Best Campgrounds near Dagsboro, DE

The coastal region surrounding Dagsboro, Delaware features multiple established campgrounds offering various accommodation options. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground provides full hookup RV sites, tent camping areas, and cabins with beach access just minutes away. Nearby, Trap Pond State Park includes tent sites, RV spaces, cabins, yurts, and unique island camping spots surrounded by cypress trees. Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay in Millsboro and Treasure Beach RV Park in Selbyville offer additional developed camping options with resort-style amenities less than 10 miles from Dagsboro.

Most campgrounds in the Delaware coastal region require advance reservations, particularly during summer beach season from Memorial Day through Labor Day. One visitor noted, "Now we understand why this park is so hard to reserve," referring to Delaware Seashore State Park's popularity. Weather conditions remain mild throughout camping season, though coastal storms can occasionally impact the area. Most developed campgrounds provide water and electric hookups, with many offering full hookup sites including sewer connections. Bath houses with showers are standard throughout the region, though facilities vary by location. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the coastal camping areas.

Campers consistently highlight beach access as a primary advantage of camping in the Dagsboro region. Delaware Seashore State Park positions visitors within walking distance of Atlantic Ocean beaches and Indian River Inlet fishing opportunities. According to feedback, "The location is PERFECT. You have close access to miles and miles of touristy beaches and uninhabited beaches." Sites at most coastal campgrounds tend to have limited shade and privacy, with open layouts that maximize capacity. Inland options like Trap Pond State Park provide more wooded sites and water recreation on freshwater ponds. Families appreciate the proximity to attractions in Rehoboth Beach, Ocean City, and Bethany Beach while maintaining a quieter camping experience than staying directly in those busy resort towns.

Best Camping Sites Near Dagsboro, Delaware (89)

    1. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Bethany Beach, DE
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 227-6981

    $30 - $168 / night

    "Park Name-Delaware Seashore State Park Date of Stay-June 2018

    Site-237

    This is one of favorite local parks!"

    "The really great aspect of Delaware Seashore State Park is your close proximity to the water. The park is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, the Indian River, and Indian River Bay."

    2. Trap Pond State Park Campground

    44 Reviews
    Laurel, DE
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 875-5153

    $22 - $56 / night

    "This is Delaware which is flat land. The one issue with most every site are the trees. Most every site has a tree to watch out for."

    "The tent sites are walk in only but parking is not very far. The site provided hand trucks and wheelbarrows for you to car your items into your site."

    3. Cape Henlopen State Park Campground

    68 Reviews
    Lewes, DE
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 645-2103

    $30 - $99 / night

    "Cape henlopen is one of five or six Delaware state parks that offer RV camping. Sites vary in size so make sure you check the details before you book."

    "My group was there, on two adjacent sites, from Sunday to Tuesday, in early June. The weather could not have been more ideal! We were on sites G12 and G13, which were both really large."

    4. Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay

    22 Reviews
    Ocean View, DE
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 947-2600

    "It’s also close to the other ocean beaches. The only downsides are sites are very close together and its a very expensive about double the cost of other near by non-waterfront campgrounds."

    "**  Located on Rehoboth Bay, this resort was a great place to spend a long holiday weekend. Our paved site was just a few steps to a private beach which was really nice and clean."

    5. Assateague State Park Campground

    61 Reviews
    Berlin, MD
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 641-2120

    $28 - $39 / night

    "and was well situated, with a nice open space between the edge of the site and the dunes."

    "There is an outdoor shower and sink as well as several paths to the beach. The beach is beautiful and clean."

    6. Sun Outdoors Ocean City Gateway

    14 Reviews
    Berlin, MD
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 641-9785

    "It’s a close distance to Salisbury (20 mins), ocean city (20 mins) and assateague (20 mins). Also close to Delaware for someone looking to explore there."

    "Each tent site is far enough away from the other that you feel spread out and private. This is definitely a place I recommend to friends and family."

    7. Sun Outdoors Frontier Town

    28 Reviews
    Berlin, MD
    18 miles
    Website

    "Due to the location near Ocean City, this campground is primarily a resort for people staying 1 or more weeks."

    "Shuttle to Ocean City, MD was convenient and general store was close by and stocked well!"

    8. Sun Outdoors Ocean City

    25 Reviews
    Berlin, MD
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 213-0097

    $65 - $350 / night

    "An awesome campground located on the east coast near Ocean City, MD and the Atlantic Ocean. This was our first visit to Castaways. Lots to do and loads of fun. We love it!"

    "Lots to do nearby and just minutes from Ocean City Md yet away from the hustle bustle. They have two separate beaches even a big one for your fur kids. Which mine thoroughly enjoyed."

    9. Treasure Beach RV Park & Campground

    10 Reviews
    Fenwick Island, DE
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (302) 436-8001

    "Treasure Beach is one of our favorite campgrounds in Delaware. Beautiful sites on the water and a lot of activities for the kids."

    "Close to the beach, restaurants and Ocean City. Nice playground and well stocked store. The only issue was if your bathroom isn’t working, they need more bath houses."

    10. Assateague Island National Seashore Oceanside Campground

    39 Reviews
    Berlin, MD
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (410) 641-1441

    $40 / night

    "The sites are close to bathrooms (I believe the national side has pit latrines). There are also showers, albeit cold. The sites are a decent size but be advised, they are completely sandy."

    "We camped in the walk-in sites toward the end (south side) of the ocean side sites. You park along side the road and walk on a boardwalk to your site."

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Recent Reviews near Dagsboro, DE

822 Reviews of 89 Dagsboro Campgrounds


  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Sun Outdoors Ocean City

    Beautifully kept, with dirty Bathrooms

    This place was very nice. Best beer selection I’ve seen at a campground. Nice little beach! Nice pool, tiki bar and great deli. One issue. The bathrooms were very dirty and not cleaned the 3 days I was there. Same soap pieces in the shower all 3 days. Same gunk stains on urinals.

  • Stu T.
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Cape Henlopen State Park Campground

    So Much To Do - Not Enough Time

    Spent one night here as we were in transit from a campground near the bottom of the Eastern Shore of Virginia to home (fortunate to get a spot that fit my camper) - spots are close together - full campground even in the middle of the week after school started- but quiet at night.  Almost a mile walk to the beach - great trails for bike riding.   Restrooms were clean!  If you have a trailer, make sure that you input your trailer length to find a site that fits as they vary.   Close to food.   Staff very friendly.   Tons of stuff to do - will return when we have more time.  If you want the experience of driving on the beach - go for it!

  • Evan C.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Redden State Forest Campground

    Secluded and improving

    8/15/2025

    Arrived after dark to find that I had the campground to myself. As noted in other reviews, turn right as you drive past the office/house and let yourself in through the closed (but unlocked) gate. Since the last review, it appears they've added 11 sites on a branch if you bear left after the gate. These sites (8-18) are level, packed gravel pads with benches, fire pit, grill, and picnic table. The restroom featured on the map is just a portalet, but there is plenty of overflow parking in that branch. Apparently you're not supposed to pull onto the gravel with your vehicle, just park parallel to the road alongside it. 

    Another note about the gravel - can't get stakes in. Plus, it's a pine forest and I didn't want to get sap on my tent so I didn't tent adjacent to the pad amidst the pine needles. I did drive around the right branch (sites 1-7) in the morning to find that they are dirt/grass sites and probably would be ideal for tenting/staking (and in case you haven't guessed, I don't have a freestanding tent). The area is densely forested with pines and is quite pleasant in that regard.

  • colleen C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay

    Awesome!

    We loved it. Great for a long getaway or a quick one like ours. Loved our stay. It was clean and full of fun.

  • B
    Aug. 5, 2025

    Strawberry Crossroads

    A work in progress.

    We had a nice time & plan on returning.

  • C
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort

    Pros and cons

    We have been to this campground twice. First time everything was very clean and lots to do. The last time things had slipped a little bit. Campground was definitely not as clean. The first time there was staff riding around picking up garbage and keeping things neat. Last time it seemed like it was just a bunch of teenagers flying around on golf carts not doing much. Almost all the games were broken in the arcade. Plus a lot more seasonals. The seasonals also have a lot of political flags with profanities. Not very family friendly! Pros love the pool, lake, waterslides, and proximity to cape may Cons broken equipment, kids racing golf carts all hours of the nights, lots of seasonals with over the top decorations, with flags with profanities and cleanliness slipping. We will try it again. Hopefully they were just having an off year.

  • A
    Jul. 23, 2025

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches

    Great First Camping Trip

    My family tent camped for 1 night here at site 190. Decent array of electrical hookup options. My kids had a blast in the water area with the pool and large slides. It was our first time camping and we had trouble sleeping due to groups around us having fun until 11, but overall it was a really great experience and we will be returning

  • Joshua N.
    Jul. 19, 2025

    Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites & RV Resort

    Some issues

    The campsite is very nice except for a few issues not have not been addressed over the many years we have been coming here. First, the WIFI is absolutely terrible! I have complained before and it never improves. 2nd, when we checked in, we were told that there currently no cable TV. We were told to stream which was terrible as I stated above. Last, there was an older gentleman that works there as a pool attendant. He told one of the guests that vaping is not allowed in the fenced area of the swimming lake in a scolding tone and told the guest that it's against the rules and that he did not make up the rules. He then ran off to find the woman in charge of the pools(her name is Marie). She came in hot on her golf cart like Bo Luke in the Dukes of Hazzard and came over to the guest and started yelling at the guest like she committed murder. Totally uncalled for!!! She has an absolutely terrible personality and should not be working in the hospitality industry. There were a few other staff members that were very rude towards guests(including us). When I'm paying over$1000 for a week here, I expect to be treated much better. We almost felt like we were bothering the staff. We have seen Marie many times over the years and never see any behavior changes. The staff could use a good training session on hospitality and appreciation that guests come here to relax and spend a lot of money here to do so, so they are employed.


Guide to Dagsboro

Campsites around Dagsboro, Delaware range from forested inland areas to coastal settings within 15 miles of town. The region maintains average summer temperatures between 75-85°F with higher humidity near the coast. Camping options include both rustic tent sites with pond views and resort-style facilities featuring swimming pools and beach access.

What to do

Kayaking at Trap Pond State Park: Paddle among the northernmost stand of baldcypress trees in the United States, offering unique water-based exploration opportunities. A camper noted, "We loved watching all the different birds and seeing so many stars. The people were all very nice." Trap Pond also offers free bike rentals with donations accepted.

Beach activities at Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay: Located 8 miles from Dagsboro, this resort offers swimming, paddleboarding, and kayaking. "The location cannot be beat. Lots of kids activities and the kids love the night swimming while adults can sit at the swim up bar," wrote one visitor. The resort provides kayak rentals and water activities starting at 11 am.

Wildlife viewing at Assateague Island National Seashore: Just 27 miles from Dagsboro, observe the famous wild ponies that roam freely. "I have seen horses everytime I have camped here. We always go during the winter or early spring months to avoid the bugs as they are awful during the spring and summer," advised one camper. The 37-mile park offers hiking trails and both ocean and bay kayaking.

What campers like

Private island camping at Trap Pond State Park: Secluded tent sites on the park's island offer a unique overnight experience. "My sons and I spent four nights on the island site and loved it. We lucked out and had both sites to ourselves which I recommend. I couldn't imagine sharing the secluded site with strangers," shared one visitor. Set up hammocks along the water's edge for maximum relaxation.

Sandy beach access at Delaware Seashore State Park: Direct walking paths connect campsites to Atlantic Ocean beaches and the Indian River Inlet. "First, let me start by saying this campground is not what I usually like. I like trees, mountains, shade… this is a beach, plain and simple. That being said- we absolutely loved it and are already booked for next year!" remarked one camper.

Beachfront entertainment at Treasure Beach RV Park: Located 8 miles from Dagsboro in Selbyville, this campground offers scheduled performances on its waterfront stage. "Every weekend there's a band or DJ at the beach at night and every visit we have made friends. There are usually food trucks and things for the kiddos like bounce houses during the day," explained a regular visitor.

What you should know

Site privacy considerations: Most coastal campgrounds feature open layouts with limited natural barriers between sites. At Delaware Seashore State Park, "There is NO privacy/separation between sites, however, we were there on a Monday the week after Memorial Day and while the sites with the hookups were completely full, there were plenty of empty non-hookup sites."

Seasonal bug concerns: Insect activity varies dramatically by location and season. For Assateague, "Bring some deet it's the only thing that works! No electric and generators are only allowed until a certain time at night." At inland locations like Trap Pond, bugs are typically less problematic during fall camping.

Reservation timing at Cape Henlopen State Park: Located 21 miles from Dagsboro, this popular campground fills quickly. "I hear it gets packed and I see that it's hard to book if you don't book early. Our experience was awesome!" shared an off-season visitor. Most sites require reservations 6-9 months in advance for summer weekends.

Tips for camping with families

Free activities at Sun Outdoors Ocean City Gateway: This family-oriented campground 15 miles from Dagsboro offers complimentary recreation options. "You can enjoy free mini golf, free pool and waterside, free canoeing, and free billiards. It is about 20 min to ocean city but they have a free bus to take you to ocean," mentioned one visitor. The campground also provides shuttle service to Assateague Island.

Playground access at Cape Henlopen: The campground features multiple age-appropriate play areas. "If you have kiddos, try and get a site in Loop A – there is a nice and educational play area (plus a game I'd never heard of– Gaga ball). There is an additional playground in the day-use area, plus a volleyball net," advised a camper.

Water features for different ages: Waterparks and swimming pools provide cooling options during hot summer days. At Sun Outdoors Frontier Town, one visitor explained, "The waterpark is simple and not grandiose but so much fun. This is such a fun stop!" Many campgrounds separate adult and children's pool areas for varied experiences.

Tips from RVers

Site selection at Delaware Seashore: The campground offers both paved and unpaved options. "All of the non-hookup sites are sand/grass/gravel and completely level; the hookup sites have paved camper pads (and are also level)." Select sites away from the bridge for less traffic noise.

Level site preparation: Many campgrounds in the region feature sandy soil that can challenge leveling systems. At Trap Pond, "Sites are fairly spacious and have an interesting semi-circle pull through layout so backing in not required. They are not level and have a sandy base so it took a bit of work to finally get the rig level, even with auto-levelers."

Utility hookup quality: Water, electric, and sewer connections vary between parks. For Cape Henlopen, one camper remarked, "It has some of the best water and electric hookups I've seen." Sites typically offer 30/50 amp service, though some older campgrounds may only provide 30 amp connections.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Dagsboro, DE?

According to TheDyrt.com, Dagsboro, DE offers a wide range of camping options, with 89 campgrounds and RV parks near Dagsboro, DE and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Dagsboro, DE?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Dagsboro, DE is Delaware Seashore State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 56 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Dagsboro, DE?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Dagsboro, DE.