Outdoors Attractions

Experience the great outdoors with Choice Hotels. Our Delaware hotels are conveniently located near a number of picturesque gardens, stunning parks, and astounding wildlife. Take a look at the scenery and greenery that Delaware offers.

In Southern Delaware

Cape Henlopen State park
42 Cape Henlopen Drive
Lewes, DE   19958
302-645-8983

At Cape Henlopen, a Delaware nature favorite, you can enjoy the challenge of a scenic three-mile hike before relaxing in the Delaware sun and soaking in some of the state's finest rays. Full changing facilities complete the experience. Athletes young and old can compete on an 18-hole disc golf course, and those seeking a day of rest will take advantage of the serene picnic pavilion. Contact the park office and discover the extensive calendar of events that Cape Henlopen plays host to, including natural history lectures, seaside seining, bird watching and more.

Lewes Beach
Lewes, DE   19958
302-645-8073

The southern Delaware coastline is home to great seafaring towns like historic Lewes, which features some of the past's most treasured architecture. Situated at the meeting point of Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, Lewes Beach offers clear water for swimming, fantastic fishing, and boating.

Rehoboth Beach
Chamber of Commerce
501 Rehoboth Avenue
Rehoboth Beach, DE   19971
302-227-2233

Rehoboth Beach is a popular beach destination along the southern coastline of Delaware, offering exiting water sports, whale-watching tours, quaint shops and unique eateries, all along a mile-long oceanfront boardwalk. Watch the sun set as you breathe in the salty air at this location perfect for a romantic getaway or that next family adventure.

In Central Delaware

Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve
St. Jones Reserve, 818 Kitts Hummock Rd.
Dover, DE   19901
302-739-3436

An estuary is the special place where a river meets the sea. If you don't know about estuaries, you might be surprised by these little-known geographic gems. The convergence of two ecosystems provides a unique ecological situation which continues to fascinate scientists and naturalists alike. The Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve is situated on the wild outskirts of Dover Delaware, and offers a boardwalk trail spanning the saltmarsh, along with an informative visitor's center and other public programs.

Abbott's Mill Nature Center
15411 Abbott's Pond Rd.
Milford, DE   19963
302-422-0847

Enjoy a day of leisurely trekking through the picturesque trails of Abbott's Mill Nature Center. Commune with the serenity offered by the Delaware pine forest and pitch a picnic alongside a bubbling stream. At the end of the day, you won't want to miss the historic grist mill - the centerpiece of the park - which has its origins at the turn of the eighteenth century, yet remains intact at this rustic location. Abbott's Mill also offers informative group programs to educate the public on the area's untouched beauty.

Adam's Wharf
24568 Bay Ave.
Milford, DE   19963
302-422-8940

Charter boats and yachts rank among the high-scale amenities afforded at Adam's Wharf, an isolated strip of coastland along route 36. Those more inclined towards earthly adventure will take advantage of the fishing and hunting guides whose knowledge and expertise are sure to make your Delaware trip a fruitful one. Or just enjoy the beautiful Delaware coastline, dip your feet into the Atlantic and peer out onto the setting sun.

In Northern Delaware

Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge
2591 Whitehall Neck Road
Smyrna, DE   19977
302-653-6872

Largely composed of tidal salt marshes, Bombay Hook offers a wonderful inside view of a rare and intriguing ecosystem. A haven of conservation spanning over 15,978 acres, Bombay Hook attracts nearly 200,000 visitors to Delaware annually. Visitors flock in a similar fashion to the aviary life contained in this natural expanse, which serves primarily as a refuge and breeding grounds for migrating birds. The birds appear in the tens of thousands, making this a perfect location for the avid bird watcher.

Lums Pond State Park
1068 Howell School Road
Bear, DE   19701
302-368-6989

Centered around the largest freshwater pond in Delaware, this park is a natural choice for fishers, sunbathers, and boaters, who will rejoice in its glistening waters. Those less aquatically inclined will grab the trail-mix and set out on one of the many hiking trails which traverse its 1790 acres. Take advantage of the site's extensive offerings, including camping grounds, baseball fields, and boating rentals and ramps.

Fox Point State Park
800 Carr Rd.
Wilmington, DE   19809
302-761-6963

"A window on the river" is the affectionate coinage of Delaware and its naturalistic populace. Offering stunning vistas overlooking the Delaware River, Fox Point's beauty is rumored to make residents of neighboring New Jersey a little envious. Take advantage and simply breathe in the tranquility, or play a game of horseshoes as the Delaware gushes on alongside. The strip of land which situates the park was salvaged from development twenty-five years ago, and remains a treasure trove of natural beauty for both Delaware and its visitors.

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