State Parks Near Dover, Delaware
35 state park units lie within 50 miles of Dover, including 19 parks across the line in New Jersey and Maryland and Pennsylvania. The closest is First State Heritage Park, about 0 mi south of town. 4 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- First State Heritage Park0 mi south
- Within 25 miles
- 4of 35 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 85 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 7pets allowed
State parks near Dover, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Dover; driving distance is usually longer.
First State Heritage Park
First State Heritage Park is a historic site in Kent County, in Dover.
Hours, fees and rules for First State Heritage Park →Killens Pond State Park
In Kent County, about 2 miles southeast of Felton, Killens Pond State Park covers about 1,442 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Killens Pond State Park →Stow Creek State Park
Things to do include hunting in season and boating. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Stow Creek State Park →Hancock House Historic Site
The park supports historic sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Hancock House Historic Site →Tuckahoe State Park
The official site lists about 20 miles of trails. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites). Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Tuckahoe State Park →Martinak State Park
For overnight stays there are 2 camping areas (tent sites). Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Martinak State Park →Fort DuPont State Park
In New Castle County, in Delaware City, Fort DuPont State Park covers about 294 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort DuPont State Park →Lums Pond State Park
Covering about 1,863 acres, Lums Pond State Park lies in New Castle County, about 6 miles southeast of Elkton.
Hours, fees and rules for Lums Pond State Park →Fort Delaware State Park
In New Castle County, in Delaware City, Fort Delaware State Park covers about 256 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Delaware State Park →Fort Mott State Park
Things to do include historic sites, picnicking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Mott State Park →Parvin State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, hunting in season, boating, fishing, and biking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites and showers).
Hours, fees and rules for Parvin State Park →Elk Neck State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Elk Neck State Park →Wye Oak State Park
Wye Oak State Park is a park in Talbot County, about 11 miles north of Easton.
Hours, fees and rules for Wye Oak State Park →Cape May Point State Park
Things to do include historic sites, fishing, wildlife watching, picnicking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Cape May Point State Park →Cape Henlopen State Park
In Sussex County, about 3 miles east of Lewes, Cape Henlopen State Park covers about 562 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Cape Henlopen State Park →Belleplain State Forest
Visitors come for horseback riding, hunting in season, boating, wildlife watching, and biking. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Belleplain State Forest →Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area
Covering about 815 acres, Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area lies in Cecil County, about 4 miles northwest of Newark.
Hours, fees and rules for Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area →Wilmington State Parks
Wilmington State Parks is a park in New Castle County, in Wilmington.
Hours, fees and rules for Wilmington State Parks →White Clay Creek State Park
Covering about 3,520 acres, White Clay Creek State Park lies in New Castle County, about 4 miles north of Newark.
Hours, fees and rules for White Clay Creek State Park →Alapocas Run State Park
In New Castle County, about 3 miles northeast of Elsmere, Alapocas Run State Park covers about 233 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Alapocas Run State Park →Bellevue State Park
Covering about 272 acres, Bellevue State Park lies in New Castle County, in Bellefonte.
Hours, fees and rules for Bellevue State Park →White Clay Creek Preserve
The park supports cross-country skiing, horseback riding, winter sports, hunting in season, and fishing.
Hours, fees and rules for White Clay Creek Preserve →Big Elk Creek State Park
Visitors come for horseback riding, fishing, and hiking. The official site lists about 3 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Big Elk Creek State Park →Fox Point State Park
In New Castle County, about 2 miles northeast of Bellefonte, Fox Point State Park covers about 107 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Fox Point State Park →Trap Pond State Park
Trap Pond State Park is a park in Sussex County, about 10 miles southwest of Millsboro.
Hours, fees and rules for Trap Pond State Park →Delaware Seashore State Park
Delaware Seashore State Park is a park in Sussex County, about 13 miles east of Millsboro.
Hours, fees and rules for Delaware Seashore State Park →Brandywine Creek State Park
Covering about 934 acres, Brandywine Creek State Park lies in New Castle County, about 4 miles north of Elsmere.
Hours, fees and rules for Brandywine Creek State Park →Holts Landing State Park
Holts Landing State Park is a 205-acre park in Sussex County, about 10 miles east of Millsboro.
Hours, fees and rules for Holts Landing State Park →Auburn Valley State Park
Auburn Valley State Park is a park in New Castle County, about 4 miles southeast of Kennett Square.
Hours, fees and rules for Auburn Valley State Park →Susquehanna State Park
Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Susquehanna State Park →Corson's Inlet State Park
Corson's Inlet State Park is a 148-acre park in Cape May County, about 4 miles southwest of Ocean City.
Hours, fees and rules for Corson's Inlet State Park →Tall Pines State Preserve
The park supports horseback riding, biking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Tall Pines State Preserve →Sandy Point State Park
Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach.
Hours, fees and rules for Sandy Point State Park →Bill Burton Fishing Pier State Park
Bill Burton Fishing Pier State Park is a park in Talbot County, about 3 miles northeast of Cambridge.
Hours, fees and rules for Bill Burton Fishing Pier State Park →North Point State Park
In Baltimore County, about 11 miles southeast of Baltimore, North Point State Park covers about 1,272 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for North Point State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Dover
- Tuckahoe State Park 26 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Martinak State Park 27 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Parvin State Park 32 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Elk Neck State Park 33 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Belleplain State Forest 37 mi east · Campground listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Dover
- Tuckahoe State Park 26 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Martinak State Park 27 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Parvin State Park 32 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Elk Neck State Park 33 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Belleplain State Forest 37 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Dover
- Tuckahoe State Park 26 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Martinak State Park 27 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Elk Neck State Park 33 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Wye Oak State Park 34 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area 40 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 2 more in the list above
Swimming near Dover
- Parvin State Park 32 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Elk Neck State Park 33 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Belleplain State Forest 37 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- Sandy Point State Park 48 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Dover
- Fort Mott State Park 31 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Parvin State Park 32 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Cape May Point State Park 34 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Belleplain State Forest 37 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- White Clay Creek Preserve 43 mi north · Hiking trails listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Fishing near Dover
- Parvin State Park 32 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Cape May Point State Park 34 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- White Clay Creek Preserve 43 mi north · Fishing listed
- Big Elk Creek State Park 43 mi northwest · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Dover
What is the closest state park to Dover?
First State Heritage Park is the closest, about 0 miles south of Dover in a straight line. Next are Killens Pond State Park and Stow Creek State Park.
How many state parks are near Dover?
35 state park units are within 50 miles, and 4 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Dover have camping?
8 parks list camping, the nearest being Tuckahoe State Park, Martinak State Park and Parvin State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Dover?
Yes, at 7 parks, including Tuckahoe State Park, Martinak State Park and Elk Neck State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Dover?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
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- Near Wilmington, DE40 mi north
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.