3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Cape Henlopen State Park Campground in Lewes features luxury glamping accommodations between March and November, offering an upscale outdoor experience near the Atlantic Ocean. The glamping sites provide comfortable beds with linens, electricity, and private outdoor spaces where visitors can relax after exploring the park's extensive trail system. "We love this park! There are many things to do and see! The campground is well maintained," notes one satisfied guest. Additionally, Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay in Millsboro provides premium safari tent options with modern amenities including climate control, en-suite bathrooms, and furnished interiors that blend comfort with nature. These accommodations maintain proximity to beaches while providing a more refined camping experience than traditional tent sites.
The glamping dome accommodations at Trap Pond State Park give guests access to year-round nature experiences with heated units available in cooler months. Visitors can enjoy kayaking, guided nature walks, and evening stargazing programs steps from their luxury tent. One reviewer highlighted, "This is a beautiful park with stunning views of the coast and sunrise. There is a bike path too that offers equally breathtaking views of the area." The safari tent resort at Sun Retreats Seashore Campsites operates seasonally from April through October, offering proximity to Cape May. Most glamping sites include furnished outdoor spaces with fire rings, picnic tables, and cooking facilities. The proximity to both forest trails and beaches makes these accommodations popular with families wanting outdoor experiences without sacrificing comfort.
"The attendant was very friendly and helpful when we arrived without making a reservation first and was able to get us in for a single night stay despite the "no vacancy" for the last 3 weeks straight."
"We stayed in site T021 (walk-in site) and had plenty of privacy and space to set up our screen room, tent, and firepit."
Available this weekend
from $35 - $105 / night
"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!"
"The staff is friendly, the campground and their beach were clean and in order, the pool was awesome and the band at the pool each day was a nice touch."
"The campground people were extremely nice, the pool was nice and clean, the camp site was nice and big enough for our larger tent and the bathhouse wasn't to bad either."
"It’s a short drive to the beach and close to the major road with all the restaurants and stores. Pool and bathrooms were well maintained. I would stay here again if in the area."
from $45 - $70 / night
"We were able to get a yurt as a walk up after the office closed thanks to the help of a kind staff member. The yurt was cozy and had a waterfront view of the pond."
"The yurts have a bunk bed with a queen mattress on the bottom and a twin on top, as well as a futon that folds out into a queen."
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from $27 - $65 / night
"A total of 7 campsites Firewood, fire pit, grill, and park bench available. You are supposed to leave payment for the firewood in a lock box next to the cord."
"Clean, feels safe, good open space, nice seating, pretty level, and wood on site. Only complaint is the train that’s right next door and you can here the traffic on the busy road not too far away."
from $28 / night
"Overview: shaded spots that are wonderfully cool during 80 and 90 degree heat, fun and inexpensive water park, various types of boats to rent and well marked trails."
"A water park, volley ball field, playgrounds, amphitheater, nature center, nature trails, and boat rentals at the lake."
Available this weekend
from $17 - $79 / night
"We had a "safari tent, which was immaculate. It even had a separate bathroom with indoor plumbing. Campground is not far from a convenience store if needed."
"The staff was very friendly and welcoming. The grounds were well kept. The pool area looked nice and there were plenty of bathhouses and laundry (both are lacking where we usually stay). "
"Great Location and close to Cape May City. 10 min drive to Washington Street Mall. Lots to do during the day."
"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."
"Lots to do and the beautiful beaches of Cape May, New Jersey are a short 10 minute drive. The different types of camping/glamping experiences exceeded my expectations."
"Packed with activities, a clean beach, choice of two pools and two laundromats, fairly spacious sites, friendly staff and lots of areas to walk the dogs or let them play."
from $42 / night
ScoutWe stayed at the group site campground with our horse. We found the sites to be large, and clean. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and they have fall activities for the family, at the lake and nature hikes. The porta potty's are very clean, have hand sanitizer and plenty of paper. Will be returning again in a few weeks. Plenty of trails to ride on. A true gem in our own backyard.
ScoutQuiet primitive campsites with slight road noise. We didn’t hear any train during our stay. We stayed at site 10 on the left branch where the newer gravel tent sites are in the pines. The potalet is nearby. It’s was dark at our campsite when we arrived. Nice and level gravel pad with plenty of room - sites are large enough to pull into and k turn if needed (although we saw the sign saying to park parallel to the site entrance in the morning- we have a roof top tent on our vehicle). When I put my headlamp on there were all these tiny sparkles on the ground out among the pine trees surrounding our campsite. When I walked up really close to one and shined my lamp on it, I saw that they are pretty big spiders. A little unnerving but also pretty? Told my brain I was in a glittery fairy forest and slept fine. 🤣
ScoutThis is one of the largest, if not the largest, campgrounds in Southern New Jersey. While on the pricier side, everything is top-notch. The roads are all paved, and not gravel (I hate trying to sleep and listening to the sound of stones grating together). The sites are more spacious than most campgrounds, so it doesn't seem so crowded. The bathrooms are all modern and spotless. There are numerous bathrooms which means most sites have one nearby. They do charge a quarter for showers to encourage water conservation and donate the money to conservation causes. The pool is large, as is the lake. Both are well-maintained. The camp store is enormous and is really nice and well-stocked with everything one might need from food to pool and beach stuff to camping supplies and equipment. There is a nice cafe with indoor and outdoor seating. The camp store has a lending library of books and DVDs. There are numerous activities that appear to be well-run, The grounds are shaded with many trees for a great wooded campground feel. The campground is so large that it has an internal shuttle with stations scattered about to help people go between the various important sites such as at the pool, the lake and the store. I found other campers, particularly the seasonals, to be more friendly than other campgrounds at the shore. This requires constant tree care including removing dead trees and branches which they do regularly. The staff is friendly and well-trained. I was in a tent, and when a rare October nor'easter came through, I was offered the opportunity to use a cabin free-of-charge. Fortunately my tent and equipment made it through days of rain and high winds just fine . On my first stay in May, I had to run my dog back to Baltimore towards the end of my trip where he was sadly diagnosed with incurable metastatic cancer. When I returned, I was late and unable to check out by 11, but they allowed me to take as much time as needed to clear the site, as nobody was staying there the next day, which was deeply appreciated - I was an emotional wreck. Oh, and I found the complimentary Wi-Fi to be a great service, and sufficiently fast to allow me to stream ultra-high-definition movies at my site - Most campgrounds charge extra for less-than-good service - a lot more. I find that a big bonus. Overall, I LOVE this campground and highly recommend it.
ScoutMy check in was for 8-6-2026, and bc I’m a new driver and wanted to beat traffic I got there early (7am) so I sit there waiting till check in time. When suddenly the park police show up. He’s accusing me of camping over night there. I told him simply I wasn’t and where I was night prior (would never sleep somewhere without permission). So we go to the store to kill time before we check in. Come back for Check in and the whole staff in just the office alone were so arrogant and cold to my mom and I, leaving rude comments to us and not only where they like that but the staff outside the office was acting like that alongside the rangers and park police. They would watch us the whole visit in the distance parking there cars a little ways watching everything we did,even driving by slowly a bunch of times in just an hour alone. My mom and I couldn’t do anything with out them showing up 2 mins later. Example we were walking our dog enjoying our time(trying to) and all of a sudden one of the office ladies pulls up right in front of us speeding, parks their car, gets out and walks a distance from us standing there and taking pictures of us…. For walking our dog who’s on a leash and didn’t even do anything. The whole trip we felt uncomfortable and unwanted and to find out they police when we were going on walks where coming up to campers near us bribing them with free firewood to get any information on use (told to us by other camper). I paid a lot of money to be harassed and followed the whole time. We never did anything we abide by every rule and keep to ourselves everywhere we go. They even made my mother cry…
ScoutSpacious 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.
ScoutGreat place. Close to beach. No septic hookup
TravelerI 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.
TravelerI 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.
ScoutWe have stayed here twice and have our 3rd trip booked and we absolutely love it! The lazy river and kiddy water slide park is amazing and our kids love it!
Cape Henlopen State Park offers diverse glamping opportunities near Houston, Delaware, with four campground loops providing varying levels of shade and proximity to amenities. Sites in Loop A are closest to the playground facilities while Loop C offers more seclusion for those seeking quieter camping experiences. Winter camping options are available at select locations with temperatures ranging from 25-45°F during colder months.
Kayaking at Trap Pond State Park: Explore the northernmost natural stand of baldcypress trees on the water. "We took a day and drove to assateague island which was about an hour. All and all we loved the location we loved watching all the different birds and seeing so many stars," reports one visitor to Trap Pond State Park Campground.
Cycling on park trails: Many campgrounds maintain dedicated bike paths through wooded areas. At Cape Henlopen State Park, "There are miles upon miles of walking and biking trails. Free bike rentals are available, some with baby seats and trailers."
Historical exploration: Several parks feature military installations and observation towers. "As a former military installation, there are lots of military historical items and sites. Underground bunkers and batteries and such," notes a camper at Cape Henlopen State Park Campground.
Nature programs: Park rangers offer educational walks focused on local ecosystems. "They have a Nature Center, very nice campground and clean bath houses. Has events for children for Easter and at the Nature Center," explains a visitor to Trap Pond State Park.
Waterfront access: Multiple glamping options provide direct pond or bay views. "The campsite is usually always packed, everyone is super friendly and respectful of each other. People respect the rules and keep to themselves, but will wave and say hello a lot in passing," writes a reviewer about Cape Henlopen State Park.
Clean facilities: Modern bathhouses receive consistent praise. At Redden State Forest Campground, "The campground is beautiful, secluded, clean, and peaceful. I think it's a best kept secret."
Spacious sites: Many locations offer privacy between camping areas. "Sites are fairly spacious and have an interesting semi-circle pull through layout so backing in not required," notes a Trap Pond State Park visitor.
Wildlife viewing: Glamping in Houston, Delaware provides excellent bird watching opportunities. "We spent four nights on the island site and loved it. We lucked out and had both sites to ourselves which I recommend. We set up our hammocks on the edge of the water," shares an enthusiast from Trap Pond.
Reservation requirements: Most glamping sites require advance booking, especially during peak season. At Big Oaks Campground, "The campground people were extremely nice, the pool was nice and clean, the camp site was nice and big enough for our larger tent and the bathhouse wasn't to bad either."
Seasonal limitations: Some amenities operate on restricted schedules. "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," explains a Cape Henlopen camper.
Site characteristics: Terrain varies significantly between campgrounds. At Trap Pond, "All are level and sand/grass. There are many trees and reasonable separation between sites (although you can easily see your neighbors)."
Insect preparation: Proximity to water means mosquitoes are common. "Being near the water means the bugs really came out at night so make sure to turn off the outside lights after dark," advises a Trap Pond visitor.
Playground access: Select sites near play areas for convenience. At Killens Pond State Park Campground, "This site is also the closest to the playground. You can't hear the kids on the playground, but it's close enough to be able to send them in a group and call for them."
Water activities: Choose campgrounds with swimming options during summer. "The water park is great and had something for everyone. The area for the younger kids has two small pile and various slides and water features," notes a Killens Pond visitor.
Free equipment rentals: Some parks offer complimentary recreation items. At Trap Pond, "They also had a bike shed where you can sign out bikes for free for the day which was super neat."
Educational opportunities: Nature centers provide learning experiences. "There is a fantastic nature center (FREE) complete with touch tanks and knowledgeable park staff," explains a Cape Henlopen camper.
Site selection: Not all sites accommodate larger vehicles. At Sun Outdoors Cape May, "We had a large pull through lot with our 36 foot fifth wheel. Friends had a tiny lot with their shorter camper. They had no privacy."
Hookup availability: Electric and water connections vary by location. At Trap Pond, "There are 129 sites with water and electricity, eight tent sites, one island site, two yurts, and eight cabins."
Leveling requirements: Some sites require significant adjustment. "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," reports a Trap Pond visitor.
Dump station access: Verify waste disposal options before arrival. "Sites have 30A electric and water with a nearby convenient dump station," notes a camper at Trap Pond State Park.
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