Cape Henlopen State Park, State park in Sussex County, United States
The 21.76 square kilometer coastal area includes beaches, salt marshes, and dune systems along the Atlantic Ocean and Delaware Bay junction.
Fort Miles, established at Cape Henlopen in 1941, served as a military defense installation protecting Delaware Bay during World War II.
The park maintains original World War II observation towers, allowing visitors to learn about coastal defense strategies from the 1940s.
The park provides year-round facilities for swimming, fishing, camping, and hiking, with designated areas for surfing at Herring Point Beach.
Cape Henlopen marks the eastern starting point of the American Discovery Trail, extending across the United States to the Pacific Ocean.
Location: Sussex County
Inception: 1964
Elevation above the sea: 1 m
Address: 15099 Cape Henlopen Dr, Lewes, DE 19958 19958
Phone: +13026458983
Website: https://destateparks.com/park/cape-henlopen
GPS coordinates: 38.76670,-75.09580
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:03
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.
Fort Miles
1.6 km
United States lightship Overfalls
4.1 km
Zwaanendael Museum
3.9 km
Delaware Breakwater East End Light
3.4 km
Cape Henlopen Light
1.6 km
Ryves Holt House
4.1 km
Delaware Breakwater
3.6 km
Thomas Maull House
5 km
Whitewater Mountain
5 km
Cape Henlopen Beacon
2.9 km
All Saints Episcopal Church
5.6 km
Peter Marsh House
4.7 km
Col. David Hall House
3.8 km
Coleman House
4 km
Fisher's Paradise
5.7 km
William Russell House
5 km
Schellville Enchanted Winter Celebration
5.4 km
Lewes Historical Society
4.2 km
Lewes Presbyterian Church
3.9 km
National Harbor of Refuge and Delaware Breakwater Harbor Historic District
3.8 km
Pilottown Reserve
5.6 km
Troll Hill
4 km
Lewes Historic District
4.2 km
Whiskey Beach
3.5 km
Lewes Town Clock
3.9 km
Lewes Railroad Swing Bridge
3.2 km
Rehoboth Beach
5.8 km
Pilotview
5.5 kmReviews
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