Our other sites
Get A Free World Heritage Guide »
SeatGuru
Family Vacation Critic
Cruise Critic
BookingBuddy
We recommend:
We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.

Lewes

Free Newsletter

Interested in Lewes?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Lewes each week.

  • Save Cape Henlopen State Park
  • E-mail this page

Cape Henlopen State Park


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 15 attractions in Lewes
Traveler Description: This oceanside state park comprises 155 campsites and the Seaside Nature Center.
Familiar with Cape Henlopen State Park? Write your own description and share what you know with other travelers.
Attraction type: Beach, State park, Park
Address: 42 Cape Henlopen Dr. Lewes, DE 19958
Tel: 302-645-6852

Reviews you can trust

[ Date ] [ Rating ]
Save Review
5 of 5 stars
spontaneoustrip   57 contributions
Vienna, VA
Sep 7, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

We visited on August 26; a beautiful clear day. We came specifically to visit the Historic Area while vacationing at Rehoboth Beach. Only about 20 Minutes from the Rehoboth area, it was a visit well taken. There is an $8 charge per vehicle (out of state) entrance charge. Park was well marked to our chosen destination. The observation tower was... more

Save Review
4 of 5 stars
AmericanOdyssey   17 contributions
Reisterstown, Maryland
May 1, 2009

Cape Henlopen State Park is a great camping location. The campgrounds are nice, offering sites with plenty of sun or shade. These sites also include water and fire pits. There are also plenty of well maintained bike and foot trails to Lewes Beach. The restroom facilities are decent. Making on-line reservations is really a plus. Bring insect repellent and check... more

Save Review
5 of 5 stars
daisyferret1   1,300 contributions
Delaware
Apr 27, 2009
7
people found this review helpful

The Cape Henlopen State Park is located in Lewes, Delaware. It is made up of several different sections, including the swimming beaches, the fishing pier, picnic pavillions, the campground, the Observation Tower, Fort Miles historic area, the seaside Nature Center, the Point, the wide open playing fields, youth camps, disc golf and basketball areas, surf fishing beach, many nature trails,... more

Save Review
5 of 5 stars
BEERMEISTER   2 contributions
CLYDE
Dec 10, 2008

The beach is great, and visit the nature center and meet the nice people. more

Save Review
5 of 5 stars
passinthroo   20 contributions
Winchester, Virginia
Sep 26, 2008

This trip was a substitute for our annual trek to the Outer Banks, but it will become a regular destination. Although under 4 hours from several major cities, the park is an oasis of natural beauty. Paved bike paths connect the campground, beach, nature center, fishing pier and park office, and bikes may be borrowed for free between 9 and... more

Save Review
3 of 5 stars
IowaMV   10 contributions
Iowa
Jul 13, 2008
2
people found this review helpful

We enjoyed camping at this park. The location is fantastic-- close to beaches on the Bay side in Lewes, as well as wtihin the park on the Atlantic side. The nearby town of Lewes is attractive and full of nice shops and restaurants. We found most of the people camping near us to be friendly. And the campground was pretty... more

Save Review
5 of 5 stars
OBXBum   39 contributions
Baltimore, Maryland
Sep 4, 2007
5
people found this review helpful

We have fallen in love with the beach at this State Park! Our second trip over Labor Day Weekend. As expected the crowds were large and yet we were never crowded on the beach. The beaches are clean and HUGE! We find the south beach to be less crowded (it is an unguarded beach though). Ample parking. $8US for out-of-state.... more

Save Review
5 of 5 stars
Campnit   2 contributions
Pennsylvania
Jul 6, 2007
9
people found this review helpful

This is our 2nd year tent camping at Cape Henlopen State Park. In 2006 we went in July and it was extremely buggy and the ocean was filled with jellyfish, but we still had fun. This year we wanted to try a different time, so we went June 21-25. Bingo! Must be the perfect time! The only bugs were a... more

loved it
Save Review
4 of 5 stars
markphillips   1 contribution
Montreal, Canada
Sep 6, 2006
3
people found this review helpful

Bike rides to the beach or walk the loop was a1 the only thing that could be improved on is electricty on the lots. We camped at Salisbury Beach in MA and Lake George in NY. Cape Helopen is best by far. more

Save Review
3 of 5 stars
Rogue_Mermaid   6 contributions
Maryland
Aug 29, 2006
17
people found this review helpful

A group of friends and I went camping in Cape Henlopen State Park last weekend (August 25-27, 2006). None of us had any experience with the park so we left it up to the woman making our reservations to pick us two sites next to each other. We had sites #47 and #48. Here's my pro's and con's: Pro's: •... more

Write Your Own Attraction Review

Been to Cape Henlopen State Park? Share your experiences!

Write a Review
Add Photos
Add Videos

Cape Henlopen State Park: Management Resources

TripAdvisor has free and easy resources to help you enhance your listing and promote your property.

  • Start Here - Visit Your Owners' Center
  • Add Photo
  • Add Video

Cape Henlopen State Park Address

42 Cape Henlopen Dr., Lewes, DE 19958
Tel: 302-645-6852