Best Tent Camping near Bethany Beach, DE

Tent camping options around Bethany Beach, Delaware include primitive sites at Redden State Forest Campground and backcountry tent sites along Assateague Island National Seashore. Redden State Forest provides secluded tent camping within 30-40 minutes of coastal beaches, while Assateague offers multiple backcountry tent sites including Pine Tree, Tingles Island, Green Run, Pope Bay, and State Line sites.

The primitive tent camping experience at Redden State Forest features level sites with fire pits, grills, and picnic tables, but no hookups or running water. The campground maintains seven reservable tent sites that can be booked online, with a maximum stay of three consecutive days. Vehicles over 25 feet are not permitted, making this area ideal for tent campers. A visitor commented, "The campground is beautiful, secluded, clean, and peaceful. I think it's a best kept secret." Campers should note that the sites are self-check-in with payment through an honor system, and hunting is permitted in designated areas except on Sundays.

Backcountry tent sites at Assateague Island National Seashore require a 6-mile hike to access. The Pine Tree site offers five tent sites, each with a picnic table and fire pit. These sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis, with campers needing to register at the ranger station when it opens. One camper noted that even during their stay, only three of the five sites were occupied, providing ample space and privacy. The backcountry camping areas prohibit fires and have no amenities such as running water, toilets, or trash service. Tent campers should be prepared to pack in all necessary supplies and carry out all waste, adhering to leave-no-trace principles.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Bethany Beach, DE is Redden State Forest Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 6 reviews.

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