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    The Delaware coastline near Fenwick Island accommodates a range of camping experiences, from waterfront state parks to full-service RV resorts with cabin options. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground offers tent, RV, and cabin camping with beach access approximately 7 miles north of Fenwick Island along Route 1. Treasure Beach RV Park & Campground in Selbyville provides tent, RV, and cabin camping within 2 miles of Fenwick Island beaches. Cape Henlopen and Trap Pond State Parks represent additional developed options within 30 minutes of the coast, with both offering water activities and mixed-use campgrounds.

    Seasonal considerations strongly influence camping opportunities in this coastal region. Most campgrounds operate primarily from April through October, with limited year-round options. Delaware Seashore State Park can experience significant flooding after rainstorms. "The attendant let us move to a recently vacated site that was less wet. The space was large enough for my car, our tent, a canopy and more," noted one visitor about managing weather impacts. Advance reservations are essential during summer weekends and holidays when beaches draw substantial crowds. Campgrounds near the ocean often have exposed sites with minimal shade, while inland locations like Trap Pond offer more tree cover. Sites at oceanfront campgrounds fill quickly, especially those with water and electric hookups during peak summer months.

    Waterfront camping experiences receive consistently positive feedback from visitors to the Fenwick Island region. Campers highlight the convenience of beach proximity, with many campgrounds offering direct water access or short walks to swimming areas. One camper mentioned, "We fell in love with how close of a walk it is to the beach. Very clean site, and bathhouse facilities." Family-friendly amenities feature prominently in reviews, with multiple campgrounds offering pools, playgrounds, and organized activities. The campgrounds near Fenwick Island generally maintain well-kept facilities with clean restrooms and showers. While some camping areas like Delaware Seashore State Park offer more natural settings, others such as Treasure Beach provide resort-style camping with entertainment options including beach concerts and recreational facilities, creating varied experiences depending on visitor preferences.

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      1. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

      4.1(57)11mi from Fenwick Island345 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "The sites are close together and pretty wide open, but this isn't unusual this close to the beach. Literally a couple hundred yards walk to tje beach."

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

      Site-237

      This is one of favorite local parks!"

      from $30 - $168 / night

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      2. Assateague State Park Campground

      4.7(66)16mi from Fenwick IslandRVs, Tents

      "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."

      from $28 - $39 / night

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      3. Sun Outdoors Frontier Town

      4.4(30)13mi from Fenwick IslandRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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!"

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      4. Sun Outdoors Ocean City

      4.5(25)11mi from Fenwick IslandRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

      from $65 - $350 / night

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      5. Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay

      4.5(23)12mi from Fenwick IslandRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

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      6. Cape Henlopen State Park Campground

      4.5(70)22mi from Fenwick Island175 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

      from $30 - $99 / night

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      7. Assateague Island National Seashore Oceanside Campground

      4.7(42)19mi from Fenwick IslandRVs, Tents

      "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."

      from $40 / night

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      8. Treasure Beach RV Park & Campground

      4.0(10)1mi from Fenwick IslandRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "We backed onto red beard lake so we felt more isolated than some of the other sites (but also didn't have any shade).we enjoyed fishing in the stocked lake, caught some bass and large brim."

      "Our 4th of July family camping trip at Treasure Beach RV Park in Fenwick Island, DE was outstanding."

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      9. Trap Pond State Park Campground

      4.7(47)23mi from Fenwick Island146 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

      "From well spaced sites to helpful staff, Trap Pond is Delaware state parks crown jewel. The pond itself is beautiful, camp sites are well maintained and spaced apart nicely."

      from $27 - $65 / night

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      10. Sun Outdoors Ocean City Gateway

      4.5(15)15mi from Fenwick IslandRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

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    • AThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 21, 2026

      The Depot Travel Park

      Enjoyed my stay

      I’ve stayed here multiple times over the past 15 years and I have enjoyed each trip.

      Depot Travel Park is a well-maintained family-owned campground. It is also reasonably priced, especially given the location that is within a bicycle ride to the beach, the ocean, and lots of shops and restaurants in Cape May. It is the only campground on the Cape May side of the canal.

      Please note that this is not a resort campground and it doesn’t have a pool. There is so much to do in Cape May that is doesn’t need to be a resort.

      Since it’s not a resort campground, there are not many golf carts, so most people use their bicycles or cars to get around. That also makes the campground pretty quiet, even during the peak of summer.

      The campground sells firewood and propane, but there is no camp store. Again, it doesn’t really need one, since there is a farmers market at the end of the driveway, and a CVS and an ACME supermarket within bicycle riding distance.

      If your site doesn’t have a sewer hookup, the dump station is a little awkward to access, but they have a daily honey wagon for a reasonable fee, which is great. If you notify the office the day before you need it and they are usually there in the morning.

      They close for the season n October, but they reopen briefly during the Cape May Christmas Parade weekend in December. That’s one thing that I’d like to do soon.

      I really like this campground and I am always recommending it to friends.

    • MThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 16, 2026

      Assateague State Park Campground

      My happy place!

      This place is so special! The beaches are so peaceful, you can ride bikes, kayak, and the park also offers activities through the spring and summer — even Yoga on the beach! The spaces are large, the bathrooms are very clean. It is safe and quiet. There are wild horses, and you have to be mindful of how you store your food but it is fun to watch them. There is something so exciting when you come over the bridge to the Island and see the marshes and dunes. Plenty of restaurants and other things to do in the area, but we often don’t want to leave once we are there! We do like to go to Berlin Md once while there. 410 Social is a great place. Anyway you can’t beat the sunrises and sunsets at Assateague. It’s not easy to get a reservation, but don’t give up, it’s worth it!

    • Adam and Suzanne B.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 13, 2026

      Assateague State Park Campground

      Lovely but

      It is a big, busy campground with only two loops with electric hookups. There is no shade. You are steps from the beach and at many sites can hear the ocean at night. The horses can be a menace and will raid campsites. There are sites of many sizes and some pull- throughs. It's nice but very weather dependent.

    • christian G.
      Sep. 13, 2026

      Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

      Fin beach trip

      Pretty easy camping trip, plenty of room to set up camp. Level spots. We stayed on south inlet campground. They have small camp store multiple laundry and bath houses. Great stay if you enjoy fishing, as. You can fish the inlet at the campground. They have a very nice playground for kids as well! Only negative is no camp fires allowed, they do have a community area you can have a camp fires allowed. Also no wifi

    • HThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 1, 2026

      Milburn Landing Campground

      Lovely campground with shaded campsites

      Spacious sites among tall mature trees. No undergrowth to provide privacy between sites. I reserved a site online this morning, but site said "available" when I arrived, so don't count on reservation being updated same-day. Sign at Park entrance says no alcohol allowed without permit. Pets allowed.

    • Taylor
      Aug. 16, 2026

      Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches

      Yearly goers

      Love it every year . We g for mother's Day. And the schedule for the events they do during even just the weekend make for fun filled hassle free weekend

    • Patel D.
      Aug. 9, 2026

      Big Oaks Campground

      ⚠️ Think Twice Before Booking— Our Family Felt Targeted and Intimidated

       I am writing this review because I genuinely want to warn other families before they book this campground. What should have been a relaxing camping trip turned into an extremely upsetting experience for our family. From the beginning, we felt singled out and unwelcome. We arrived at our campsite and then went to the office. We did not know that the campground required every guest to go to the office before going to their site. This was an honest misunderstanding. Instead of simply explaining the rule and moving on, the situation became unnecessarily confrontational, and we felt like the staff was looking for reasons to have an issue with us. What was especially upsetting was how our children were treated. Our children were riding scooters and were stopped and told that scooters were not allowed. We were extremely confused because we could clearly see much younger children riding/driving around the campground. Our 14-year-old was not allowed to do so, while we observed significantly younger white children being allowed to ride. What made this even worse was the way our children were spoken to. They came running back to us scared and intimidated by the interaction. As parents, that was extremely upsetting to see. There is a huge difference between calmly explaining a campground rule to a child and speaking to a child in a way that makes them feel frightened. If there is a rule that scooters are not allowed, then the rule should be applied consistently to every child, regardless of age or background. What we witnessed did not feel consistent. As the experience continued, we felt increasingly targeted. We were left with the strong impression that they did not want our family there. At one point, it honestly felt like they were trying to find reasons to get rid of us, which made us question whether the campground had overbooked and was looking for a way to push us out. We also had a very concerning experience regarding payment. We were forced to pay in cash and were not provided with a receipt. As paying guests, we found this extremely troubling and unprofessional. The entire experience left our family feeling uncomfortable, intimidated, and unwelcome. Camping with children should be about relaxing, enjoying the outdoors, and making good memories—not having your children come running back to you because they are scared of how an adult spoke to them. I cannot speak to anyone else's intentions, but**based on what we personally experienced and witnessed, we felt that our family was being treated differently because of our background. Seeing younger white children being allowed to do something that our children were stopped from doing made the situation even more concerning.I strongly recommend that families think twice before booking this campground. If you do decide to stay, make sure you understand every rule before arriving, document your interactions, and keep proof of every payment. We are sharing this review because other families deserve to know what our experience was like before spending their money and vacation time here. No family should leave a campground feeling intimidated, targeted, or unwelcome.

    • Patel D.
      Aug. 9, 2026

      Big Oaks Campground

      ⚠️ Think Twice Before Booking - Our Family Felt Targeted and Intimidated.

        I am writing this review because I genuinely want to warn other families before they book this campground. What should have been a relaxing camping trip turned into an extremely upsetting experience for our family. From the beginning, we felt singled out and unwelcome. We arrived at our campsite and then went to the office. We did not know that the campground required every guest to go to the office before going to their site. This was an honest misunderstanding. Instead of simply explaining the rule and moving on, the situation became unnecessarily confrontational, and we felt like the staff was looking for reasons to have an issue with us. What was especially upsetting was how our children were treated. Our children were riding scooters and were stopped and told that scooters were not allowed. We were extremely confused because we could clearly see much younger children riding/driving around the campground. Our 14-year-old was not allowed to do so, while we observed significantly younger white children being allowed to ride. What made this even worse was**the way our children were spoken to. They came running back to us scared and intimidated by the interaction. As parents, that was extremely upsetting to see. There is a huge difference between calmly explaining a campground rule to a child and speaking to a child in a way that makes them feel frightened. If there is a rule that scooters are not allowed, then the rule should be applied**consistently to every child**, regardless of age or background. What we witnessed did not feel consistent. As the experience continued, we felt increasingly targeted. We were left with the strong impression that they did not want our family there. At one point, it honestly felt like they were trying to find reasons to get rid of us, which made us question whether the campground had overbooked and was looking for a way to push us out. We also had a very concerning experience regarding payment. We were forced to pay in cash and were not provided with a receipt. As paying guests, we found this extremely troubling and unprofessional. The entire experience left our family feeling uncomfortable, intimidated, and unwelcome. Camping with children should be about relaxing, enjoying the outdoors, and making good memories—not having your children come running back to you because they are scared of how an adult spoke to them. I cannot speak to anyone else's intentions, but**based on what we personally experienced and witnessed, we felt that our family was being treated differently because of our background.** Seeing younger white children being allowed to do something that our children were stopped from doing made the situation even more concerning.**I strongly recommend that families think twice before booking this campground.** If you do decide to stay, make sure you understand every rule before arriving, document your interactions, and keep proof of every payment. We are sharing this review because other families deserve to know what our experience was like before spending their money and vacation time here. No family should leave a campground feeling intimidated, targeted, or unwelcome.

    Guide to Fenwick Island

    Fenwick Island camping spots range from wooded inland sites to beachfront options across a 30-mile radius. Delaware state parks and private campgrounds operate in this coastal region where the mainland elevation averages just 10-30 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures typically reach 85-90°F with high humidity, while spring and fall offer milder conditions between 65-75°F with reduced crowds.

    What to do

    Kayak through bald cypress trees: Trap Pond State Park, located 30 miles from Fenwick Island, offers a unique paddling experience through North America's northernmost natural stand of bald cypress trees. "We stayed for one night but would definitely consider returning at a time when we could rent a boat to be able to see the Cypress trees up close," mentions one visitor to Trap Pond State Park Campground.

    Explore military history: Cape Henlopen State Park preserves historic WWII military installations. "As a former military installation, there are lots of military historical items and sites. Underground bunkers and batteries and such. There's a wonderful observation tower built on top of one of these that affords beautiful 360 degree views and photo opportunities," notes a camper at Cape Henlopen.

    Experience the Wild West: At Sun Outdoors Frontier Town, just 15 minutes from Fenwick beaches, families enjoy themed entertainment. "They have western old time plays, skits, and activities. The ability to rent golf carts is a super cool bonus especially to get the surroundings," shares a visitor to Sun Outdoors Frontier Town.

    What campers like

    Private beach access: Several campgrounds near Fenwick Island offer direct water access. At Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay, "They have a beautiful heated pool, waterfront tiki bar, on site store and restaurant, kayak and golf cart rental and they seem to be adding more every year!" according to one camper.

    Wildlife encounters: Assateague Island National Seashore provides opportunities to camp near wild horses. "We camped in the Oceanside loop B. Right on the beach, but big dunes between sites and the ocean. Wild horses meandering through daily," reports a visitor to Assateague Island National Seashore Oceanside Campground.

    Outdoor recreation options: Campgrounds offer various activities beyond beach access. "They have a small beach where they have bands playing on the weekends. Two nice pools, one for adults. Jumping pillow, water balloons and a nice playground for kids," notes a camper about Treasure Beach RV Park & Campground.

    What you should know

    Shoulder season advantages: Most coastal campgrounds operate April through October, but visiting in spring or fall offers better availability. "We visited off season (early April) and absolutely loved it. The location was great and the beaches are quiet. I hear it gets packed and I see that it's hard to book if you don't book early," shares a camper at Cape Henlopen State Park Campground.

    Bug preparation: Insects can be problematic, especially in marshier locations. "It's beautiful here, horses are cool, beach is great, but the bugs stink! Bring some deet it's the only thing that works!" warns a visitor to Assateague Island.

    Wildlife precautions: Campers should secure food items, especially at sites with wild horses. "The Ponies are giant trash pandas. They're smart and can open latches so do bring bungee cords, kayak straps, or ratchet straps to lock all of your food in cases or coolers," advises an Assateague Island camper.

    Tips for camping with families

    Free transportation services: Some campgrounds provide shuttles to beaches and attractions. "They have a free shuttle bus to provide transportation to assateaque island, frontier town, and ocean city," notes a visitor to Sun Outdoors Ocean City Gateway.

    Site selection for noise concerns: Position your site away from common areas for quieter evenings. "The closer you are to the camp store, the louder and busier it is. Lots of kids. If you want quiet stay to the ends of the rows. E and F are quieter too," recommends a Cape Henlopen visitor.

    Recreational equipment access: Many campgrounds provide free or low-cost recreational equipment. "The main pavilion has rentals for recreational equipment at no extra cost (hula hoops, balls, etc.)," mentions a camper at Sun Outdoors Ocean City Gateway.

    Tips from RVers

    Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in this coastal region have uneven sites. "Sites 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," notes a visitor to Trap Pond State Park.

    Waterfront site considerations: Waterfront RV sites offer scenic views but often have exposure issues. At Delaware Seashore State Park Campground, "Sites were very well marked. Friendly staff. Beautiful views. Ocean was a short 5 minute walk from our campsite. Sites were a bit tight; I believe online it says they're 45x30 but I find that hard to believe. Our trailer is almost 38 feet and we only had a little room left over."

    Off-peak value: RV sites are more spacious and peaceful during weekdays and shoulder seasons. "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," reports a Delaware Seashore visitor.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What camping options are available at Fenwick Island?

    Fenwick Island offers diverse camping options to suit different preferences. Treasure Beach RV Park & Campground is a large RV resort with facilities for RVs, campers, and tents. The campground features activities for families with young children and backs onto Red Beard Lake. A short drive away, Sun Outdoors Ocean City Gateway provides clean, organized facilities with amenities like a camp store and mini-golf. For those seeking a more natural setting, several state parks in the vicinity offer camping experiences with fewer amenities but more natural surroundings.

    Where are the campgrounds near Fenwick Island, Delaware?

    There are several campgrounds near Fenwick Island, Delaware. Treasure Beach RV Park & Campground is located right in Fenwick Island and offers large sites for RVs. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground is a short drive north, offering camping on both sides of Indian River inlet with easy beach access. For additional options within driving distance, consider Holly Lake Campsites and Assateague State Park Campground, both offering unique coastal camping experiences.

    Can you camp at Fenwick Island State Park?

    No, Fenwick Island State Park does not offer camping facilities. For beachside camping near Fenwick Island, the closest option is Delaware Seashore State Park Campground, located a short drive north. This state park offers camping on both sides of Indian River inlet with easy beach access. The south campground is better suited for tent camping, while the north side is more RV-oriented. Another nearby alternative is Cape Henlopen State Park Campground, which provides camping facilities in a coastal environment.

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