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Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes

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#1 of 20 in Nature in Delaware

With a 24-hour fishing pier and nearby campgrounds, Cape Henlopen State Park attracts seaside nature enthusiasts. The rest of the park has set hours, morning to sunset, for activities like playing disc golf, horseback riding, kayaking, and swimming. Head to the northern beach, which features a modern bathhouse with showers, changing rooms, and a snack bar. You can also explore the park on one of the many bicycle and walking paths. If you'd like to get up close to local fish and learn more about the park's habitats, stop by the Seaside Nature Center. Entrance to the park is free in the off-season, and a fee is charged per vehicle during the peak summer months. Plan to see Cape Henlopen State Park and other attractions that appeal to you using our Lewes trip itinerary planner .

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By IslandGirlTraveler On July 2, 2018

Love this place. It's so clean and family friendly. Much better than Lewes public beach. It's worth paying the $10 for the day, as you can come and go and use it other state parks as well. It's $5 for... more »
By Rachel L On July 2, 2018

This park offers so many activities - hiking, camping, the beach, fishing, biking, etc. The scenery is stunning and there are historical structures to see as well. It is not to be missed if you are in... more »
By Kelly B On July 1, 2018

This is a large park with lots to do! We began by borrowing bikes from the Nature Center at 9:00. These are complimentary for 2 hours. I thought we should arrive as soon as it opened, but they had man... more »

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