Opened in April 1995, Fox Point is Delaware’s newest state park. The park is named for S. Marston Fox, the citizen-activist who worked for his vision of a “window on the river”—a four-mile-long park along the Delaware River shoreline. From the park’s overlooks you can see Philadelphia to the north. Looking south, you’ll see well beyond the Delaware Memorial Bridge. Fox Point State Park is notable for its transformation from a Superfund site to a model urban waterfront park.

In addition to the extraordinary view of the Delaware River, visitors to Fox Point State Park may see a variety of wildlife throughout the year. In the winter, you may see diving ducks and other waterfowl on the river. During the spring and fall, you might catch a glimpse of migrating waterfowl, hawks, songbirds, or butterflies making their way along the Atlantic Flyway. During the summer months, watch for herons and egrets from nearby Pea Patch Island feeding along the shoreline. Also watch for the endangered peregrine falcon, which has been known to nest on the Delaware Memorial Bridge.

Fox Point State Park is the northernmost stop on the Coastal Heritage Greenway. The park offers picnic areas, horseshoe pits, a volleyball court, and a play area for children. Public restroom facilities are located in the park. The park is open year-round from 8:00 a.m. to sunset; an entrance fee is charged. For information, call (302) 577-3390.

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