302) 761-6963.
Cancellations and requests to reschedule must be received no fewer than 30 days before camp begins and will be subject to an administrative fee. There will be no refunds or rescheduling within 30 days of the start of camp.
Questions: Camps@BrandywineZoo.org or (302) 571-7850
Register for camps on the Zoo's website
Summer Camp Registration begins: January 2020
Full-Day Camp Time:
9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Drop-off from 8:30a.m. to 8:59 a.m. Pick-up from 3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Aftercare:
p>Aftercare is available from 4 p.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday.Aftercare Fee: $60/week or $15/day
Mini Day Camp Time:
9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m
Drop-off from 8:30 a.m. to 8:59 a.m. Pick-up from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
All campers must be completely toilet-trained to attend. This means that campers must be able to use the restroom on their own, requiring no assistance. All campers are required to bring a packed snack to camp each day.
Aftercare: Aftercare for Mini Day Camp is available from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. only, Monday through Friday. Campers will need to have a packed lunch if registered for Aftercare and will join other campers for a 12 p.m. lunch.
Aftercare Fee: $60/week or $15/day
Payment is due in full at time of registration for Zoo Camp. A $25 processing fee will be charged for all cancellations up to April 30th; ½ refund for cancellations after May 1; no refunds after June 1.
Holiday Camp Time: 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Drop-off from 8:30 a.m. to 8:59 a.m. Pick-up from 3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Aftercare: Aftercare may be available for select camps from 4 p.m.-5 p.m.
Aftercare Fee: $15/day
Payment is due in full at time of registration for Zoo Camp. There will be no refunds for those that cancel within 14 days of Holiday or Spring Camp dates. Those who wish to cancel their registration 15 days or more from the Holiday/Spring Camp dates may receive a Zoo Camp credit. Any Zoo Camp credits given must be used within 365 days or less of the cancellation date.
Payments can be made online or by check (with completed registration packet).
Payment is due in full at time of registration for Zoo Camp. There will be no refunds for those that cancel within 14 days of Holiday or Spring Camp dates. Those who wish to cancel their registration 15 days or more from the Holiday/Spring Camp dates may receive a Zoo Camp credit. Any Zoo Camp credits given must be used within 365 days or less of the cancellation date.
To register, download a registration packet and complete the form. The registration form must be completely filled out and payment received to register your camper.
Registration is accepted by mail, fax, email or in person with full payment at the time of registration. Payment can be made in person, mailed, or over the phone with credit card. 100% of payment is due at time of registration.
Cancellations and requests to reschedule must be received in writing no fewer than 30 days before camp begins and will be subject to an administrative fee. There will be no refunds or rescheduling within 30 days of the start of camp.
Do you like working with younger kids and being outside in the summer? Do you need service hours for school or youth group? Be a CIT at Lums Pond State Park Summer Camps. You must be at least 14 years old and be available to attend our orientation. There is a registration fee that includes a t-shirt. Call or email for more information. Application deadline is April 1; must be available to attend mandatory training in May.
To register, download a registration packet and complete the form. The registration form must be completely filled out and payment received (credit card preferred) to register your camper.
Email it to: Deborah.Davies@delaware.gov
or
FAX it to (302) 368-6901
Before care available 8 am to 9 am Monday through Friday for an additional $35 per week or $10 per day.
Like working with younger kids and being outside in the summer? Need service hours for school or youth group? Be a CIT at White Clay Creek State Park Summer Camp. You must be at least 14, and be available to attend our orientation on Tuesday, June 9. There is a $35 registration fee that includes a camp T-shirt. Call (302) 368-6560 for more information, or to schedule an interview.
Cancellations and requests to reschedule must be received no fewer than 30 days before camp begins and will be subject to an administrative fee. There will be no refunds or rescheduling within 30 days of the start of camp.