Category: Delaware State

Trap Pond State Park
Trap Pond State Park, Laurel DE is a remnant of an extensive freshwater wetland.  The park includes Nanticoke River Nature Preserve –  located along Butler Mill Branch, a tributary of the Nanticoke River. It is comprised of upland forest and Atlantic White Cedar.  The park “…retains a part of the swamp’s original beauty and mystery, and features the northernmost natural stand of baldcypress trees in the United States.” “Hiking trails surround the pond, providing opportunities to glimpse native animal species and many flowering plants.  Birdwatching is a popular activity…”  Here is their website.   Phone 302-875-5153  Trails
Loblolly Trail  4.6 mile loop that “… winds around Trap Pond and links the Park Office, campground, and Baldcypress Nature Center. ”
American Holly Trail  0.7 mile loop through mixed hardwood forest.

Lums Pond State Park
Lums Pond State Park is built around the largest freshwater pond in Delaware. The park features camping, fishing, sports facilities, hiking trails, and an adventure rope course.  Phone 302-368-6989 Here is their website.   Map    Trails
Sensory Trail is a 0.10 mile loop from the Nature Center.  There are two other trails which sound easy, but long.  You might call to see if walking partway on one of these would be appropriate for your ability.

Holts Landing State Park
This 203 acre park at Dagsboro “…contains a variety of beautiful landscapes, from bay shore beach to grassy fields and hardwood forests.” Here is their website.   Phone 302-227-2800  Map  Trails
Seahorse Trail 1.2 mile loop. “The trail travels over packed earth along the forest edge, open meadow, and dense forest.”
Sea Hawk Trail 1.5 mile loop described as flat and easy. “…meanders through mixed hardwood and conifer forest, crosses grassy meadow, and follows a section of the Indian River shoreline. Birding and wildlife viewing opportunities exist for nature enthusiasts as they experience the different coastal bays environment along the trail.”

Cape Henlopen State Park
“Cape Henlopen’s beaches attract thousands of visitors who enjoy ocean swimming and sunbathing. A designated swimming beach, accessible from the Lewes entrance to the park, provides lifeguard patrols between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day.”  The Seaside Nature Center is open year around, Wednesdays through Sundays.   Trails   Map     Phone 302-645-8983  Here is their website.
“Mobi-Mat equipment, consisting of three 30-foot mats allowing those in wheelchairs and power chairs to access the beach from the boardwalk, is also available at this location. View our wheelchair policy here.”
Junction and Breakwater Trail  “Trail users will pass through mature hardwood and conifer forests, marshes and open fields. Scenic vistas at the Wolfe Glade and Holland Glade crossings provide spectacular views of the coastal marshes, and interpretive signs provide visitors with information about plant and animal life along the trail.”
Gordons Pond Trail  Accessible for 3/4 of a mile to an overlook.

Delaware Seashore State Park
This park at Rehoboth has six miles of ocean and bay shoreline, bounded on the east by the Atlantic Ocean and on the west by Rehoboth and Indian River Bays.
Phone  302-227-2800   Trails   Map
Fred Hudson Road Trail  1.0 mile connector from parking to the Prickly Pear trail
Prickly Pear Trail   “….3.5-mile loop perfect for exploring the park’s open meadows, young hardwood and pine forests, and a view of the Indian River Bay.”
Thompson Island Trail  1.7 mile round trip  “The hike begins in a mature upland hardwood and conifer forest, traverses a small marsh, and meanders through pine forest toward the Lewes/Rehoboth Canal. The trail ends at an overlook showcasing views of Thompson Island, tidal salt marsh, Rehoboth Bay, and the Dewey Beach skyline.”

An article by  Barbara Raskauskas  on wheelchair trails in Delaware State Parks

Here is a website with comprehensive list of the state park trails giving length, ease, and accessibility .