Are you looking for a new adventure in the First State? Read about some of these scenic spots within Delaware’s wilderness and find yourself lost in the woods for an afternoon of peace and quiet.
- Prime Hook
Flickr / Judy Gallagher Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is home to foxes, birds, deer, and more. Take a drive or hit the water to paddle through this mesmerizing ecosystem.Address: Prime Hook State Wildlife Management Area, Milford, DE, 19963
- Bombay Hook
Flickr / Becky Costanza-Paretta Bombay Hook is a birding paradise. This National Wildlife Refuge is one of the most important stops along the International Flyway.Address: 2501-2599 Refuge Entrance Road, Smyrna, DE, 19977
- Trap Pond State Park
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program Trap Pond State Park is home to a wild nature center, gorgeous trails, and waterways that are perfect for paddling. Check it out on foot or in a boat.Address: 33587 Baldcypress Lane, Laurel, DE, 19956
- Killens Pond State Park
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program Killens Pond State Park is one place where hikers can find gorgeous wildlife in abundance. Look for foxes, deer, raccoons, owls, eagles and more while you circle the pond.Address: 5025 Killens Pond Road, Felton, DE, 19943
- Blackbird Creek
Flickr / Mike Mahaffie Drop in along Blackbird Creek for a remote, isolated trip through a quiet state forest. Afterward, plan a hike or a secluded camping trip.Address: 801 Blackbird Landing Road, Townsend, DE, 19734
- Brandywine Creek State Park
Flickr / Bob Glennan Explore an old DuPont estate along the banks of the Brandywine and you’ll be amazed at what you discover. The Indian Springs Trail takes you close to the water and through shady, scenic trails.Address: 41 Adams Dam Road, Wilmington, DE, 19807
- Redden State Forest
Google Local / F C Georgetown’s greatest hidden gem is the place to go for a picnic, a hike, or a rustic campout. Visit to see what’s hiding in Sussex County.Address: Redden State Forest, Georgetown, DE, 19947
- Middle Run Valley
AllTrails / Chrissy Cesario Middle Run Valley is home to tens of thousands of trees that were planted by volunteers to create a stunning natural landscape. Take a hike through Delaware’s longest connected trail system to see this wonder for yourself.Address: Possum Hollow Road, Newark, DE, 19711
- Russell Peterson Wildlife Refuge
Google Local / Chilly D. You might not even know the Russell Peterson Wildlife Refuge is hiding right in Wilmington! This diverse river ecosystem is the perfect wild getaway when you can’t get too far from the city.Address: 1400 Delmarva Lane, Wilmington, DE, 19801
Where do you want to go on your next Delaware wilderness adventure? Tell us in the comments below!
Flickr / Judy Gallagher
Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is home to foxes, birds, deer, and more. Take a drive or hit the water to paddle through this mesmerizing ecosystem.Address: Prime Hook State Wildlife Management Area, Milford, DE, 19963
Flickr / Becky Costanza-Paretta
Bombay Hook is a birding paradise. This National Wildlife Refuge is one of the most important stops along the International Flyway.Address: 2501-2599 Refuge Entrance Road, Smyrna, DE, 19977
Flickr / Chesapeake Bay Program
Trap Pond State Park is home to a wild nature center, gorgeous trails, and waterways that are perfect for paddling. Check it out on foot or in a boat.Address: 33587 Baldcypress Lane, Laurel, DE, 19956
Killens Pond State Park is one place where hikers can find gorgeous wildlife in abundance. Look for foxes, deer, raccoons, owls, eagles and more while you circle the pond.Address: 5025 Killens Pond Road, Felton, DE, 19943
Flickr / Mike Mahaffie
Drop in along Blackbird Creek for a remote, isolated trip through a quiet state forest. Afterward, plan a hike or a secluded camping trip.Address: 801 Blackbird Landing Road, Townsend, DE, 19734
Flickr / Bob Glennan
Explore an old DuPont estate along the banks of the Brandywine and you’ll be amazed at what you discover. The Indian Springs Trail takes you close to the water and through shady, scenic trails.Address: 41 Adams Dam Road, Wilmington, DE, 19807
Google Local / F C
Georgetown’s greatest hidden gem is the place to go for a picnic, a hike, or a rustic campout. Visit to see what’s hiding in Sussex County.Address: Redden State Forest, Georgetown, DE, 19947
AllTrails / Chrissy Cesario
Middle Run Valley is home to tens of thousands of trees that were planted by volunteers to create a stunning natural landscape. Take a hike through Delaware’s longest connected trail system to see this wonder for yourself.Address: Possum Hollow Road, Newark, DE, 19711
Google Local / Chilly D.
You might not even know the Russell Peterson Wildlife Refuge is hiding right in Wilmington! This diverse river ecosystem is the perfect wild getaway when you can’t get too far from the city.Address: 1400 Delmarva Lane, Wilmington, DE, 19801
For some inspiration, read 7 Low-Key Hikes In Delaware With Amazing Payoffs.
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