Delaware Seashore State Park

Campsite rates are for up to four people. Additional persons are $2 per night, up to a maximum of eight people per site.

The campground at Delaware Seashore State Park is open year-round, although during the winter months, it is open for self-contained units only.

Campsites can only be registered to park visitors 18 years of age or older who will be staying on site for the duration of the reservation. Campsites cannot be re-sold or transferred to nonregistered persons or third parties. Any unauthorized re-sale or transfer to a non-registered party without the Division’s express permission may result in cancellation of the reservation without a refund.

Each campsite can accommodate 1 mobile camping unit and 1 tent (limited only by the size of the site) or 2 tents with a maximum of 300 square feet of floor space.

Only one vehicle may be parked at each campsite. Additional vehicles may be parked in the visitor overflow parking lot.

NOTE: We do not allow any motorized golf carts in the campground with the exception of approved ADA vehicles from park management.

Check-in time for campsites is 1 p.m.

Check-in time for cabins is 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. at the park office.

Check-out time for campsites is 12:00 noon on the date the camping permit expires.

Check-out time for cabins is 11 a.m. on the date the camping permit expires.

Campers registering before 6:00 AM will be charged for the previous night.

Pets are permitted in Delaware State Park campgrounds, but must be attended at all times. Pets are not allowed in cabins or yurts, except Cabins 9 and 10 at Killens Pond State Park, Cabins 9 and 10 at Trap Pond State Park, and Waterfront Cottages 11 and 12 at the Cottages of Indian River Marina at Delaware Seashore State Park. For specific policies about pets at each park, consult the campground registration booth or park office. Pets are not allowed at the Killen's Pond Waterpark.

Campfires are not permitted at Delaware Seashore State Park at any time.

All camping sites are open - there is no shade..

Sand Sites.

The edge of the campground is approximately 400 yards to the beach. Lifeguards are on duty from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend.

CAMPING IN YOUR CAR OR VAN IS NOT PERMISSIBLE.

Assawoman Canal House:

This is a dog-friendly house. If you bring your dog with you there is a pet fee of $25 per night, 2 dog maximum. You will be prompted to add your dog(s) while making your online reservation.

A minimum deposit of 1/2 the rental fee is required at the time of reservation if booking more than 60 days in advance. All payments must be made within 60 days prior to arrival. Credit card payments can be made online at delawarestateparks.reserveamerica.com or by calling 1-877-987-2757. Cancellations due to non-payment of balance due will forfeit deposit. NOTIFICATION WILL NOT BE SENT WHEN FINAL PAYMENT IS DUE.

No more than seven (7) persons, including children and infants are permitted to stay in the house. One person in the party must be 21 years or older and must remain in the cottage during the stay. Identification will be required upon check-in.

You will be required to bring all bed linens and towels. The house has one California King, one king bed, one queen bed and one double bed.

No smoking is permitted inside the house or screened porch; evidence of smoking is cause for immediate eviction and charges to Damage and Cleaning Deposit.

Quiet Hours are from 10:00 pm to 8:00 am. Undue noise or disturbance or failure to follow state parks rules and regulations shall be cause for immediate reservation cancellation without refund.

Designated Park staff shall have the right to enter the house at a reasonable hour to make repairs or replace appliances if needed, which will be completed within a reasonable timeframe.

Delaware now requires a fishing license to cover both salt water and fresh water fishing. This includes recreational clamming and crabbing. The license may be purchased at agents authorized by the Division of Fish & Wildlife.

Boats that are not registered in the state of Delaware must purchase a Ramp Certificate as required by the Division of Fish and Wildlife. There is no fee for boats registered in Delaware.