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Fort Delaware State Park

2540 Colter RoadDelaware City, DE 19706
Phone: (302) 834-7941Website: Visit Website



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Ferry Ride | Birdwatching | Civil War Reenactment | Unique Landscape | Ghost Tours | Wheelchair Accessible | Trails | Picnic Areas




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About Fort Delaware

On an island in the middle of the Delaware River, Fort Delaware stands tall as a bastion of U.S. military defense and a reminder of the great sacrifices made during wartime in America. Once a camp for Confederate POWs during the Civil War, Fort Delaware has been maintained and restored to tell the stories of those who served at the fort. 

Pea Patch Island is also home to important migratory bird habitat along its marshy shores and draws thousands of people annually to see unique species. Pea Patch Island is only accessible by ferry. The ticket office and ferry dock is located at 45 Clinton Street in Delaware City. 

2026 Season Schedule
  • Saturday, Sunday & Holidays only: April 25 - June 7
  • Wednesday - Sunday & Holidays: June 10 - September 7
  • Saturday & Sunday only: September 12 -September 27 
  • Holidays: Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, and Labor Day
  • Ticket Office Hours: 8:30am-4pm
  • Buy your tickets in advance by calling 1-877-987-2757 or online
  • Last ferry tickets are sold at 2:50 pm.
  • Kids 16 & under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Prices: Adult: $15 |  Military & Seniors: $14 |  Children - 2 - 12 years: $8 | Under 2: free


Fort Delaware
 

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