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Cape Henlopen State Park Campground

Lewes, DE

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The shoreline at Cape Henlopen, with peaceful water views and wide-open sky along the Delaware coast.

Cape Henlopen State Park Campground
• Address: 15099 Cape Henlopen Dr, Lewes, DE 19958
• State: Delaware
• Website: https://destateparks.com/Beaches/CapeHenlopen

Overview
Cape Henlopen State Park offers one of Delaware’s most scenic campgrounds, with tent sites, cabins, and RV loops tucked among sandy pines just minutes from the ocean. The park is known for its wide beaches, miles of trails, WWII observation towers, and a peaceful coastal feel that makes it easy to settle in for a long weekend. It’s a rare place where history, nature, and classic beach-town charm overlap.

Why It’s Worth a Stop
Staying here gives you early-morning beach walks, bike rides through the dunes, and quiet evenings under the trees. It’s also just a short hop from Lewes and the Cape May–Lewes Ferry, making it an ideal base camp for exploring the Delaware coast.

What to Know Before You Go

  • Book early — sites fill quickly, especially in summer.
  • Cabins are simple but comfortable, with picnic tables and fire rings.
  • The campground has modern bathhouses and laundry facilities.
  • Beach access, trails, and bike rentals are all nearby.
  • Mosquitoes can be heavy in summer; pack bug spray.

Fun Fact
Cape Henlopen once served as a strategic military base — the old WWII fire control towers still stand along the shoreline.