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Delaware State ParksRoad Trip with Kids PlannerThough there are no national parks in Delaware, there are plenty of Delaware state parks that will entertain and educate you and your family members. Let's a take virtual tour of some state parks in Delaware you may wish to explore during your travels. Delaware State ParksAlapocas Run State Park is a quiet oasis found within the city limits of Wilmington, Delaware.This park has no shortage of activities for visitors including athletic fields, hiking trails, and rock climbing. You can tour the on-site Blue Ball Barn to view permanent displays hosted by the Delaware Folk Art Society. Another popular attraction in this park is the Can-Do Playground, an innovative play space that was designed to give children with disabilities the opportunity to play alongside their enabled peers. Alapocas Run State Park Bellevue State Park spans over 300 acres and is one of the 6 state parks in Delaware that offers visitors the chance to play on a disc golf course. This park is also home to Bellevue Hall, a mansion home that was once the residence of William DuPont Jr. You and your family can enjoy biking, hiking, fishing, and other outdoor activities in this park, including tennis. Bellevue State Park 
Brandywine Creek State Park is a Delaware state parks preserve that is nearly 1,000 acres in size. In the 1800's, this area was a dairy farm that the DuPont family owned and operated. In 1965, the state of Delaware decided to set it aside as a conservation area where visitors can hike, fish, view wildlife, and enjoy cross country skiing in the winter months. Another popular activity in this park is GeoCache treasure hunting. Brandywine Creek State Park Cape Henlopen State Park is a spot visitors flock to in order to enjoy the beaches and swimming. In addition, visitors can play disc golf, hike, and bike. If you're up for a climb, try walking to the park's World War II Observation point to savor the amazing views from the peak. Another activity you shouldn't miss is the opportunity to rent a kayak so you can get out on the Cape and experience the park from a different angle. Cape Henlopen State Park Delaware Seashore State Park is a Delaware state parks location where visitors come to relax and unwind in the water and on the beach. Other activities include boating, fishing, and surfing which is great while on a road trip with kids. This park is also home to hundreds of designated camping sites, as well. Delaware Seashore State Park Located in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, Fenwick Island State Park is a state parks in Delaware locale where you and your family can enjoy the sun and sand. This park provides visitors with over 300 acres of for swimming and sunbathing. Those interested in surfing can often catch sizable waves in the waters off of the park's beach. Fenwick Island State Park First State Heritage Park at Dover is a Delaware state parks location that is home to many historic buildings and structures related to the history of the Delaware's government. Visitors have a wide variety of places to tour in this park, including the Johnson Victrola Museum, the Old State House, Legislative Hall, and the Delaware Public Archives. You and your family also won't want to miss the opportunity to go paddle boating on the St. James River. First State Heritage Park Fort Delaware State Park in Delaware City is a Delaware state parks location that was once a fort where the Union army kept Confederate soldiers. Visitors must take a ferry to get to this portion of the park to tour the various historic buildings on site. Today, this park is populated with reenactors in costume who to teach about life here in the 1860's. Fort Delaware State Park Fort Dupont State Park is another Delaware state parks location that is connected to the memory of the DuPont family. This location once served as a military base for both the Civil War and World War II. Visitors can tour the historic site, in addition to enjoying activities such as fishing and exploring hiking trails. Fort Dupont State Park On your next road trip with kids, consider Fox Point State Park. Fox Point State Park is a park where visitors can enjoy the Delaware River. Though this park is built on grounds that were once polluted by chemical waste, the state hired specialists to construct the park grounds in a way that contained the contamination. Fox Point State Park Holts Landing State Park is a Delaware state parks attraction that spans over 200 acres of woods, beaches, bays, and more. Until 1957, this area operated as a family farm. After the highway department purchased the land, this place was set aside for recreation. A popular activity here is fishing for blue crabs from the pier. This park also has plenty of hiking trails where visitors may catch glimpses of the various types of wildlife that live here. Don't miss the opportunity to fish or go boating in the Indian River Bay. Holts Landing State Park Killens Pond State Park is a state parks in Delaware destination that features fun activities for the entire family. A major attraction is the extensive water park on the grounds, complete with slides, wading pools, a splash pool, and more. This park also features a concession stand and an on-site store that sells swimming gear, gift items, and sunscreen. You won't want to miss a paddle boat tour of the pond itself, which may provide opportunities to view the park's wildlife. Killens Pond State Park Lums Pond State Park is a Delaware state parks location that is home to the Delaware's biggest freshwater pond. There are nearly 2000 acres in this park which provide visitors with opportunities for fishing, boating, trail hiking, snowmobiling, and horseback riding. Please note that this park does not allow swimming. Lums Pond State Park 
Trap Pond State Park has been a Delaware state park since 1951. Back in the 1700's, the energy of Trap Pond was harnessed to provide power to a nearby sawmill. Don't miss the chance to rent canoes or kayaks to further explore the waters in this park. You may also take a guided tour on a pontoon boat. Trap Pond State Park White Clay Creek State Park offers hiking, disc golf and picnic facilities while on your road trip with kids. In addition, this park also offers specialized home school education courses for children between the ages of 6 and 15. White Clay Creek State Park Wilmington State Park is another multi-purpose state parks in Delaware location. In addition to traditional park activities such as hiking and exploring, this is also a great place to enjoy Brandywine Park and the Brandywine Zoo. This is the only zoo in the state of Delaware, and it is a great place for children to learn more about a variety of animal species. Wilmington State Park
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