Please Choose a Park:
Naturalist's Notes
Cape Henlopen State Park
by Richard Julian, Cape Henlopen Naturalist
Read Richard's bio.
Two of the great things to take advantage of during your visit to Cape Henlopen are available thanks to help from our great volunteers.
First, borrow a bike at the Nature Center and take a 3.5-mile tour of the park on the paved bike trail. The Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park offer these beach cruiser type bikes for park visitors to borrow at no charge. Take your time and stop at the various interpretative signs and overlooks to learn more about the cultural and natural history of the park, including Fort Miles and the Great Dunes. Bikes are available daily, weather permitting.
Another great resource is the number of volunteers at the Hawk Watch located near the Picnic Pavilion just north of the Beach Bathhouse. Whether you are die-hard birder, or just someone who enjoys nature, stop by during the spring and fall hawk migration. The friendly and knowledgeable volunteers count the hawks that fly by, and are always willing to chat with visitors and help identify the birds.