Camping near Little Creek, Delaware offers recreational opportunities within 30 miles of the small Kent County town. The region sits on the coastal plain with elevations rarely exceeding 30 feet above sea level. Sandy soils predominate throughout the area campgrounds, and humidity levels remain high even in spring and fall camping seasons.
What to do
Water recreation access points: At Killens Pond State Park Campground, visitors can rent kayaks and paddle boats for exploring the pond. "The boat rentals are reasonable. Can't swim only in water park but only 20/40 minutes to beaches. Trails around pond are taken care of quite well," notes Linda K.
Historical exploration: Cape Henlopen State Park Campground features military structures from WWII. "The historic aspect of the Cape amazed me. It was a site for WWII soldiers to watch for enemy invaders. The towers are still there," reports Jennifer S.
Cycling opportunities: Bike rental services operate at several parks within 30 minutes of Little Creek. "Free bike rentals are available, some with baby seats and trailers," at Cape Henlopen according to a visitor.
Nature programs: Lums Pond State Park Campground offers structured activities for learning about local ecology. "They have a really nice playground for kids (which is separate from the campground). You can rent kayaks, canoes and fishing gear," writes a reviewer.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Tuckahoe State Park Campground offers well-spaced campsites within a 30-minute drive from Little Creek. "Small by some State Park standards, Tuckahoe offers two loops: a tent/cabin site, and an electric site for RVs. The sites are well maintained," notes Bill G.
Clean facilities: Military personnel appreciate Dover AFB Famcamp's maintained amenities. "There is also a bath house with 2 toilets & 1 shower in the men's & women's area and a laundry with one washer & one dryer (coin operated)," reports Lisa K.
Cabin options: Blackbird State Forest Campground provides more rustic camping alternatives with minimal facilities. "Only 8 sites in the campground, very spaced apart. Each site has lots of room, very much enjoyed our stay and will return! No running water- only port a potties but they were clean," shares Sarah M.
Wildlife viewing: Multiple campgrounds within 30 minutes of Little Creek provide wildlife observation opportunities. "We saw bald eagles and great blue heron," mentions a camper at Elk Neck State Park, showing the diverse bird species present in the region.
What you should know
Reservation windows: Most campgrounds near Little Creek require advanced planning during peak season. At Lums Pond, a camper advises: "Book early because it fills up fast!"
Access requirements: Military credentials are needed for some camping options. "This campground is on Dover Air Force Base so you must be able to access the base with a Department of Defense identification card," explains a Dover AFB Famcamp reviewer.
Site selection: Martinak State Park Campground offers varied site layouts within 30 miles of Little Creek. "Campsites and bathrooms are clean. Beautiful waterfront great for kayaking and water sports. No real hiking trails. Overall small quiet campground," notes Laura M.
Seasonal considerations: Swimming facilities operate on limited schedules at most campgrounds. "Water park gets filled to capacity very quick," warns a Killens Pond visitor, suggesting early arrival for water activities.
Tips for camping with families
Water parks: G & R Campground provides swimming options for children. "Very quiet, took my grandson and him and my husband had the pool all to themselves," shares Janet P.
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds offer play equipment for different age groups. "There's a small swingset in the loop and a larger, newer playground," notes a visitor to Martinak State Park.
Activity planning: Families should consider parks with structured programming. "Staff did excellent job with alternate activities due to weather during our stay," reports a camper at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park, where themed activities run throughout the season.
Space considerations: Some campgrounds offer more room between sites than others. "The tent site was big with lots of choice locations for your tent. There is a lot of privacy between the tent sites because of the trees," shares a Cape Henlopen visitor.
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Full service sites exist but vary by park. "Sites are full hook up with about 5 tent sites. All are pretty much level. Close to shopping if needed," explains an RVer at Lums Pond.
Site dimensions: Pay attention to campground specifications when booking. "The sites are pretty close together with no real trees or privacy in between, at least where I was located," warns an RVer at Killens Pond.
Leveling requirements: Terrain varies across the region's campgrounds. "The road on the FHU loop is narrow and hilly. Our site was uphill and at a difficult angle," notes an RVer at Elk Neck State Park.
Bathroom access: Consider site location relative to facilities. "Some engineering genius put the bath houses furthest from the people that need them most. Tent campers...keep your shoes handy, it's a hike," advises an RVer at Lums Pond.
