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Rehoboth Beach, Delaware provides a mix of state parks and private campgrounds with options for tent camping, RVs, and cabin rentals within minutes of coastal attractions. Campgrounds near Rehoboth Beach range from state-run sites with water and electric hookups to private resorts with pools and organized activities, giving campers flexible options along Delaware's coast. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground offers year-round accommodations directly in Rehoboth Beach with water and electric hookups, while Cape Henlopen State Park Campground in nearby Lewes features tent sites, RV spaces, and cabin rentals amidst wooded surroundings. Several private campgrounds including Big Oaks Campground, Holly Lake Campsites, and Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay supplement these options with varying levels of amenities and seasonal availability.
The camping season in this coastal region typically runs strongest from April through October, with most private campgrounds operating seasonally while state parks maintain year-round access. "Cape Henlopen camp sites fill up so quickly, and for good reason! After missing out on reservations year after year, this year, we booked a weekend tent site for July back in January," noted one camper, highlighting the need for advance planning during peak summer months. Campgrounds within the area maintain paved roads and modern facilities including showers, restrooms, and in many cases, electrical hookups. Both state park campgrounds provide convenient access to beaches, though Cape Henlopen's beach requires either a mile walk or short drive from the camping area.
Beachside camping near Rehoboth Beach consistently receives positive reviews for its proximity to both natural attractions and urban amenities. Cape Henlopen State Park earns particular praise for its combination of forested campsites, bike trails, and beach access. According to reviews from The Dyrt, the park offers "paved trails to the beach, the bay, nature center and bike trails" along with "clean sites and bath houses." Many campgrounds in the region maintain playgrounds, swimming pools, and organized activities during summer months. The Rehoboth Beach area features over 100 campgrounds and campsites where visitors can enjoy coastal Delaware's natural beauty while staying just minutes from popular beaches and boardwalks. Rehoboth Beach camping options provide the perfect blend of seaside relaxation and outdoor adventure with easy access to Delaware's famous beaches. These diverse camping options around Rehoboth Beach provide excellent bases for exploring Delaware's coastline, whether you're seeking family-friendly campgrounds or more secluded sites. Several private campgrounds provide more resort-style experiences with amenities like markets and organized activities, while the state parks focus on natural settings with hiking trails, fishing access, and historical attractions like Cape Henlopen's World War II observation tower and military bunker.
"Nice facilities, most of the walking trails would have been much for our little guy. It would be an awesome place to have bikes and cruise around."
"He was very thorough about the best showers (with air conditioning), the nature center with trails, bikes to loan, and other things to do."
from $35 - $105 / night
Check Availability"Park Name-Delaware Seashore State Park Date of Stay-June 2018
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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."
from $35 - $352 / night
Check Availability"It is a bit of a ride to Rehoboth Beach but you don’t have to venture out."
"Will be back in the future. 35 min drive to Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk."
"We stayed here for two nights during a three day trip to Rehoboth beach. Very reasonably priced and had a lot for the kids to do."
"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."
from $45 - $70 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $67 / night
Check Availability"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
Check Availability"Stayed in a drive through, patio site with full hook-ups. It was situated on a corner spot. A lot of RV, golf cart, bike, and people traffic due to the location."
"The front of the park is close to the pool and store- if pool noise is a concern you should stay further back. A mix of seasonal,"cabins" and overnight camping. Park was very clean."
"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."
"Great Location and close to Cape May City. 10 min drive to Washington Street Mall. Lots to do during the day."
"Beautiful main building. close to a lovely walking trail."
TravelerMany long term seasonal sites. Good community. Large shower house good and clean . Pool. Game room. Off leash dog park. Wooded/shady sites or no shade sunny sites. Lots of area to walk or play. Large field, basketball couture, frisky golf, play area and laundry room. We were here all summer (June-october). Lots to do in the area. Good food nearby. Ocean city 10 minutes away.
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.
ScoutI’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.
RangerThis 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!
GuideIt 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.
GuidePretty 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
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
Camping near Rehoboth Beach, Delaware offers varied terrain from coastal marshes to inland pine forests, with most sites situated less than 5 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-90°F with high humidity, while spring and fall provide milder conditions with daytime averages of 65-75°F. Mosquitoes are particularly active from June through September, requiring campers to prepare with appropriate repellents and screens.
Kayaking through cypress trees: At Trap Pond State Park Campground, campers can explore unique bald cypress trees from the water. "The hikes in the campground are beautiful. 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," shares a visitor who appreciated the natural and historical elements.
Beach driving access: Delaware Seashore State Park provides specialized opportunities for vehicles on the sand. As one camper noted, "If you want the experience of driving on the beach - go for it!" This activity requires a permit and appropriate vehicle capabilities.
Wildlife observation: Multiple campgrounds offer opportunities to view native species. At Holly Lake Campsites, one visitor mentioned appreciating "the goats, deer and ducks in the pond," providing children and nature enthusiasts with animal encounters without leaving the campground.
Free bicycle rentals: Several state parks offer complimentary bike usage. At Trap Pond, "Bike rentals are free (donations accepted)" according to a recent visitor, making it easy to explore the extensive trail systems without bringing your own equipment.
Combination of forests and beaches: Cape Henlopen State Park Campground receives praise for its dual environments. One visitor noted, "This is a beautiful campground! It is a mile walk to the beach. It has some of the best water and electric hookups I've seen. The tent sites are a good size and have a good mix of shade and sun."
Educational elements: Many campgrounds incorporate learning opportunities into the experience. A Cape Henlopen visitor highlighted, "There is a fantastic nature center (FREE) complete with touch tanks and knowledgeable park staff. Free bike rentals are available, some with baby seats and trailers."
Swimming options beyond the ocean: Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay offers alternative water recreation. "The kids love the night swimming while adults can sit at the swim up bar," commented one guest, appreciating the extended hours that allow for evening water activities.
Historical structures: World War II installations provide unique exploration opportunities at several parks. One camper at Trap Pond noted, "There's a wonderful observation tower built on top of one of these that affords beautiful 360 degree views and photo opportunities."
Reservation timing: Cape Henlopen's popularity requires advance planning. "Sites are close together. I'd recommend renting 2 sites if there are more then 2 in your party," advised one camper about managing the limited space.
Off-season advantages: Several campgrounds offer better experiences outside peak summer months. A Cape Henlopen visitor shared, "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."
Bathroom facility variations: Delaware Seashore State Park Campground offers clean but basic amenities. One camper noted, "Reasonably clean, especially being so close to the ocean. No garbage receptacle which was slightly annoying. The utility hooks are outside of the showers compromising some privacy."
Site privacy considerations: Campgrounds differ significantly in site separation. One camper at Delaware Seashore observed, "There is zero privacy/separation between sites, but this is the price you pay for easy and close beach access!"
Playground accessibility: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches offers dedicated children's facilities. "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!" shared one visitor, highlighting the family-focused amenities.
Water activities for different ages: Many campgrounds have modified water features beyond natural bodies of water. A visitor to Jellystone noted, "Great for a long getaway or a quick one like ours. Loved our stay. It was clean and full of fun."
Junior ranger programs: State parks offer educational opportunities specifically designed for children. A Cape Henlopen visitor recommended, "There is a nice nature center (FREE) with touch tanks and knowledgeable park staff," providing engaging learning experiences for kids.
Tent site selection: When camping with children at Big Oaks Campground, location matters. "My wife and I took our 2 grandkids on their first real camping trip. They had a blast. The campground people were extremely nice, the pool was nice and clean, the camp site was nice and big enough for our larger tent," reported one satisfied camper.
Site leveling preparations: Many campgrounds require additional equipment. At Trap Pond, an RVer noted, "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."
Campsite dimensions: Verify actual space measurements when booking. At Sun Outdoors Cape May, a visitor warned, "Sites were a little too close to each other. I'd recommend renting 2 sites if there are more then 2 in your party."
Hookup quality considerations: Electric and water connections vary significantly between parks. One Cape Henlopen visitor specifically mentioned, "It has some of the best water and electric hookups I've seen," which can be particularly important for RV campers requiring stable utilities.
Pull-through availability: Some sites offer easier access. A visitor to Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay shared, "They also offer different types of sites, some gravel, some paved and some with concrete patios and nice furniture included," highlighting the importance of selecting the appropriate site type for your specific RV setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best campgrounds near Rehoboth Beach?
Two top-rated campgrounds near Rehoboth Beach are Delaware Seashore State Park Campground and Cape Henlopen State Park Campground. Delaware Seashore offers an ideal location between Rehoboth/Dewey and Bethany Beach, with easy access to both touristy and secluded beaches. The park features beautiful waterfront views, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, Indian River, and Indian River Bay. Cape Henlopen provides excellent facilities, walking trails, nice beaches, and an awesome playground. It's conveniently located near both Lewes and Rehoboth Beach towns, making it perfect for exploring the area.
Is tent camping available at Rehoboth Beach, Delaware?
Yes, tent camping is available near Rehoboth Beach at several campgrounds. Big Oaks Campground offers reasonably priced tent sites a short drive from Rehoboth Beach. It features well-maintained facilities including a pool and bathrooms, plus activities for kids. Brumbleys Family Park in nearby Milton also accommodates tent campers with a nice pool and central pond. The campground is well-kept though somewhat dated, with its main appeal being proximity to Rehoboth Beach and other coastal attractions.
How close are Delaware beach campgrounds to the ocean at Rehoboth?
Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay is situated directly on Rehoboth Bay with its own private beach. While it's not on the Atlantic Ocean, it offers waterfront camping with a beach experience. The resort does require a short drive to reach Rehoboth's ocean beaches. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches is another option located inland but within easy driving distance to Rehoboth Beach. Most campgrounds in the area require a 10-20 minute drive to reach the Atlantic Ocean beaches at Rehoboth, though several offer water access on bays or inlets.
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