Best Dog-Friendly 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 Dog-Friendly Sites in Delaware (26)

    1. Cape Henlopen State Park Campground

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

    $30 - $99 / night

    "There is also a section of walk-in tent sites, each with 1 parking spot semi close by. (Bring a wagon if you stay at one of these)."

    "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."

    2. Delaware Seashore State Park Campground

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

    $146 / night

    "It was almost hard to sit outside. The weather was sunny but cooler than we’d hoped. Our site faced the inlet and bridge which was beautiful but again with the wind we couldn’t sit outside much."

    "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

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

    $22 / night

    "We hiked the 7.5mile lake trail with our two pups. It was beautiful and along the way there were opportunities to kayak/sup, beach it, or even play on a ropes course."

    "The site itself was set back some, and felt secluded while still being near the parking area.

    Walk to bathrooms and camp store was on the longer side."

    4. 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."

    "We were able to get a yurt as a walk up after the office closed thanks to the help of a kind staff member. The yurt was cozy and had a waterfront view of the pond."

    5. Sun Outdoors Rehoboth Bay

    21 Reviews
    Ocean View, DE
    Website
    +1 (302) 947-2600

    "Restaurants, bars, pool, beach, dog park and beach, game room, well stocked store, the list goes on and on. We had to cancel this years trip there but just took a day trip and stopped in."

    "Very pet friendly which is huge for us. It is a bit of a ride to Rehoboth Beach but you don’t have to venture out."

    6. Killens Pond State Park Campground

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

    $22 - $89 / 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

    11 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!"

    "It had great amenities, pool, bathhouse, playground and is dog friendly! Check in was easy and so was check out."

    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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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews in Delaware

336 Reviews of 26 Delaware Campgrounds



Guide to Delaware

Delaware offers a variety of pet-friendly camping options, allowing you to enjoy the great outdoors with your furry companions. From scenic parks to well-equipped campgrounds, there’s something for every pet owner.

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