February 06, 2026
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SPOTLIGHT
Buy 2026 Passes and Permits
2026 Delaware State Parks Annual Passes, Surf Fishing Permits are now available for purchase. Delaware is home to an incredible array of natural wonders. Spend time at a state park and explore ocean beaches, inland ponds, forests, rolling hills, or piedmont streams.
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75th Anniversary Celebration
For 75 years, Delaware State Parks have been the backdrop for your adventures. From our first protected lands to today, our mission remains the same: to provide safe, enjoyable recreation, responsibly care for our natural and cultural resources, and connect people with nature for generations to come.
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Summer Camp Registration Now Open!
Summer Camp registration is now open! Delaware State Park summer camps bring kids closer to nature through unforgettable adventures at parks across the state! These camps immerse young explorers in Delaware’s rich natural landscapes and cultural heritage, sparking curiosity and a lifelong love for the outdoors.
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2026 Beach Patrol Tryout Registration Now Open
Do you have it takes to be a world class award winning lifeguard at Delaware State Parks? Can you imagine sitting in the chair protecting the visitors to our beaches? Registrations for tryouts are now open for our 2026 Beach Patrol!
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2026 Passport Program
In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the nation and Delaware State Parks’ 75th anniversary, the 2026 program will be highlighting locations with cultural and historical significance to our parks and state.
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Gear Up and Explore!
Spread the joy of the outdoors throughout the holidays by gifting great state parks souvenirs and apparel. Your friends and family are sure to love our comfy 302 Horseshoe Crab State Parks t-shirt, 2026 wall calendar, our one of a kind parks trading cards, and more!
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7:00 PM - Introduction to Fly Fishing
6:30 PM - The Full Moon at Bellevue
8:00 AM - Keeping Track with Bellevue Staff
1:00 PM - Judge Morris Estate Tour
8:00 AM - Young Brandywine Artists Exhibition
9:00 AM - Litter Cleanup
10:00 AM - A Capitol Experience
11:00 AM - Stories of the Green Walking Tour
10:00 AM - Stuffed Animal Sleepover
11:00 AM - Art in Nature
11:00 AM - Art in Nature: Nature Stamping
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10:00 AM - A Capitol Experience
7:30 AM - Full Moon Hike
9:00 AM - Keeping Track with Bellevue Staff
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