Delaware State Parks

From hiking to biking, paddle boats to rock climbing, all-inclusive playgrounds to zoos, Delaware State Parks offer fun for the whole family.

Since 1951, Delaware State Parks have grown to include seventeen parks, five campgrounds, 150+ miles of trails, historic sites, a zoo, and much more.

	DE Resident	Non-Resident
Daily Entrance INLAND	$4.00	$8.00
Ocean Parks	$5.00	10.00

Annual Pass Delaware	$35.00	$70.00
Senior Pass (62+)	$18.00	$35.00

Active Duty Non-Resident Military Pass (Stationed in DE)	$35.00
Delaware Military Pass	$17.50

Hiking/Biking Trails: 1.1 miles
Stroller-Friendly: Yes
Features: historic properties, Auburn Heights Mansion, Marshall Steam Museum, miniature railroad and steam car rides
Programs: nature programs, school groups

Hiking/Biking Trails: 0.7 woodland trail, Northern Delaware Greenway
Stroller-Friendly: Yes
Playground: All-abilities, accessible Can-Do Boundless Playground
Rentals: pavilion, private parties
Features: athletic fields, Blue Ball Barn (Folk Art Collection - Milking Parlor: Historical Exhibit and Kids Play Space), club/league sports, rock climbing and rappelling, summer concerts and storybook trail

Hiking/Biking Trails: Trails through 28 acres of a wooded nature preserve
Stroller-Friendly: 1 1/8 mile gravel track
Playground: Two playgrounds, shaded
Water Access: Fishing
Rentals: pavilion, Figure 8 barn, and mansion
Sports: tennis courts, horseback riding, bike rentals, tennis courts, volleyball, disc golf, geocaching, horseshoes
Features: Arboretum, arts center, concerts, garden plot rentals
Programs: Interpretive, Nature & School Groups

Hiking/Biking Trails: 17 miles
Playground: Yes
Water Access: Fishing, Boat Launch and Rentals
Rentals: Pavilions, Kayaks, Canoes, & Paddleboards, Athletic Fields
Features: Horseshoes, Hunting, Horseback Riding, Geocaching, Basketball Courts, Go Ape Climbing Course, Volleyball, Birding, Camping, and Nature Center.

Wilmington State Parks

25+ Family-Friendly Hiking Spots Around Wilmington

Kent County Parks (Central DE)

Sussex County Parks (Southern DE)

Passport Program

Park Programs
Passport Programs: Love to travel? Earn stamps in your State Park Passport by attending events or visiting historical museums, parks, attractions, and nature preserves!

Trading Card Series

Before you head home, stop by the park office, and grab your free trading card. This series features 17 parks throughout the state.

Where to Find Cards:

Main Locations: Available at park offices. Find a park near you.
Special Picks: Some parks without offices have their cards stashed at nearby locations. For parks without an office, find cards at these locations:
- Delaware Seashore, Holts Landing & Fenwick Island available at Indian River Life Saving Station Museum
- Fox Point available at Bellevue State Park
- Fort DuPont available at Fort Delaware
- First State Heritage Park available at The Bell House

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