Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Control
Division of Parks & Recreation
Beach Wheelchair Policy
In order to make our beaches accessible to all visitors, Delaware State Parks offers beach wheelchairs which are available from 8:00 a.m. until sunset, all year. Wheelchairs are available at no charge, on a first-come, first-served basis.
One beach wheelchair is available at the locations listed below.
Wheelchair use is limited to the beach area where the chair is picked up.
Chairs are kept in a locked area. Visitors requesting to use the chair will receive a combination to open the lock.
It is the visitor's responsibility to return the chair to the locked area after use and to secure it.
A companion will be needed in order to push the chair through the sand, if staff are not available to assist.
Wheelchairs are available at the following beach areas
for Cape Henlopen Main Beach or Gordons Pond call 302-645-8983
for Towers Road Parking Lot, South Inlet Day Area, or Fenwick Island Lot call 302-227-2800
Park office hours are:
April 1 through October 31, daily, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
November 1 through March 31, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Lifeguards are available to assist at guarded beaches from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
From Memorial Day through Labor Day, Mobi-Mats are available at the Cape Henlopen Main Beach area. Mobi-Mats enable persons using a standard wheelchair to have access to the beach. During storms, extremely high tides may require that the mats be removed until the tides return to normal levels.
Persons requiring a beach wheelchair for more than one day may be interested in renting one from Grand Central Rental to ensure availability throughout their stay. Call (302)227-7328 regarding rental prices and policies.
Disc Golf Rules
Disc Golf is played like ball golf, using a flying disc. One stroke is counted each time the disc is thrown, and when a penalty is incurred. The winner is the golfer with the lowest score.
Tee throws must be completed within the designated tee areas. Beginners should always use "short" tees, when provided. After teeing off, the player whose disc is farthest from the hole always throws first. The player with the least amount of strokes on the previous hole is first to tee-off on the next hole.
Fairway throws must be made with the foot closest to the hole on the front edge of the lie where the last throw landed. The other foot may be no closer to the hole than the foot on this lie.
A run-up and normal follow-through, after release, is allowed more than 10 meters from the hole. Inside 10 meters, a player may not step past the point of his lie until after the disc thrown has landed.
A disc that comes to rest inside the Disc Pole Hole basket or chains constitutes successful completion of that hole. A disc that comes to rest on top of the Pole Hole does NOT constitute a successful putt.
A disc that comes to rest more than 2 meters above the ground is considered unplayable. The disc must be thrown from the ground directly below the disc. 1 throw penalty.
A throw that lands out-of-bounds must be played from the point where the disc went out-of-bounds. Water, roads, pavilions and walkways are normal disc golf out-of-bounds hazards.
Never throw until the players ahead of you are out of range, and until the fairway is completely clear of spectators and park guests.
Enjoy the game of Disc Golf! It's fun... it's fast... it's the sport of the future!
Delaware State Parks Boat Rental Fees
Must be 18 with a valid ID to rent a boat.
Anyone 12 and under must be accompanied in their boat by someone 18 or older.
Half-Hourly Rate
Canoe N/A $8 $40
Pedal Boat $6 $10 $50
Single Kayak N/A $9 $45
Tandem Kayak N/A $11 $55
Paddle Board* N/A $8 Trap Pond/$15 Lums Pond N/A
Pontoon Boat**, Adults N/A $6/person, per ride N/A
Pontoon Boat**, 12 and under N/A $3/person, Per ride N/A
*Available at Trap Pond and Lums Pond
**Only available at Trap Pond
Pets in Campsites, Cabins and Cottages:
IMPORTANT NOTE: Only Dogs are permitted in designated "Dog Friendly" cabins and cottages. Any reference in the Policy to a pet staying in a cottage or cabin specifically refers to dogs only.
Dogs in Waterfront Cottages and Killens Cabins: NEW
Waterfront Cottages 11 and 12 and Killens Pond Cabin #10 shall be designated as dog friendly. Occupants of dog-friendly cottages and Killens cabin who do not have a dog shall be advised upon making the reservation of the unit's dog friendly designation.
$20.00 per night/per dog fee will be charged to stay in a cottage or Killens cabin.
No more than two pets are allowed to stay on any one campsite or designated cabin/cottage, regardless of size.
Pet(s) must have current rabies vaccinations and must display a valid license (if applicable). Pets must be clean and free of ticks, fleas, worms and mange.
For the pet's health and safety of park staff, pets may not be left unattended in your cabin, cottage, camper or vehicle.
To avoid attracting rodents and wildlife, pet food must be stored in a sealable container and placed inside a camping unit, vehicle, cottage or cabin and carried out when leaving the park
Pets shall not be tied to bushes, trees, split rail fence or any exterior structure.
Only house-trained dogs are allowed in cottages/cabins. Female dogs should not be in cottages/cabins while in cycle (heat).
Owners must always pick up after their pet(s) and properly dispose of the waste deposited by the animal.
Extra fees will be assessed for damages to the cottage/cabin and/or fixtures, or if special cleaning is required. Park staff will assess damage fees based upon the materials and labor required to make any repairs necessary to return the damaged area to its condition before the damage occurred.
Pets must be towel dried thoroughly if they become wet before entering the cabin or cottage.
Dog(s) may not be rinsed or bathed inside the cottage or Killens cabin. The outside spigot may be used but the area must be cleaned of debris after washing. Dog must be towel dried before entering the cottage.
Pets are not permitted on the furniture or bedding at any time.
Excessive barking is not permitted.
Visitor complaints will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Enforcement action, if warranted, is at the sole discretion of the Division.
Refunds will not be granted if guest is asked to leave because the dog(s) is a nuisance.
The following pet restrictions shall apply to all areas of the park in accordance with Division of Parks and Recreation Rules and Regulations:
Pets must be leashed and under owner's physical control at all times. Leash must not exceed six feet in length.
Pet owners must honor all park signs that prohibit pets in specific areas.
Service dogs are permitted in all areas.
Owners must clean up after their pets.
Pets must not be left unattended.
All other park rules & regulations apply.
Please call (302) 739-9220 for more information about bringing your pet to a state park.
Delaware Seashore State Park Newsletter
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Equestrian Guidelines
Horses and riders are permitted on designated roadways, trails and beaches on lands administered by the Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation.
At Cape Henlopen State Park, horseback riding is permitted on the beach only and according to the beach access schedule below.
Designated trails and access schedules are subject to change upon review by the Division.
Access is limited to park operating hours (8 a.m. to sunset.)
Vehicles and trailers used for the transport of horses must park in designated areas.
Access from parking areas to the beach will be limited to designated dune crossings.
Trails and beaches may be closed on a temporary basis due to hazardous conditions.
Riders are responsible for cleaning up after their horse on roadways and in parking areas.
Beach Access Schedule
Delaware Seashore State Park -- Towers Ocean
January 1- February 28
Trailers and tow vehicles must park in the Towers Ocean parking lot. The maintenance vehicle crossing located at the southern end of the parking lot is designated for equestrian access to the beach. Designated beach for equestrian use runs from the crossing, south to within 200 yards of the Indian River Inlet. A sign at the toe of the primary dune will designate this southern boundary. (4.6 miles)
Delaware Seashore State Park -- Keybox Road
Daily: March 1– April 30; Labor Day - December 31
Weekdays only: May 1 – Labor Day
Trailers and tow vehicles must park in the Keybox Road parking lot. The surf fishing vehicle crossing is designated for equestrian access to the beach. The designated beach for equestrian use runs from the crossing, south to within 200 yards of the Indian River Inlet. A sign at the toe of the primary dune will designate this southern boundary. (3.4 miles)
Cape Henlopen State Park
November 1 – April 30
Horseback riding is permitted on the beach only. Trailers and tow vehicles must park in either the Gordons Pond Parking lot or the Point Comfort Station Parking lot. At Gordons Pond, the surffishing vehicle crossing is designated for equestrian access to the beach. At the Point Comfort Station lot, a dune crossing is marked and designated for equestrian access to the beach. Designated beach for equestrian use runs from the oceanside of the Point of the Cape south to the Gordons Pond surffishing vehicle crossing. (4.6 miles)
Fenwick Island State Park
Trailers and tow vehicles must park in the bathhouse parking located north of Fenwick Island. The maintenance vehicle crossing located at the southern parking area is designated for equestrian access to the beach. Designated beach for equestrian use runs from the crossing north to the park boundary near South Bethany Beach. (2.6 miles)
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Special Notice 8/9/19
Killens Pond Road closed for construction July 22 – Aug. 16
Killens Pond Road, from Paradise Alley Road to Scrap Tavern Road, is closed to through traffic until August 16 for construction. Detour signs route traffic from the day-use side of the park to the campground throughout the construction period. Visitor access from Route 13 to the campground entrance on Paradise Alley Road and to the main park entrance from Killens Pond Road is not impacted. The bridge is closed to pedestrian traffic. The park is open during the construction period.
Only clothing sold as swimwear may be allowed in the pool. Thong bathing suits, cotton, denim, or similar materials are not allowed.
We are not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please use the lockers to secure your valuables. Bring your own lock.
You must be 48 inches (4 feet) tall to ride the slides. No exceptions.
Jewlery, zippers, buckles, rivets, etc are not allowed on the slides (including wedding bands, surgical jewelry, watches, hats, sunglasses, heavily beaded hair, etc)
Diving and running not allowed at the pool - serious injury could occur.
Children who are not toilet trained must wear rubber pants or swim diapers in the pool. Rubber pants and swim diapers can be purchased at the Swim Shop.
Air-inflated devices, pool toys, pool floats, etc. are not allowed in the pool.
Food and drink may not be brought into the water park, only one un-opened bottle of water per person and baby formula is allowed inside. Short term picnic areas are available just outside the gates. Alcohol is not allowed in the vicinity of the water park, which includes the parking lot and concession stand area. Once your wristband is on, you may enter and exit the waterpark as many times as you like.
Eating and drinking are limited to the concession area. Glass containers are not allowed in the water park.
This is a family friendly environment, use of profanity and vulgarity is prohibited.
The Mushroom Fountain
The Floating Lily Pad Fun Walk
Underwater benches
Zero-depth entry
Underwater bubblers
Two frog slides
Two shooting ground fountains
The Tot Lot
The Climbing Platform
Tunnel Slide
Water Curtain
Pipe Waterfall
Rope Pull Fountains
Spray Fountain
Four 54' Slides
One 12' Slide
48 inches(4 ft) and over
No Jewelry
When thunder is heard, all patrons must leave the Water Park. The pool will re-open 30 minutes after the last thunder clap is heard.
When there is lightning, all patrons must leave the Water Park. The Water Park will reopen one hour after the last sign of lightning.
The pool will close if there has been rain, lightning or thunder for a period of one hour, or the storm is projected to continue.
The pool will not open if air temperature is less than 70 degrees. If it is raining hard enough that staff cannot see the bottom of the pool, swimmers will be asked to leave the water. There are no refunds due to weather events, please check the weather prior to arriving.
Please check our Facebook feed below for the latest updates on park closures and capacity.
Online Group Tickets: 20 or More Guests
Online group reservations may be made for groups of 20 or more guests.
A limited number of group tickets is issued daily. Group ticket sales end the day prior to arrival.
Use the Reserve Now button at the top of this page to make your group reservation online. Select the "group sales" button prior to entering a date.
Park rules and regulations apply to all groups.
Cost is $6 per ticket regardless of the height of the guests using the tickets. $4 transaction fee applies at checkout.
Tickets are valid Monday through Friday only and may not be used on weekends or holidays.
Tickets are valid only for the specific date selected at the time of purchase. Date changes of fewer than 20 tickets cannot be accommodated.
On-Site Group Tickets: Fewer Than 20 Guests
Smaller groups may purchase coupon books at the park office.
Coupon books are valid Monday through Friday and may not be used on weekends or holidays.
Coupon books contain 10 tickets each.
Cost is $60 per book, and tickets are valid for guests of any height.
Coupon books do not guarantee entry for a specific date or time. Entry may be denied if the water park is filled to capacity when the group arrives.
Coupon books are valid for two seasons from date of issue.
Coupon book tickets must be in hand on the day of your visit to the water park.
5025 Killens Pond Road
Felton, DE 19943
Visitors 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult (18 or older).
The waterpark will be open from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day.
The first two weeks and last two weeks of the season the waterpark will only be open on weekends.
From mid-June to mid-August the waterpark will be open daily.
Monday - Thursday:	11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday:	11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Weekends: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
4th of July: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Labor Day: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Last ticket sold is 45 minutes prior to close. Swim-time ends 15 minutes prior to close
Hours are subject to change and depend upon weather conditions. Please call ahead.
Reserve Online Here
Under 48": $6 per person
48" and over: $8 per person
Saturday-Sunday + Holidays
48" and over: $10 per person
Children two years old and under: free
Concession Stand Hours
Monday - Friday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday - 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Holidays - 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Food concession stand and swim shop
Locker rooms designed to meet everyone's needs with lower hand/hair dryers, baby changing stations, and lower toilet facilities. Please bring your own lock.
Unisex bathroom in the Children's Cove
Wheelchair Accessible - Ask to borrow our water wheelchairs!
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