Cape Henlopen State Park

Tent camped for four nights at the end of September. Ocean was still warm. We saw dolphins and lots of Osprey. The hawk watch folks were out monitoring for migrating birds. Cape Henlopen has an unusual ecosystem. Trails take you through sandy vernal pools that have cranberries, low and tall blueberries, bayberry, sassafras, and pine trees. We enjoyed hiking through this forest. We also loved the roughly 16 mile bike loop through Gordon's pond and nearby developments. Also enjoyed riding bikes into town for dinner or ice-cream. Don't forget to visit Fort Miles, climb the WWII tower, and visit the north beach access which offers both the bay and ocean beaches.

Cape Henlopen State Park was such a relaxing place to visit. I loved how it offers a mix of wide beaches, gentle dunes, and calm coastal views. Walking along the shoreline with the ocean on one side and dunes on the other felt peaceful and refreshing. What really stood out to me was the variety. I spent time exploring the beach, biking the paved trails, and checking out the historic bunkers, which added a unique touch to the visit. Even on a nice day, the park felt spacious and never too crowded. If you’re looking for a coastal park that’s easy to explore and full of natural beauty, Cape Henlopen is a great choice. It’s laid-back, scenic, and perfect for slowing down and enjoying the coast.

Came here with my wife during our 1-year anniversary trip 😊 Our entry wasn't the greatest, we didn't have any cash and the ranger seemed disappointed by this. She told us that we could go to the kiosk and it'd take "A minute and a half." No it doesn't 😂 Does she really think someone my age carries cash? 😂 But after that everything was cool! The observation tower you can climb up is neat and gives you a great view of the surrounding area. And just seeing the guns up close is crazy, they're so big! The beaches are nice too, though some of the sand was a little squishy for our tastes. And its a great spot to go birding if you're into that! We saw hundreds of birds here! Definitely worth a stop if you're visiting Delaware regardless of hobbies 👍🏻

This is a campground for RVs and tents. They also have cabins available. They have a huge hike and bike trail. Beautiful. This is a WWII historical place that once was a military base. 🇺🇸 1.5 miles from the Atlantic Ocean.

This a wonderful park! I want to highlight especially the Bike Barn where you can loan adult and kid bikes and helmets for free (donations appreciated!) and the staff is kind, friendly and eager help. The loop is 3 miles which you can easily bike with just a few moderate/gentle hills. A short walk from the Bike Barn is a fantastic playground which is partially shaded, with benches and picnic tables in the shade as well- a gift for parents with young kids. We can’t wait to come back! Oh and they have a water station where you can refill your water bottles!