Best Equestrian Camping in Delaware

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.

Best Equestrian Sites in Delaware (4)

    1. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Bethany Beach, DE
    Website
    +1 (302) 227-3071

    $146 / 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."

    2. Lums Pond State Park Campground

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

    $22 / night

    "There are some equestrian and tent sites as well.

    Lots of boating (electric motors only) and kayaking on the pond and a decent amount of hiking."

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

    3. Trap Pond State Park Campground

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

    $56 / 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."

    4. Blackbird State Forest Campground

    6 Reviews
    Townsend, DE
    Website
    +1 (302) 653-6505

    $25 / night

    "The only thing about this site specifically is the trail was close by so you’d occasionally see people walking by but not enough that it didn’t still feel secluded."

    "I was only one in the forest ATM but saw some hikers occasionally throughout the day walking by."

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Guide to Delaware

Delaware offers a fantastic experience for horse camping enthusiasts, with several campgrounds providing excellent amenities and access to scenic trails.

Tips for equestrian camping in Delaware

  • At Trap Pond State Park Campground, you can enjoy spacious campsites equipped with fire rings and picnic tables, perfect for relaxing after a day of riding.

Equestrian campgrounds include ample facilities

Most campgrounds have horse-friendly activities

  • Lums Pond State Park Campground offers access to nearby trails and a peaceful environment, making it an ideal spot for both horse riding and enjoying nature.