
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; however, 24-hour notice will ensure that the chair is reserved for use.
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)
Learn about yourself. Learn about the environment. Learn how a job can be so much more!
Serving on a team in the Delaware Conservation Corps will help you grow as a person, develop skills you never knew you had and help turn your summer job into a great outdoor adventure! The Delaware State Parks Youth Conservation Corps (DSPYCC) program provides high quality summer jobs and environmental opportunities for young people aged 16-21 (select teams 14-16) for members and 20-26 for leaders. Corps members conduct meaningful environmentally and park focused activities as a means of achieving personal growth. Through your service, you will gain skills, confidence, and see first-hand the benefit your hard work makes in providing a lasting benefit for public lands and communities. The DSPYCC is committed to engaging young people in important conservation and park projects while providing learning that fosters teamwork, self-esteem, social responsibility and respect for the environment.
Core components include:
These are environmentally focused, outdoor summer jobs, not a summer camp experience; Corps members should expect to work hard, get dirty, and make a difference.
YCC Corps Members Build:
As a core component of the program, all Corps members will participate in on-going and regular environmental education and awareness programs and training to learn together and experience outdoor opportunities.
Opportunities include:
New Castle, Kent and Sussex County Parks
These 12 positions, six positions on a New Castle County team and six on a Kent/Sussex County team, are summer youth employment positions for young people aged 17 – 21 years of age with the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, Division of Parks and Recreation. The members work as part of a team conducting park projects that impact visitor experience and conservation and trail projects throughout state parks in the teams region. All positions are seasonal positions working 28 hours per week June 24 – August 16, 2019.
The mission of the Delaware State Parks YCC is to engage youth in important conservation and park projects while providing learning that fosters teamwork, self-esteem, social responsibility and respect for the environment.
YCC Core components include:
Consideration will also be given to students who are unable to adhere to these dates as a result of snow days and school schedule in June.
Please see for more information about Youth Conservation Corps
Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all position in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
Kent County – Home Base: Killens Pond State Park
Sussex County – Home Base: Trap Pond or Cape Henlopen State Park
These twelve positions in Kent County and five in Sussex County are summer youth employment positions for young people aged 14-16 years of age with the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, Division of Parks and Recreation. The members work as part of a team on various outdoor projects at partner sites within the community. Members spend 50% of their time learning from professionals in various environmental conservation and stewardship areas. All positions are seasonal positions working 28 hours per week June 24 – August 16, 2019.
The mission of the Delaware State Parks YCC is to engage youth in important conservation and park projects while providing learning that fosters teamwork, self-esteem, social responsibility and respect for the environment. YCC Core components include:
Please see Youth Conservation Corps for more information.
Consideration will also be given to students who are unable to adhere to these dates as a result of snow days and school schedule in June.
Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all position in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
VARIED – Positions available in parks in all three counties
Multiple positions are available statewide. Summer youth employment positions for young people aged 16-21 years of age with the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, Division of Parks and Recreation. The members work as part of the staff at the park in which they’ve been placed, filling vital staffing roles in visitor service and/or grounds maintenance. All positions are seasonal positions working 28 hours per week June 24, 2019 – August 16, 2019.
The mission of the Delaware State Parks YCC is to engage youth in important conservation and park projects while providing learning that fosters teamwork, self-esteem, social responsibility and respect for the environment.
YCC Core components include:
Please see Youth Conservation Corps for more information.
Consideration will also be given to students who are unable to adhere to these dates as a result of snow days and school schedule in June.
Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all position in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
PRK Team North, PRK Team South, Green Jobs Kent, Green Jobs Sussex
Every team needs a dedicated, positive, dependable leader. Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) Team Leaders lead a team of YCC members conducting conservation and trail projects throughout state parks within the team’s region. Leaders will coordinate activities with YCC Program Manager and work alongside professional staff of Conservation Technicians, Field Biologists and Environmental Stewardship team members. Each leader will be responsible for on-site coordination of field projects, transporting their team to various worksites, motivating team members, and taking advantage of “teachable moments”! Those selected will complete a two week training with Delaware State Parks’ professional staff including First Aid/CPR, Worksite Hazards and Safety, Becoming an Effective Leader, Positive Behavior Management, and Field Training in invasive species identification and removal.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1 New Castle Region, 1 Kent region, 1 Sussex Region
Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) Internship is a leadership position delivering core environmental education curriculum to all YCC members. This position is one of three, statewide, and will travel to different sites within the designated region to deliver weekly environmental education and awareness presentations and activities. This position will require implementation of a curriculum, design of weekly educational programs, and weekly reporting of outcomes. Interns will coordinate educational programs and presentations with YCC Program Manager and work alongside the other YCC team leaders to ensure a comprehensive educational experience for all members. This position will travel to deliver education programs to YCC members weekly and will be asked to assist in transportation of members to and from education days. Time not spent in the delivery of education programs will be spent planning, coordinating, and preparing for the next week's program. In addition, the person in the position will visit MAVS unit members within their region, take regular photos, and assist in any program related work and activities as need. Regular reporting of outcomes and regular communication and coordination with YCC Program Manager required.