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Cape Henlopen State Park

15099 Cape Henlopen Dr., Lewes, Delaware 19958 USA

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“Nature's playground by the sea”

Explore miles of pristine beaches, dunes, and tidal marshes, teeming with wildlife and natural beauty. Swim in the refreshing waves, hike along scenic trails, and marvel at the breathtaking vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. Spot dolphins, seals, and migratory birds, and learn about the park's unique ecosystems and rich history. Relax, unwind, and immerse yourself in the serenity and splendor of nature's playground by the sea!

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Reviewed by
AriaBillings

  • 3 Reviews
  • 4 Helpful
June 11, 2019
Rated 5.0

Cape Henlopen is a fantastic state park with tons of shoreline, surfing, kayaking, hiking and biking trails, and a campground. We stayed here at the campground, and even though it was very busy (no vacancies!) it was still reasonably quiet and very well kept up. The beach is FANTASTIC- perfect for swimming on a hot day. The sand is white(ish) and soft, and you don’t have to worry about rocks, although because of the blue crabs you may still want to wear water shoes. They have a camp store, bait and tackle shop, fishing pier, large parking areas, and even a kayak/paddle board tour company on site that’ll take you out to see bottlenose dolphins in the Atlantic!

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Reviewed by
Lesli Peterson

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March 14, 2022
Rated 5.0

The park’s fire and lookout towers are one of its highlights, along with the charming Harbor of Refuge Lighthouse. The lighthouse sits right off the coast, and while boat tours run intermittently, you can also take in the view from the park.

Short trails run through coastal forest, while the beach itself offers swimming, a fishing pier, and water sports. If you find that you want to spend more time at the park, a state-run campground has campsites available seasonally.

We think a visit here is one of the best things to do in Delaware!

1 person found this review helpful

Reviewed by
meganasimmons

  • 46 Reviews
  • 4 Helpful
October 17, 2021
Rated 3.0

Not impressive, smelled really fishy. Only stayed for an hour or so.

1 person found this review helpful

Reviewed by
Nancy Sewell

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September 01, 2016

Camping $30-$125 depending on season and amenities

http://destateparks.com/camping/cape-henlopen/index.asp

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Reviewed by
Thaddeus Taylor

  • 4 Reviews
  • 1 Helpful
November 02, 2022
Rated 5.0

Park shares site with Fort Miles, so the area has diverse curiosities. The beach is a bit of a walk from the campground, but there are paved trails.

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Cape Henlopen State Park

15099 Cape Henlopen Dr.
Lewes, Delaware
19958 USA
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Open now until 7:00 pm
  • Sun - Sat: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

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