These Cape Henlopen State Park cabins are tucked away on the gorgeous eastern shore of Delaware – an absolutely beautiful place that totally defines “tranquility.” Better still, these Cape Henlopen cabins are available for visitors to reserve so you can enjoy this picture-perfect place for a whole weekend – or longer.
Cape Henlopen State Park is one of 17 incredible state parks in Delaware.
Cape Henlopen State Park/Facebook This park, though, is truly among the top in the state - if not the country! Spanning an amazing 5,193 acres, there’s something here for everyone.
Reserve one of the comfy cabins at the park for the full Henlopen experience.
Delaware State Parks/Twitter They sleep a total of six: two in the front room and four in the back-room bunk beds. They offer comforts such as AC and heating, a compact refrigerator, electricity, and so much more.
Visitors from near and far tend to immediately fall in love with both the stunning park and the fascinating wildlife it holds.
Cape Henlopen State Park/Facebook Colorful turtles, hungry seabirds, crotchety crabs, playful dolphins, and plenty of other creatures call the Delaware peninsula their home. Row out to sea in a rented canoe and see what creatures you can find!
Miles of shoreline covered in shells and stones draw crowds year after year.
Cape Henlopen State Park/Facebook Seashell hunters take great pride in combing the rich beaches for signs of past life. The park is teeming with goodies - one just needs to look for them. Remember to look closely at what you find and then kindly put it back where you discovered it. Leave no trace!
Not one but two nearby lighthouses are visible from the Point Overlook, a local favorite spot at the park.
Cape Henlopen State Park/Facebook Sunsets and sunrises come and go day by day, and each and every time, they take your breath away. Oranges and pinks in the sky give way to soft blues and purples as night settles in.
No matter the hour or time of year, the cabins at Cape Henlopen State Park offer up memories of a lifetime.
Mike Mahaffie/Flickr There’s plenty to do here, from biking and camping to canoeing and kayaking. If you’re only looking to explore the park for an afternoon and not rent a cabin, admission is very affordable at just $5 daily for in-state visitors and $10 daily for out-of-state visitors.
Before you settle into your cabin for the night, consider taking a nighttime walk to see the infinite stars above.
Rob Pongsajapan/Flickr The park hosts all kinds of events all year round, so it’s easy to find something to dive into no matter when you visit.
Also on the grounds is the amazing Seaside Nature Center, and they offer super-cool LIVE Osprey Cams on their website. Watch the vibrant wildlife of Delaware from the comfort of your own home if you can’t quite make it in person!
Cape Henlopen State Park/Facebook
This park, though, is truly among the top in the state - if not the country! Spanning an amazing 5,193 acres, there’s something here for everyone.
Delaware State Parks/Twitter
They sleep a total of six: two in the front room and four in the back-room bunk beds. They offer comforts such as AC and heating, a compact refrigerator, electricity, and so much more.
Colorful turtles, hungry seabirds, crotchety crabs, playful dolphins, and plenty of other creatures call the Delaware peninsula their home. Row out to sea in a rented canoe and see what creatures you can find!
Seashell hunters take great pride in combing the rich beaches for signs of past life. The park is teeming with goodies - one just needs to look for them. Remember to look closely at what you find and then kindly put it back where you discovered it. Leave no trace!
Sunsets and sunrises come and go day by day, and each and every time, they take your breath away. Oranges and pinks in the sky give way to soft blues and purples as night settles in.
Mike Mahaffie/Flickr
There’s plenty to do here, from biking and camping to canoeing and kayaking. If you’re only looking to explore the park for an afternoon and not rent a cabin, admission is very affordable at just $5 daily for in-state visitors and $10 daily for out-of-state visitors.
Rob Pongsajapan/Flickr
The park hosts all kinds of events all year round, so it’s easy to find something to dive into no matter when you visit.
Make sure to book your Cape Henlopen State Park cabins well in advance via the website. Have you ever been to this gorgeous peninsula? Where have you found the best cabins in DE in the Cape Henlopen area? Tell us all about it in the comments!
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Address: 15099 Cape Henlopen Dr, Lewes, DE 19958, USA
The OIYS Visitor Center
More About Cape Henlopen State Park October 30, 2022 Chris Muras Can you walk to the beach from Cape Henlopen State Park? Another cool feature of Cape Henlopen State Park is their “green initiative” which allows you to borrow bikes to use in the park and on the 3.3-mile biking and walking trails. From the park to the beach is about three miles so it is definitely walkable, however, if you are hauling your gear it might be better to drive or pack up a bike carrier and bike to the beach. Of the beaches in the area (Bethany, Rehoboth, and Dewey) the beach at Cape Henlopen State Park is less busy with better parking options so it is the hidden gem of beaches in the area. Are dogs allowed on the beach in Cape Henlopen State Park? Cape Henlopen State Park is a mostly dog-friendly park as long as your dog is on a leash. The camping areas and certain pet-friendly areas of the beach are open for dogs. However, the swimming beach and boardwalk are prohibited to dogs during the summer months, May through September. Can you rent a beach-front cottage near Cape Henlopen State Park? Why yes, you can. There are plenty of Delaware Airbnb properties to choose from in the area. Why hike to the beach when you can step out the back door and be right on the beach? This charming lakefront cottage is a short bike ride from historic downtown Lewes. Enjoy small-town living with a family getaway in this three-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage that sleeps up to eight. Unfortunately, no pets are allowed but you can at least pack your children and let them enjoy a family beach vacation in Delaware. Plus you are only a short drive from Cape Henlopen State Park for all of the outdoor activities, scenic views, and wildlife it offers.
The OIYS Visitor Center
More About Cape Henlopen State Park
October 30, 2022
Chris Muras
Can you walk to the beach from Cape Henlopen State Park? Another cool feature of Cape Henlopen State Park is their “green initiative” which allows you to borrow bikes to use in the park and on the 3.3-mile biking and walking trails. From the park to the beach is about three miles so it is definitely walkable, however, if you are hauling your gear it might be better to drive or pack up a bike carrier and bike to the beach. Of the beaches in the area (Bethany, Rehoboth, and Dewey) the beach at Cape Henlopen State Park is less busy with better parking options so it is the hidden gem of beaches in the area. Are dogs allowed on the beach in Cape Henlopen State Park? Cape Henlopen State Park is a mostly dog-friendly park as long as your dog is on a leash. The camping areas and certain pet-friendly areas of the beach are open for dogs. However, the swimming beach and boardwalk are prohibited to dogs during the summer months, May through September. Can you rent a beach-front cottage near Cape Henlopen State Park? Why yes, you can. There are plenty of Delaware Airbnb properties to choose from in the area. Why hike to the beach when you can step out the back door and be right on the beach? This charming lakefront cottage is a short bike ride from historic downtown Lewes. Enjoy small-town living with a family getaway in this three-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage that sleeps up to eight. Unfortunately, no pets are allowed but you can at least pack your children and let them enjoy a family beach vacation in Delaware. Plus you are only a short drive from Cape Henlopen State Park for all of the outdoor activities, scenic views, and wildlife it offers.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Another cool feature of Cape Henlopen State Park is their “green initiative” which allows you to borrow bikes to use in the park and on the 3.3-mile biking and walking trails. From the park to the beach is about three miles so it is definitely walkable, however, if you are hauling your gear it might be better to drive or pack up a bike carrier and bike to the beach. Of the beaches in the area (Bethany, Rehoboth, and Dewey) the beach at Cape Henlopen State Park is less busy with better parking options so it is the hidden gem of beaches in the area.
Are dogs allowed on the beach in Cape Henlopen State Park?
Cape Henlopen State Park is a mostly dog-friendly park as long as your dog is on a leash. The camping areas and certain pet-friendly areas of the beach are open for dogs. However, the swimming beach and boardwalk are prohibited to dogs during the summer months, May through September.
Can you rent a beach-front cottage near Cape Henlopen State Park?
Why yes, you can. There are plenty of Delaware Airbnb properties to choose from in the area. Why hike to the beach when you can step out the back door and be right on the beach? This charming lakefront cottage is a short bike ride from historic downtown Lewes. Enjoy small-town living with a family getaway in this three-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage that sleeps up to eight. Unfortunately, no pets are allowed but you can at least pack your children and let them enjoy a family beach vacation in Delaware. Plus you are only a short drive from Cape Henlopen State Park for all of the outdoor activities, scenic views, and wildlife it offers.
