Family camping is available at five Delaware state parks. Lums Pond, Killens Pond, Cape Henlopen, Delaware Seashore and Trap Pond State Parks all have family campgrounds. Cabins are available at Killens Pond and Trap Pond, and yurts can be rented at Lums Pond and Trap Pond. Cottages are available at the Indian River Marina in Delaware Seashore State Park.

The campgrounds are open from March 1 through November 30, although not all amenities are guaranteed during cold weather. An exception is Killens Pond State Park, where you can experience year-round camping at both its camping loops and cabins.

You may make a reservation up to 7 months or as little as 1 day in advance of your visit. To assure availability and the best available site, reservations are strongly recommended.

Delaware State Parks have a great deal to offer in family camping. Take your vacation amid towering trees near a freshwater pond or enjoy the scenery of rolling sand dunes and sparkling bay waters.

All of the campgrounds provide drinking water outlets, modern shower and sanitary facilities, and sewage dumping stations. Campsites also include a picnic table and fire ring (campfire regulations), and many have electric and water hookups.

During the summer season and in high-use areas like Delaware Seashore and Cape Henlopen State Parks, campers should register for the entire length of their stay, up to 14 days.

All park fees and camping revenues are used for operation, maintenance and recreation program costs at the parks.

This page last updated 02/19/2008