Cabins near Dover, Delaware offer overnight accommodations within several state parks and private campgrounds. The Atlantic Coastal Plain topography features minimal elevation changes with sandy soils and mixed pine-hardwood forests typical of the Delmarva Peninsula. Winter cabin rentals remain available at select locations when temperatures average 30-45°F, while summer cabin options expand significantly when temperatures reach 75-90°F with high humidity.
What to do
Fishing access points: At Martinak State Park Campground, waterfront locations provide excellent fishing opportunities. "Beautiful waterfront great for kayaking and water sports. No real hiking trails. Overall small quiet campground," notes one visitor. The park offers direct river access from multiple points.
Kayaking and canoeing: Water activities are popular at Tuckahoe State Park Campground, located 45 minutes from Dover. "There is opportunity to see a great night sky if the clouds stay away," mentions one camper. The park features a river system with marked water trails accessible directly from the campground.
Historical exploration: World War II history awaits at Cape Henlopen State Park Campground, where military installations remain accessible. "It also has historic ruins from ww2. The cape is amazing. You can walk into the water for what seems like miles and it only gets up to your shins," explains a reviewer. The observation towers provide educational opportunities year-round.
What campers like
Wooded privacy: Many cabins at Tuckahoe State Park offer more seclusion than other area options. "Two thumbs up on this small campground with spacious, wooded sites! Lots of shade and trees on large sites and space between sites make this a pleasant campground," reports one visitor. The tent and cabin loop features more natural settings than the electric loop.
Year-round accessibility: Winter cabin options exist at Delaware Seashore State Park Campground, though prepare for coastal winds. "We got a site to stay on our way through to OBX. 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," warns one winter camper.
Kid-friendly amenities: Family cabins at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park At Delaware Beaches include access to water features and planned activities. "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," notes a first-time camper.
What you should know
Size limitations: Some cabin sites have unexpected space constraints. "We rented site 21, blind. The web site does not say site 21 is extremely small. We have a 25' camper, and it barely fit, length and with were an issue. The firepit was about 3-4 feet from our door," warns a Tuckahoe visitor. Many parks do not clearly indicate site dimensions online.
Cabin furnishings: Interior amenities vary significantly between parks. "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," explains a Killens Pond visitor.
Bathroom access: Not all cabins include private facilities. "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," notes a Delaware Seashore camper regarding the central facilities.
Tips for camping with families
Playground proximity: When booking cabins with children, consider location within the campground. "The site was uphill and at a difficult angle. This site and the one next to it are the closest to the port-a-potties. This does mean that people may walk through or right near your site to get to them, but everyone around us was in an RV and it wasn't an issue. This site is also the closest to the playground," reports an Elk Neck State Park Campground visitor.
Activities for rainy days: Pack indoor games for unpredictable weather. "Despite being booked for the Memorial Day weekend, this campground was quaint and very quiet. There was a creek behind our site, playgrounds, hiking trails, and boat rentals available within a short walk," notes a Tuckahoe camper.
Animal encounters: Consider cabin rentals at facilities with animal interaction. "Found this spot on harvest host, but they let us stay a couple nights. Very sweet spot. Quiet, play ground, pond, mini golf and animals!" shares a visitor to Adventures Await Retreat, noting the farm animals provide entertainment for children.
Tips from RVers
Off-season advantages: Winter and shoulder season cabin rentals offer greater 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," advises a Cape Henlopen visitor.
Cabin alternatives: RV owners with tent experience can evaluate cabin options against their own equipment. "I've stayed in one of the really nice cabins. The cabins are great for families, but do not allow pets," notes a Cape Henlopen visitor, highlighting important pet restrictions.
Winter hookups: Year-round cabin camping means varying utility access. "Finished the season at this state park in MD with full hook up (20, 30, and 50 amp, water and sewer) and the water was still on in November. Bathhouses were open with hot water," reports an Elk Neck visitor, confirming winter facility operation.
