Delaware
Cape Henlopen State Park
177 sites·$99–$120/night
99% booked on peak weekends
We scan this campground regularly and alert you when a site opens up.
99% booked on peak weekends
We scan this campground regularly and alert you when a site opens up.
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Swim in the ocean waves, bike through the sand dunes, fish from the Bayside fishing pier, camp beside historical WWII towers, and explore all 7,000 acres of Cape Henlopen State Park! Located at the point where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Henlopen offers a unique combination of natural wonders and cultural history. Discover the beauty and diversity of Cape Henlopen coastal environment encompassing ocean and bay beaches, maritime forests, and tidal salt marshes. During your stay, be sure to visit Fort Miles, a WWII military base that features the Fort Miles Museum, Artillery Park, and Battery 519 tours. With excellent wildlife-watching, stunning scenery, world-class beaches, and year-round historical and environmental programming, there are endless adventures to discover at Cape Henlopen! Book your stay at Cape Henlopen State Park today!
Recreation: Swimming, Camping, Hiking, Fishing, Kayaking, Bird watching, Biking, Disc Golf, Horseback Riding, Nature Trails, non-motorized boat rental Check out current events and programs happening during your stay!
Nearby: Historic Lewes, movie theater, waterpark, tax-free shopping, Delaware Seashore State Park, Indian River Life-Saving Station Museum, Cape May Lewes Ferry, amusements, Delaware Turf Sports Facility, head boat and charter fishing, paint ball action courses.
USE OF GENERATORS OF ANY TYPE ARE PROHIBITED IN CAPE HENLOPEN STATE PARK. RV Standard and Tent Camping PLEASE NOTE: SLIDE-OUTS NOT ALLOWED IN LOOP A, EVEN NUMBERED SITES. The campground roads are narrow. Please take extra caution backing in RV Units. It is best to book a campsite that exceeds the length of the RV Unit. Water availability on campsites during the months of March and November is dependent on the weather. A frost-free spigot is available at the dump station. Call the Park Office at 302-645-8983 for more information. Only one vehicle per campsite will be assigned a pass allowing free entry in and out of the park. All other vehicles must park in the visitors parking area and are required to pay entrance fees when re-entering the park. Any equipment changes from original reservation requirements must be approved through the park office prior to arrival. Equipment changes may result in the cancellation of your reservation. You must be 18 or older to reserve a campsite. At least one member of the camping party must be 18 or older. Quiet hours are: 10 P.M. - 7 A.M. Chopping, cutting or otherwise damaging trees and vegetation in any way is strictly forbidden. Keg beer is prohibited. All motorhomes, trailers, vans and buses must be parked on pad. By definition, Delaware State Park Campgrounds are family campgrounds. Group camping is prohibited in family campgrounds. Individuals are limited to two sites at any time. Those interested in group camping facilities are invited to call 302-644-5005. Delaware now requires a fishing license to cover both salt water and fresh water fishing. This includes recreational clamming and crabbing. The license may be purchased at agents authorized by the Division of Fish & Wildlife or at State Park offices. For more information call 302-739-9914 or visit Division of Fish & Wildlife Rates: Please be advised, rates may vary for DE Residents vs. Non-Residents.