There is a fee to enter the park. When we went it was $5 for a day pass for in-state guests, and $10 for out-out-state. How rude!
We've spent a lot of time here, traveling from Pennsylvania, both as a day trip and weekend trips. It's a great place to explore and enjoy nature that is something different from the usual "shore" things to do like Ocean City and Dewey/Rehoboth/Bethany Beaches.
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A Guitar Pic Rock! |
Some of the main attractions and activities at Cape Henlopen State Park include:
Beaches: The park features miles of sandy beaches, which are popular for sunbathing, swimming, and surf fishing. The main beach area has a designated swimming zone with lifeguards on duty during the summer months.
Hiking and Biking: Cape Henlopen offers several trails for hiking and biking, including the 3.2-mile Bike Loop, the 2.6-mile Walking Dunes Trail, and the 6-mile Gordons Pond Trail. These trails provide opportunities to explore the park's diverse habitats, such as maritime forests, sand dunes, and salt marshes.
Fishing: The park is an excellent location for both saltwater and freshwater fishing, with opportunities to catch a variety of species. A popular spot for anglers is the 1,500-foot-long fishing pier, which is open year-round.
Wildlife Viewing: Cape Henlopen is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including migratory birds, white-tailed deer, and horseshoe crabs. The park also has an osprey cam, which allows visitors to observe a nesting pair of ospreys from March through August.
Fort Miles: The park has a rich military history and features Fort Miles, a World War II coastal defense site. Visitors can explore the fort's museum, observation towers, and underground bunkers.
Camping: Cape Henlopen State Park offers a campground with over 150 sites, some with electric hookups and others for tents only. Amenities include restrooms, showers, and a camp store.
Nature Center: The park's nature center offers interactive exhibits, programs, and guided walks to help visitors learn about the park's unique ecosystems and wildlife
Herring Point
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Beautiful Rocks and sea at Herring Point at Cape Henlopen State Park |
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A higher view of the beach and rocks of Herring Point The Point and Cape Henlopen Beach |
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Very interesting waterways separate from the ocean |
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The shipwreck remains before you are from an unknown 19th-century vessel! |
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Lighthouse in the distance! |
Gordons Pond Trail
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On the Gordon's Pond Trail at Cape Henlopen State Park. Such a cool landscape! Gordons Pond trail is roughly 6.5 miles out and back. |
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Gordons Pond Trail Marshes |
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Eastern Prickly Pear cactus growing on the Gordons Pond trail! |
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A Little Hidden Alcove on the Gordons Pond Trail |
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