Lums Pond State Park, State park in New Castle County, United States.
Lums Pond State Park spans 1,790 acres of land with forests, meadows, and wetlands surrounding Delaware's largest freshwater pond at its center.
The parkland gained official state park status in 1963, transforming from previous agricultural use into a protected natural recreation area for public enjoyment.
Throughout the year, the park hosts educational programs focusing on environmental conservation, wildlife protection, and natural resource management for local communities.
The park provides facilities for camping, picnicking, fishing, boating, and offers more than 15 miles of trails for hiking and recreational activities.
The park features a specialized Go Ape aerial adventure course, allowing visitors to traverse through treetops on rope bridges and zip lines.
Location: Delaware
Inception: 1963
Website: https://destateparks.com/park/lums-pond
GPS coordinates: 39.55830,-75.72080
Latest update: May 23, 2025 14:02
Delaware contains numerous natural reserves, state parks, and historical structures that remain undiscovered by many visitors. From coastal wetlands to botanical gardens, Civil War fortifications to Native American heritage sites, and covered bridges to wildlife sanctuaries, the state offers diverse locations for exploration. Natural attractions include northern cypress forests and salt marshes, while cultural sites feature museums, theaters, and colonial architecture.
Chesapeake and Delaware Canal
1.5 km
Mason-Dixon Trail
5.1 km
Chesapeake & Delaware Canal Bridge
5.6 km
St. Georges Bridge
6 km
Summit Bridge
2.5 km
Chesapeake & Delaware Canal Lift Bridge
2.3 km
White Hall
1.6 km
Poplar Hall
4.5 km
La Grange
5.8 km
McCoy House
3.7 km
Lum's Mill House
1 km
James Stewart House
4.7 km
St. Georges Presbyterian Church
5.9 km
A. Eliason House
4.7 km
Aiken's Tavern Historic District
5.8 km
W. Casperson House
5.2 km
Dragon Run Farm
4.1 km
North Saint Georges Historic District
5.9 km
St. Georges Cemetery Caretaker's House
4.4 km
Bloomfield
5.5 km
Fairview
5.1 km
McWhorter House
5.4 km
Cornucopia
5.8 km
Gov. Benjamin T. Biggs Farm
5.3 km
Point Farm
1.6 km
Fairview
4.8 km
Old Post Office
2.5 km
Linden Hill
5.6 kmReviews
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