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Delaware Seashore State Park Campground does not offer dedicated horse facilities. Located in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, this campground primarily accommodates tent, RV, and cabin camping with amenities that include electric hookups, water access, showers, and restrooms. The campground provides level sites with full hookups for RVs, but lacks horse corrals or equestrian-specific amenities. Sites are tightly packed with limited privacy and no shade trees for shelter. The campground experiences drainage issues during rainstorms, which particularly affects tent camping areas.
The campground sits between Route 1 and the bay, offering easy beach access within a short walking distance. Campers can utilize nearby recreational opportunities including fishing, swimming, and access to both bay and ocean beaches. While Delaware Seashore State Park remains popular for its waterfront location, equestrians seeking horse-friendly facilities should look elsewhere as the campground does not accommodate horses or provide trail riding opportunities. The facility's proximity to Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, and Bethany Beach makes it convenient for water-based recreation, but the lack of bridle trails or horse facilities makes it unsuitable for equestrian camping. Bathhouses are clean but can become crowded during peak season.
"We stayed in a full hook up site, and we found the campground to be clean, well maintained and so close to the beach."
"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."
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from $35 - $352 / 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."
from $25 / night
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
GuideEnjoyed the stay here June 19-21, 2026, in the tents-only section at a campground just 10 minutes from home. I've lived near this campground for 45 of my 66 years but never camped there.
The cramped campsites always turned me off but my wife and I decided to try it as a test run when we bought all new camping gear after not camping for 15 years(well, except for the 40-year-old Coleman stove that still works).
The campsites are tight and strictly BYOS(Bring Your Own Shade). The weather cooperated with temps in the low 80s and cool westerly winds. Because this campground sits adjacent to the Atlantic Ocean, Indian River Inlet and Indian River Bay, it fills up on weekends for camping, beach-going, fishing, kayaking and other water activities. I'd suggest going weekdays if you can.
Even with all the people, though, it was mostly quiet. The traffic from the Indian River Inlet bridge didn't bother me much but it did keep my wife up the first night. The bridge lights up at night and looks most spectacular at sunrise.
We ate dinner at camp the first night and then went to the inlet walkway to watch the sun set. The sunsets over the Indian River Bay, serenaded by the U.S. Coast Guard station's bugle calls with the lowering of the colors at its station at the north side campground, are a must. We also got to see a green heron foraging on the rockpiles and a dolphin swimming through the inlet. Fishermen lined the walkway to add to the atmosphere.
The next morning we drove over to the north side of the inlet to the Burton's Island trail-- another first for me. The trail was probably a mile or so and took about an hour, though it looked like we could have gone further into the brush had we not been wearing shorts and t-shirts. We came across a horseshoe crab traveling along a dirt path and a turtle trying to hide itself under downed tree branches. Blue water surrounded us in the marshes.
An excellent dinner at Matt's Fish House capped off our anniversary and we returned to the campground to watch the sunset again.
The bathrooms were well-placed. They were mostly clean but the five-second" Navy shower" intervals in the showers were annoying. There's no water or electric at the tent sites but a high-powered community water tap works for cleaning dishes.
The ban on open fires at the campground did disappoint. There is a community fire pit but no one used it our two nights there.
Oh, I can't forget the Diamondback turtles. Be careful driving so you don't hit them as they wander through the campground. We saw several lay eggs on the sand volleyball court and one scurried through our campsite and under our picnic table on its way to points unknown. The picnic table at each site is heavy but movable.
The people were friendly even in such crowded conditions. Lots of kids on bikes, skateboards and scooters and at the playground. Basically, you don't come here as much for the camping as you do for the water sports and activities.
As a tent camper, I'd opt for the tent-only loops versus the Standard sites that accommodate tents and small RVs and popups. Our tent-only loops looked less congested than the Standard sites.
I'd give this campground 4.5 stars. It would be an easy 5 if not for the crowded conditions.
LegendWe 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!
LegendGeneral: There are two units to this state park campground - one north of the Charles W. Cullen Memorial Bridge and one on the south side. We stayed on the south side, so this review focuses on this part of the park. The south side has over 300 campsites, some with hookups and some without. I don’t know what the difference is between the designated tent sites and the sites with no hookups. Regardless of which type of site you choose, there is NO privacy/separation between sites, however, we were there on a Monday the week after Memorial Day and while the sites with the hookups were completely full, there were plenty of empty non-hookup sites.
Site Quality: All of the non-hookup sites are sand/grass/gravel and completely level; the hookup sites have paved camper pads (and are also level). As mentioned above, there is zero privacy/separation between sites, but this is the price you pay for easy and close beach access!
Bath/Shower house: 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. I didn’t use the shower so I cannot comment further.
Activities/Amenities: This is a popular fishing spot on the inlet. There is direct access to the beach under the bridge where there are restaurants, concessions, and other activities at the Big Chill Beach Club. There is also a pedestrian walkway on the bridge which was kind of cool. The playground is large and modern. There is a camper store, but it was not open when we were there. The dumpsters are a bit of a walk depending on where your site is located. Our site was almost directly under the bridge (and also a power pole!) but this was cool, especially at night when the bridge was lit up.
I’m glad we were not there on a weekend OR in the hookup sites; we had no neighbors directly on either side of us so it felt more private, but I would imagine that on weekends when all sites are completely full, it would be a different story!
Scoutsuper pretty. shower up in the dark but was super easy to navigate with a map. people super friendly.
GuideWe took our travel trailer down for a long weekend at the end of the season. It was pretty full, but didn't feel crowded. There are a few (seasonal) restaurants with in a few minutes walk/drive.
There is an unmarked speed bump on the way in, so go SLOOW.
TravelerSpent a weekend in BO1, spacious campsite, grill, picnic table, firepit, parking for 2-3 cars plus overflow parking. Firewood was easy to get and was plenty of it. I was only one in the forest ATM but saw some hikers occasionally throughout the day walking by.
GuideWe stayed here on our way down to South Carolina so we didn’t get to spend too much time exploring but we got a little taste of this beach-side campground.
It was located inland next to a bridge on the South side of the Indian River inlet. I understand there is a Northside of the campground too, on the other side of the inlet. We pulled in at night and didn’t have trouble finding our site, it’s very flat with no trees so you have good visibility. We had an electric hook up, picnic table, and there was a shared dump station on the grounds. The lot was sandy and level, easy to level. Unfortunately, there was a big rainstorm that night so some of the sites were flooded, tent campers were rained out.
The bath houses were okay, hard to keep clean especially after the rain we got, but they were also very smelly inside and out. The bridge was also stinky. Pretty sure the smells were amplified by the hot, humid air, not sure if it’s like that all of the time.
The beach is super close! We went to take our dog for a walk and, though the tide was in, it was shallow enough for me to walk out a bit. It was dark so I can’t comment on cleanliness but we heard from locals it’s a nice beach.
We were very close to Dewey Beach and stopped at Nalu for a drink. I loved the tiki bar theme and everyone was so nice, we even made a few new friends.
TravelerThe amenities are good and nearby nice, but expensive restaurant within walking distance. You can go out on a fishing boat in the ocean on the north side of the inlet. There are virtually no trees here and none in tent camping areas. Bring your own shade.
Delaware Seashore State Park Campground sits between Route 1 and the bay, accommodating tent, RV, and cabin camping across two units - north and south of the Charles W. Cullen Memorial Bridge. The campground's flat terrain offers no natural shade and experiences significant winds due to its coastal location. Tent camping areas face drainage challenges during rainstorms, while RV sites provide full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections.
Beach access: The campground provides direct beach access within a short 5-minute walk from most sites. Sam D. notes, "The campsite is great, and very close to the beach. The amenities are pretty solid overall, which is nice too."
Fishing opportunities: The inlet area near Delaware Seashore State Park Campground serves as a popular fishing spot. According to one camper, "This is a popular fishing spot on the inlet," making it suitable for anglers seeking coastal species.
Visit nearby beaches: The campground's location provides convenient access to multiple beach towns. One visitor explains, "You are close to rehobeth broadwalk or ocean city," allowing campers to explore different coastal communities during their stay.
Bay side water access: For families with children, the calmer waters on the bay side offer safer swimming conditions. Rich E. mentions, "we like the bay side for the kids no waves," highlighting this benefit for those traveling with younger campers.
Nighttime bridge views: Many campers appreciate the illuminated bridge visible from the campground. Dawn T. shares, "My favorite thing is at night when the rt.1 bridge lights up blue. Love that bridge," creating a scenic nighttime view unique to this location.
Modern playground facilities: Blackbird State Forest Campground offers more secluded camping with spacious sites. One reviewer states, "Each site has lots of room, very much enjoyed our stay and will return!" This provides a contrasting experience to the more compact Delaware Seashore sites.
Wind conditions: The coastal location means persistent wind conditions that can affect camping comfort. Joe R. warns, "The winds were nuts and over 50mph. We switched sites to spare our slide side, so caution to look at windy before going."
Site spacing and privacy: Sites at Delaware Seashore are positioned close together with minimal separation. One camper notes, "There is zero privacy/separation between sites, but this is the price you pay for easy and close beach access!"
Natural odors: During certain seasons, decomposing marine life can create strong odors at the campground. William H. mentions, "The only negative was how bad it smelled from all the dead horseshoe crabs!" This natural occurrence peaks during specific times of the year.
Consider campsite location: Request sites farther from the bridge if possible for younger children. One camper observes, "The noise of the coast guard waking up is alarming, but neat. It was trumpets and sounded like a horse race at 7am!"
Plan for flooding: Tent campers should prepare for potential water issues. Nicole S. warns, "However, it does flood in the rain," suggesting elevated tent platforms or waterproof ground covers are advisable.
Group camping options: Delaware Seashore State Park Campground accommodates larger family gatherings with designated areas. Nicole S. shares, "Took a group of 20 tent camping here and it went great! Have done it for multiple years now and every time it is a great experience."
Site dimensions: RV campers should verify site dimensions before booking. One experienced camper reports, "Sites were a bit tight; I believe online it says they're 45x30 but I find that hard to believe. Our trailer is almost 38 feet and we only had a little room left over."
Hookup options: Full service sites with paved pads are available but book quickly during peak seasons. A reviewer notes, "All of the non-hookup sites are sand/grass/gravel and completely level; the hookup sites have paved camper pads (and are also level)."
Weekday camping advantages: For those seeking more space, weekday camping offers better site availability and quieter conditions. One camper observed, "we were there on a Monday the week after Memorial Day and while the sites with the hookups were completely full, there were plenty of empty non-hookup sites."
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