Elsmere DelawareCAMPGROUNDS & PLACES TO CAMP


Listed below are the best campgrounds and places to camp near Elsmere, Delaware.



1. Lums Pond State Park

Pondside Adventure Hub. Sprawling state park centered around Delaware's largest freshwater pond. Spacious year-round campground with full hookup sites for RVs and tent pads for traditional camping. Enjoy fishing, hiking, kayaking, climbing, and a dog-friendly policy.

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2. Holly Lake Campsites

Woodland Family Camping. Family-owned campground nestled amid 500 acres of rustic woodlands. Features full hook-up RV sites, tent camping with water/electric, and charming cabin rentals. Quick drive to Atlantic beaches, shopping, fishing, and casinos.

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3. Delaware Seashore State Park

Beachfront Coastal Retreat. Iconic beachfront camping between the Atlantic Ocean and Indian River Bay. Offers electric and water hookups for RVs and tent camping steps from the surf. Spend your days swimming, fishing, and exploring miles of dunes and trails.

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4. Killens Pond State Park

Waterpark Forest Escape. Lakeside camping paired with a seasonal waterpark and hiking trails. Electric hookups available for RVs and tents, plus cozy cabins. Fish from the pond, zip down water slides, or rent kayaks for fun on the water.

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5. Trap Pond State Park

Swampy Cypress Sanctuary. Unique bald cypress wetlands offer scenic tent, RV, and cabin sites. Enjoy kayaking, bird watching, and boardwalk hikes through ancient swamps. Playground, picnic areas, and nature center on site.

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6. Brandywine Creek State Park

Rolling Hills Hideaway. Enjoy tent-only group camping in a valley of rolling meadows and quiet woods. Celebrate nature along miles of hiking and biking trails beside the scenic Brandywine Creek. Picnic pavilions and wildlife viewing highlight this gem near Elsmere.

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7. Cape Henlopen State Park

Dunes and History. Camp by the sand dunes with electric hookups for tents and RVs. Walk or bike to the WWII observation towers, swim at guarded beaches, and fish at the pier. Take in panoramic ocean views and wooded trails in this historic setting.

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8. Tuckahoe State Park

Wooded Lakeside Getaway. Vast campground set beside a scenic lake just over the Delaware line. Choose from electric, water, or primitive sites among shaded forests. Paddle, fish, or hike miles of peaceful trails.

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9. Spring Gulch Campground

Resort-Style Camping Oasis. Full-service resort campground in Amish Country. Swim in heated pools, join themed weekends, and enjoy mini-golf, fishing, and organized activities. Offers both RV hook-ups and tent sites for a fun-filled family escape.

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10. White Clay Creek State Park

Creekside Rustic Retreat. Group and youth tent camping tucked among rolling hills and woodlands. Hike along panoramic ridges, ride mountain bike trails, and fish in the creek. Quiet, undeveloped campsites perfect for an immersive natural escape.

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