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Monday, July 29, 2019

Cape Henlopen State Park, DE


6-7 June 2019

After leaving the rally, our next stop was Cape HenlopenState Park in Delaware.  The state park has continued a very long history of public access.  The land that has become Delaware was granted to William Penn after 1682.  At that time Penn provided that the Cape Henlopen area would be available to the citizens of Lewis and Sussex counties for common use and remains so today.

Before leaving home, we made a reservation at the state park, which is along the coast with lots of things to do. When we arrived, we knew the park would be full, but did not know how very short and unlevel most of the sites were. Ours had a steep incline and the only way we could get close to level was pulling into the spot instead of backing in. The sites were also very close together. 









The park has numerous trails surrounding the park and a bike path that also has direct access from the campground.  Along this path you pass thru the site of the WWII Fort Miles.  This was considered a key defense location for the security of the Delaware River and its access for major ports of supply.  You will find supply and ammo bunkers.  Some of the barracks buildings remain with displays of cannons that would have been used in defense of the river entrance.  There are also watch towers, some of which can be climbed for great views of the surrounding area.















Further along the trail you will find the nature center and of course access to the beach area.  You can also see the offshore lighthouse. 









It is a park well worth visiting and a stop midweek would be preferable unless you enjoy large crowds and lots of traffic.

3 comments:

Phyllis said...

You are getting close to my home area of the country. I did not realize that campground would be so crowded.

Nickie and Jim said...

For a state park, they pack 'em in pretty close.

Paul and Marti Dahl said...

I've never been to Cape Henlopen but I remember seeing the Coast Guard Cutter Cape Henlopen during my career. Yup, I'm dating myself. ;c)