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Fee Information
The First State features a surprising variety of natural areas. Treat yourself to a day at a state park and enjoy beautiful ocean beaches, inland ponds, forests, rolling hills, or piedmont streams. While you are having fun, you are also helping to preserve the best of Delaware's natural heritage. The fees you pay stay within the parks to play an important role in protecting open space and wildlife, support recreational activities and nature education, and provide visitor assistance and safety.
Other Structures
Rental rate for other park structures not specifically mentioned is $10 an hour for each eight-hour period, minimum charge is $30. Rental rate is $25 an hour if setup and cleanup service is included. Special conditions may require higher fees.
Recreational Equipment Bag
Horseshoe, volleyball, and softball equipment is available for a fee of $20 at Bellevue, Fox Point, Lums Pond, Trap Pond and Killens Pond State Parks. A $75 damage/theft deposit is required. Individuals renting equipment must be a least 18 years of age and present a valid driver's license as proof.
Other Fees
There may be additional charges for designated special events or programs sponsored or cosponsored by the Division of Parks and Recreation.
Annual Pass
Enjoy the parks as often as you like without paying the daily entrance fee. Annual Passes are on sale now in the parks and will be available online beginning November 26, 2009!
Delaware State Parks is largely self-funded through various rates, fees, and charges, and some fees are set through legislative action.