NEWS FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Feb. 26, 2010
Vol. 40, No. 54
Contact: Andy Meanor, Delaware State Parks, 302-739-9220; or Necia Beck, Delaware State Parks 302-739-9175, Necia.Beck@state.de.us
Delaware State Parks annual passes save on park entrance fees
DOVER – The 2010 Delaware State Parks’ fee season begins Monday, March 1. At that time, all Delaware State Parks that charge an entry fee will begin collecting from park visitors. Daily entry fees remain unchanged. The fee for Delaware residents are $3 for inland parks and $4 for beach parks. Fees for non-residents are double the resident rate. The fee season continues until Nov. 30, 2010.
Annual passes are available for an annual fee of $54. Delaware residents pay a discounted rate of $27. The passes allow vehicle access to any state park charging an entry fee, with a few exceptions, for the entire fee season. Discounts and special programs are available for senior citizens, active-duty military personnel and certain special populations. Detailed information regarding park entrance fees and annual passes is available at www.destateparks.com or by calling 302-739-9220.
The opening of the parks’ fee season coincides with campground reopenings at Cape Henlopen, Delaware Seashore, Killens Pond and Lums Pond state parks. The cottages at Killens Pond and the Indian River Marina are open year-round. Campground reservations may be made by calling the newly-updated Campground Reservation System at 1-877-98-PARKS (1-800-987-2757) or online at http://delawarestateparks.reserveamerica.com.
Due to the recent severe weather, some services may not be available in the campgrounds. In particular, storm damage at Trap Pond State Park will delay the campground opening by approximately one week. Information regarding park campgrounds is available by calling 302-739-9220.
