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Best Campgrounds in Delaware

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With more than 150 miles of trails, great coastal and inland fishing, and 20 state parks and forests, there are plenty of choices for camping in Delaware. Whether you like the convenience of an RV or the simplicity of a tent, camping in Delaware has many of options for outdoorsy visitors.

The most popular campground is Delaware Seashore State Park, a beach park just a few minutes' drive from the summer hotspot of Dewey Beach. Tent campers and RVers alike love the closeness to the Atlantic beaches and the calm coastal bays – six miles of sand and sun just steps away from your chosen campsite, with plenty of full-hookup spots.

During the summer, Delaware Seashore has beach wheelchairs available first-come, first-serve, and mobility mats allow standard wheelchairs access at Towers Ocean and South Inlet locations. For family members or friends who want to have a beach experience but don’t like camping, the Cottages at Indian River Inlet are a great close-by relaxing destination.

Many also campers like to enjoy the restaurants, bars and nightlife in Dewey Beach, about a mile north of the park. Dewey Beach offers plenty of watersports, eateries, dancing and live music for a great change of pace from a day of sunning and swimming.

A few miles north along Delaware’s Route One is Cape Henlopen State Park, a dream spot for lovers of nature and history. Formerly a World War II fort – Delaware’s shoreline is dotted with old military fire control towers – Cape Henlopen offers access to both calm Delaware Bay waters and Atlantic surf, as well as miles of shady wooded trails for hiking and bicycling through coastal marshes. Camping in Delaware at Cape Henlopen means you’re tucked into sandy woodland sites with picnic tables, campfires and plenty of pine trees, with small cottages also available.

If you're looking to escape summer crowds but still enjoy the beach, campers can drive about 10 miles south to Fenwick Island State Park, featuring three miles of beaches on the barrier island. Known as the "Quiet Beach," the ocean and bayside park is sandwiched between Ocean City, Maryland, and the "Quiet Resorts" of Bethany Beach, South Bethany, and Fenwick Island.

If the beaches aren’t your speed, the state has plenty of inland parks and forests which offer a range of opportunities and fun for camping in Delaware - from Trap Pond’s primeval-looking water trails perfect for canoeing and kayaking to Lums Pond’s treetop daredevil ropes course and ziplines. Wherever your plans take you, The Dyrt is your guide to the best tips, tricks and insider advice for a great time camping in Delaware.

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Best Camping Sites in Delaware (35)

    1. Cape Henlopen State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Lewes, DE
    Website
    +1 (302) 645-2103

    $35 - $105 / 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."

    2. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

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

    $35 - $352 / 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."

    3. Lums Pond State Park Campground

    48 Reviews
    Kirkwood, DE
    Website
    +1 (302) 368-6989

    $27 - $45 / night

    "Great place to stay and check out “Lower, slower Delaware.”"

    "Near an Ape Adventure park, hike around lake, and any shopping or restaurants you might want are close by. It rained heavy so we didn’t get out much but walk around camp loop is nice and flat."

    4. Trap Pond State Park Campground

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

    $27 - $65 / 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."

    "I am a Delawarean at heart, and number one on my list of favorite Delaware parks is Trap Pond. The tent and RV sites are clean, but not so much that it feels unnatural."

    5. Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay

    22 Reviews
    Ocean View, DE
    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."

    6. Killens Pond State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    Felton, DE
    Website
    +1 (302) 284-4526

    $27 - $103 / night

    "First time staying overnight at a campground in Delaware. The cabins are tiny on the inside but that porch really provides very useful space.
    No paper towels, soap or kitchen utensils."

    "Delaware seemed short on camping options and this one was probably top of the line 40 years ago. It's dated in every way, but it's in a good spot.

    Seemed to have some residents mixed in."

    7. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches

    12 Reviews
    Milford, DE
    Website
    +1 (302) 491-6614

    "Campground well maintained and relatively quiet given its peak season for Delaware beaches. Off the beaten path from beach noise but does require a 15-30 minute drive to popular beaches."

    "Close proximity to the beach. Lots of family friendly activities. Full stocked camp store."

    8. Treasure Beach RV Park & Campground

    10 Reviews
    Fenwick Island, DE
    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."

    "five with young children, we were thrilled to find a campground that offered an abundance of activities and conveniences to keep everyone entertained and happy, and with restaurants and activities nearby"

    9. Tall Pine Campground

    9 Reviews
    Houston, DE
    Website
    +1 (302) 684-0300

    $67 / night

    "I actually forgot it was in Delaware since it’s so close to where we grew up as kids in jersey!"

    "A quick drive to the beaches and a gorgeous rail trail! Everyone was extremely friendly and welcoming which was the biggest selling point for us."

    10. Big Oaks Campground

    9 Reviews
    Rehoboth Beach, DE
    Website
    +1 (302) 645-6838

    $45 - $70 / night

    "Close to the beach, state park, the outlets and a great bike path . Note, they only accept cash, but ATM is close if you forget. Worth a visit if you want a beach vacation."

    "Plus we weren't that far away from the beach and water. The grandkids keep asking when we are going again."

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  • 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.

  • Matt S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 27, 2025

    Lums Pond State Park Campground

    A Gem Among State Campgrounds

    We spent a long weekend with family at Lums Pond State Park Campground and so glad we did. 

    We paid $46 per night plus fees for a FHU 50 Amp Back-in site(#56). 

    This place is a gem, even among nice state parks. 

    THINGS I LIKED: 

    • Easy access from I-95 

    • Beautiful park setting with fantastic site— spacious, level, good-working hookups, and paved 

    • Friendly and helpful staff 

    • Great state park with lots to do (kayaking, biking, and more) 

    THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE SO MUCH: 

    • There’s nothing we didn’t like about this place 

    WOULD WE COME BACK? 

    • Absolutely, this is a nice place with plenty to do
  • 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

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 11, 2025

    Killens Pond State Park Campground

    Quiet visit with nature

    First time staying overnight at a campground in Delaware. The cabins are tiny on the inside but that porch really provides very useful space.
    No paper towels, soap or kitchen utensils. Everything is clean. Sandy soil and plenty of flying bugs. What is just a short walk from campground.

  • Emily G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 19, 2025

    Dover AFB Famcamp

    Relaxing

    We enjoyed the campsite. The weather was wonderful. Cherry trees in bloom. Restrooms clean.

  • Adam and Suzanne B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 18, 2025

    Cape Henlopen State Park Campground

    Very busy campground

    This is a VERY busy campground. Rigs in and out daily and nearly always full. None of the sites are level. Sites are mostly small and close together. 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. Park has a nature center, beaches, bike trails, history if you are interested. Bath houses were fine. Near lots of shopping and restaurants.

  • Saymith B.
    Mar. 28, 2025

    Bethany Beach Training Site

    Great place for military families

    We've stayed here on multiple occasions. The trailers are great and equipped with everything you need. Ours had 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, and a living room. Another time, we brought our own RV. Great water pressure and electric hookup. They have additional showers available in a separate building. Very clean with hot water. There's a small playground and a walking/running track. There's a pond you can use a canoe. They rent them in the office. The laundry facilities are amazing! I love to go here and return home without tons of stuff to wash (and it's free!). The facilities are very safe. The gate is operated 24/7 by a security guard. I feel very safe here with my kids even when they're playing on the road since the speed limit is 15 mph (I think). The staff here is always very friendly and helpful. There is nothing to buy once you're here and if you have something delivered they will have to meet you at the gate.

    The beach and the shops are about 2-5 minute drive max. Beware, finding a parking spot at the beach is tough and not the cheapest.

    It is a great town and we love it. I am grateful we have this available to us since we don't have many weekends together!

  • Joe R.
    Mar. 23, 2025

    Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

    Windy!

    We got a site to stay on our way through to OBX. We booked and arrived after hours, which wasn’t an issue as they were like 3% occupied. Sites were pretty level (within 2 inches) and had centrally located bathhouse. We were at the north campground. The winds were nuts and over 50mph. We switched sites to spare our slide side, so caution to look at windy before going. The views of the bridge were amazing. The noise of the coast guard waking up is alarming, but neat. It was trumpets and sounded like a horse race at 7am!

Guide to Delaware

Camping in Delaware offers a mix of beautiful nature and family-friendly activities. Whether you're pitching a tent or rolling in with an RV, there's something for everyone.

What to do

What campers like

  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many campers appreciate the peaceful environment. One reviewer at G & R Campground said, “Nice quiet campground. Older but clean.”
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like Deep Branch Family Campground are great for kids. A camper shared, “Lots of room for kids to run or ride bikes.”
  • Clean Facilities: Clean bathrooms and well-maintained sites are a plus. A visitor at Redden State Forest Campground mentioned, “The campsites are well maintained, clean and for the most part, it’s quiet.”

What you should know

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Redden State Forest Campground, have few facilities. A reviewer pointed out, “A pretty small very full out house was about all that is offered.”
  • Bug Awareness: Bugs can be a nuisance, especially at certain sites. One camper at Deep Branch Family Campground warned, “FLIES - idk if this is something they can do anything about.”
  • Reservations Required: Some campgrounds now require reservations, like Redden State Forest Campground. A visitor noted, “This is no longer a first come, first served campground.”

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Spots: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids, like Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches. A parent said, “There are a TON of mostly free activities for kids, which is awesome.”
  • Plan for Bugs: Bring bug spray to keep the little ones comfortable. One camper at Deep Branch Family Campground mentioned, “The bathrooms/showers were ok... They seemed clean but were outdated.”
  • Check for Amenities: Make sure to check what facilities are available. A camper at G & R Campground said, “The bathhouse had the same dirt on the floor for 3 days.”

Tips from RVers

  • Know Your Size: Some campgrounds have size restrictions. A reviewer at Redden State Forest Campground noted, “Nothing over 25 ft allowed.”
  • Be Prepared for Limited Hookups: Campgrounds like Redden State Forest Campground don’t offer electric or water hookups. A visitor mentioned, “There is firewood, but it is not free.”
  • Check Road Conditions: Some roads can be tight for larger RVs. A camper at Deep Branch Family Campground said, “The road through the campsite is a bit tight, but we were able to navigate our 37 foot motorhome.”

Camping in Delaware has its quirks, but with the right preparation, it can be a fantastic experience for everyone involved!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping options are available in Delaware state parks?

Delaware state parks offer diverse camping options. Cape Henlopen State Park Campground provides RV sites with water and electric hookups, featuring sites of varying sizes and three dump stations. Lums Pond State Park Campground is another state park option for campers. Most Delaware state parks with camping facilities offer a mix of RV and tent sites, with some providing cabin rentals. Facilities typically include water and electric hookups, dump stations, restrooms, and shower facilities. State park campgrounds are generally well-maintained and offer recreational activities specific to their location, from beach access to hiking trails and water activities.

What are the best campgrounds in Delaware for families?

Delaware Seashore State Park Campground is excellent for families, offering proximity to both tourist beaches and quieter shores. The park is uniquely situated between the Atlantic Ocean, Indian River, and Indian River Bay, providing diverse water activities. Families particularly appreciate the clean bathhouses and the ability to walk to the beach. Another family-friendly option is Trap Pond State Park Campground, which features pull-through sites with electric and water hookups. The campground is pet-friendly and offers a variety of recreational activities, making it ideal for end-of-season family trips.

Where can I find Delaware campgrounds with cabin accommodations?

Killens Pond State Park Campground offers cabin accommodations, though they're described as compact inside with spacious porches that provide additional useful space. These cabins are a good option for those wanting a camping experience without pitching a tent. Trap Pond State Park Campground also offers cabins in its Loop E area, alongside tent camping sites. For private campgrounds with cabin options, consider Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches, which typically offers family-friendly cabin rentals with amenities designed for children.

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