State Parks Near Milford, Delaware
23 state park units lie within 50 miles of Milford, including 13 parks across the line in Maryland and New Jersey. The closest is Killens Pond State Park, about 9 mi northwest of town. 5 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Killens Pond State Park9 mi northwest
- Within 25 miles
- 5of 23 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 65 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 6pets allowed
State parks near Milford, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Milford; driving distance is usually longer.
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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →Fenwick Island State Park
In Sussex County, about 6 miles north of Ocean City, Fenwick Island State Park covers about 266 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Fenwick Island 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 →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 →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 →Hancock House Historic Site
The park supports historic sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Hancock House Historic Site →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 Mott State Park
Things to do include historic sites, picnicking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Mott State Park →Assateague State Park
Assateague State Park is a park in Worcester County, about 8 miles southeast of Berlin.
Hours, fees and rules for Assateague 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 →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Milford
- Martinak State Park 23 mi west · Campground listed
- Tuckahoe State Park 28 mi west · Campground listed
- Belleplain State Forest 39 mi northeast · Campground listed
- Parvin State Park 44 mi north · Campground listed
- Assateague State Park 49 mi south · Campground listed
+ 1 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Milford
- Martinak State Park 23 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Tuckahoe State Park 28 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Belleplain State Forest 39 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Parvin State Park 44 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Elk Neck State Park 50 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Milford
- Martinak State Park 23 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Tuckahoe State Park 28 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Wye Oak State Park 36 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Bill Burton Fishing Pier State Park 40 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Assateague State Park 49 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 1 more in the list above
Swimming near Milford
- Belleplain State Forest 39 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Parvin State Park 44 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Elk Neck State Park 50 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Milford
- Cape May Point State Park 25 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- Belleplain State Forest 39 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Parvin State Park 44 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Fort Mott State Park 48 mi north · Hiking trails listed
Fishing near Milford
- Cape May Point State Park 25 mi east · Fishing listed
- Parvin State Park 44 mi north · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Milford
What is the closest state park to Milford?
Killens Pond State Park is the closest, about 9 miles northwest of Milford in a straight line. Next are First State Heritage Park and Cape Henlopen State Park.
How many state parks are near Milford?
23 state park units are within 50 miles, and 5 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Milford have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being Martinak State Park, Tuckahoe State Park and Belleplain State Forest. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Milford?
Yes, at 6 parks, including Martinak State Park, Tuckahoe State Park and Wye Oak 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 Milford?
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.
State parks near other cities
- Near Dover, DE18 mi north
- Near Easton, MD36 mi west
- Near Bridgeton, NJ37 mi north
- Near Salisbury, MD38 mi south
- Near Middletown, DE40 mi northwest
- Near Cambridge, MD43 mi southwest
- Near Vineland, NJ45 mi northeast
- Near Newark, DE56 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.