The 5 Best Places to Camp in Delaware this Summer

With 28 miles of coastline on the Atlantic Ocean, you can imagine there are some amazing places to go camping in Delaware. Whether you want a beachside campground or access to excellent fishing, here are the 5 best places to camp in Delaware this summer.

1) Delaware Seashore State Park

This popular state park has 6 miles of ocean beach and 20 miles on the bay, and it is also where the Indian River flows into the ocean. There are two beaches perfect for swimming, surfing and sand castle building. This also offers anglers lots of choices from fishing along the banks of the Indian River for flounder or surf fishing in the Atlantic for sea trout, blowfish, bluefish, kingfish, sharks, and skates. The Indian River Marina offers charter boats if you prefer to do a little deep sea fishing for marlin or swordfish.

There are two campgrounds at Delaware Seashore, one on the north shore of the Indian River and one on the south shore. Various campsites are available, from large RV sites with full hookups to tent-only sites. There is also one cottage available for rent. The campground has all the amenities you need with restrooms, showers, laundry, 2 restaurants, and a camp store. Definitely one of the best places to camp in Delaware this summer!

2) Killens Pond State Park

Right in the state’s center is Killens Pond, a 66-acre pond surrounded by miles of hiking and biking trails. The highlight of the park for kids is the large waterpark! There is a nature center, boat rentals, and the loop trail where you might see woodpeckers, barred owls, or a water snake. Fishing in the pond is also popular with an abundance of crappie, bass, catfish, and sunfish. Maybe you can fry your catch at your campfire when you stay at the campground.

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The campground has sites for RVs and tents with a separate walk-in tent camping area. Family cabins are available for rent, and the deluxe cabins overlook the pond! There is a camp store on-site and your standard restrooms, showers, and playground.

3) Wilmington, the Riverfront: Lums Pond State Park

If you want to visit all the sights of downtown Wilmington and the Riverfront, but you also want to spend the night under the stars, then Lums Pond State Park is the place to stay. The park and campground are only 18 miles SW of downtown Wilmington. Spend the day exploring the Nemours Mansion and Garden, Delaware Art Museum, or the small Brandywine zoo, where they have red pandas, ring-tailed lemurs, and Toco Toucans. The zoo also has twin Nigerian Dwarf Goats named Monterey Jack and Colby Jack! Then head to the Riverfront to enjoy a delicious dinner at one of the riverfront restaurants.

After a day in the town, you can settle into your campsite at Lums Pond State Park. The campground is located on the largest freshwater pond in Delaware, with 17 miles of hiking trails surrounding it. There are 63 RV sites, 10 tent-only sites, and 1 yurt. Bring your dog because one of the highlights is the off-leash dog park, where your dog can run free on the trials and swim in the pond!

4) Cape Henlopen State Park: near Rehoboth Beach

Hike to “The Point,” where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic. Here you can look for seals, dolphins, and a variety of shorebirds. Cape Henlopen State Park is 8 miles north of Rehoboth Beach, famous for the Rehoboth Boardwalk and Funland amusement park right on the ocean. It is worth spending time at the Rehoboth Beach area and Cape Henlopen Park.

The campground is located right on the Atlantic, so there is ocean swimming, fishing off the pier, and sea kayaking. You can choose from RV sites, tent sites, or cabins and enjoy the new picnic tables and fire rings. There is a camp store on site, food concessions, and non-motorized boat rentals. History enthusiasts will love seeing the WWII towers that still stand and the Fort Miles Museum on a former military base. So much to do all in one place!

5) Treasure Beach RV Park and Campground

Treasure Beach RV Park and Campground are at the far southern end of Delaware on the border of Maryland. Some of the sites at this campground are on the water, meaning you can dock your boat outside your camper. The campground is bayside. So you can count on calm waters and excellent fishing! Maybe you want to try crabbing and catch enough crabs for a campfire dinner! The campground has two large swimming pools, a splash pad, and a large playground and jumping pillow. Some luxury campsites have a concrete drive, hardscaped patio, fire pit, and patio furniture so you can look out over the bay.

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