Gordons Pond
Gordons Pond
4.5
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Newburgh, NY7 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
The trail is marked 2.6 miles, that is to the point and not round trip as far as I can tell. We walked a little over a half mile and it started to rain so we turned back. Our second attempt that afternoon we got to the first lookout point where the towers from WWII are visible but then turned back because of time and a dinner reservation. We never got to see the walkways others have posted. The pond was rather depleted of water. I think they drain it in spring. But still it was a lovely walk (we were the only walkers, lots of biker passing us by). Between the pond and the boardwalk, I got 12000 steps in one day, so that made me happy!
Written March 25, 2023
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Justin W
York, PA5,348 contributions
Jul 2021 • Solo
This trail is amazing. It circles a pond and is far removed from the busy Rehoboth Beach. Be ready for a walk in the woods as most of the trail is wooded. There is a bridge that overlooks the pond as and gives views of two towers used to monitor for any potential German invasion during WWII. Very peaceful place to walk.
Written July 17, 2021
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Steve W
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Aug 2022
this is a great walk, Unfortunately we hated the town. Like a strip mall. We found the people unfriendly and resentful of the tourists. As to the hike, it's laid out well. Great visuals of birds, marsh, and the ocean beyond. If you can tolerate Rehoboth, the Pond is worth it.
Written September 26, 2022
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Navigate528894
18 contributions
Dec 2022
Pretty little pond with a good variety of waterfowl. We were there early on a December morning, there was frost on everything which made it very pretty with the blue skies and sunshine. We didn't walk all the way around the pond but did enjoy the boardwalk and viewing platform.
Written December 15, 2022
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Anthony R
Wilmington, DE2,298 contributions
Feb 2022
I most often use the Gordon’s Pond trail for bike riding, but have done it on foot a couple times. It’s an absolutely beautiful area in all seasons, although it can get a little buggy in the high summer. The trail is clean, safe, and well-maintained. A road bike will work (when the trail is dry), but a bike with wide or knobby tires is ideal.
There’s easy access from the State Park lots in Rehoboth and Lewes, and if you hook up with the Junction and Breakwater trail, you can get some good miles in on a big loop!
Also, the Gordon’s Pond trail is a favorite bike ride of our President and the First Lady. They and their entourage often use the trail when they are in town. Kinda cool!
There’s easy access from the State Park lots in Rehoboth and Lewes, and if you hook up with the Junction and Breakwater trail, you can get some good miles in on a big loop!
Also, the Gordon’s Pond trail is a favorite bike ride of our President and the First Lady. They and their entourage often use the trail when they are in town. Kinda cool!
Written May 5, 2022
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eirmcentee
Woodbridge, VA229 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
I brought my daughter here as part of a long morning walk we were taking. She loved the lookout tower where she could see the water and the birds. It is a lovely and quiet place with tons of fellow walkers/runners/bikers.
Written July 31, 2020
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RBInnkeeper
Rehoboth Beach, DE52 contributions
May 2012 • Friends
If you want to take your dog to the beach in season, this is the place. The last beach over te dunes is dog friendly.
Written June 27, 2012
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Solittletime71
Charleston, WV21 contributions
Apr 2018 • Couples
Interesting, scenic trail which was in good shape. The only negative was the parking fee during April when the entire parking lot was empty, double for out of state versus in state visitors. Understandable to a degree but why "bite the hand" that feeds your industry ie. lodging, restaurants and all of the other off shoot businesses?
Written April 12, 2018
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ehbeer4
Wilmington, DE42 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
This is beautiful hike or bike ride through Gordons Pond, through the dunes and into Fort Miles in Lewes. Make sure to stop every once in a while to take in the awesome scenery.
Written June 19, 2018
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JoAnne M
Portland, OR56 contributions
Jul 2014 • Couples
Loved the beach - lots of parking and easy access to the beach. We tried to go to Rehoboth but it was just too crowded, so we ventured further down the road and just happen to find Gordon's Pond and so glad we did. We will definitely be back!
Written July 5, 2014
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There are manual ones, but they never seem to work. Better to bring your own! Same for tools - they have some but not usually the ones you need.
Written August 24, 2019
Did you park at the GordonsPond trail head? Was there an entrance fee like there is for Cape Henlopen?
Written August 12, 2018
Yes there is a fee as it is part of the State Park. If you have a park pass you can enter with that.
Written August 17, 2018
Is there bike rental available nearby?
Written January 21, 2018
Yes, there is a free rental in Cape Henlopen State Park! They appreciate a donation if you will but you can use the bikes for free. You can pick up the bike in Nature Center/ Interpretative center - they have the bike shed there. This is a great area to bike!
Written January 21, 2018
A Tripadvisor member
Lewisville, Texas
11 contributions
Is the trail surface suitable for a road bike. One reviewer mentioned that it was not
Written September 3, 2017
Yes, the surface is suitable for road bikes. In years past, there were some very rough segments, but they have been repaired.
Written September 4, 2017
Stephanie G
Wilmington, Delaware
Can I bring my dogs on the beach and can they swim with us? Just wanted to know the dog rules and your address.
Written July 31, 2017
This should answer your question (and it is directly off of the Rehoboth beach laws website):
Dogs - It is illegal for dogs to run at large at any time. The City has both a leash law and a pooper scooper law which are enforced. Dogs are prohibited from the beach and boardwalk from May 1 through September 30, but are allowed on the beach in Dewey Beach (just south of the RB Boardwalk) before 9:30am and after 5:30pm. They must still be on a leash and have a Dewey Beach Dog License. Dogs are allowed in the state parks. You may want to visit Cape Henlopen State Park in Lewes or Delaware Seashore State Park south of Dewey Beach.
Written August 1, 2017
Is there areas where we can have lunch? A pavilion or picnic area? Would we have to reserve the area?
Written July 8, 2017
Yes aHuge pavilion that’s very close to the trail the trail leading to goldens Gordon Gordon’s pond and very close to the beach
Written November 19, 2017
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