Adventure all the way to the Atlantic Ocean and barely see a house in 73 miles of river. This river has 24 miles designated as part of the National Scenic River System and the rest is designated for recreational use. Just because you do not see houses a lot of the river bank is privately owned. Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area offers 40 miles of river and 67,000 acres of public recreation around the river.

Cape Henlopen State Park located in Lewes, Delaware offers a beach lovers delight. The park is very popular with the sun worshipers and body surfing crowd. The northern swimming area also features a modern bath house with showers, changing rooms, and a food concession. You can walk around on the 3 mile paved trail and see more of the area. Lewes was founded in the 1600′s you can enjoy a trolley tour and visit interesting museums and see the waterfront and head to the beach and relax.

It is humanly possible to hike across the entire state of Delaware. You start at the Maryland State Line for your 14 mile hike. Starting on the north side of the c and d canal. You will hike along the canal wildlife zone to St George’s. Hiking eastward the route leaves the canal and you enter the woods continue on till you reach historic Delaware City. You will be rewarded with views of the waterway and a pleasant journey along the trail.

Wilmington Delaware is a city of historic significance. A stop here while in the area is a great idea you can enjoy a variety of activities spend a little time at Rockford Park. Surrounded by the woods and views of the city a perfect spot for a picnic, hiking or just kick back and enjoy.

The state of Delaware is home to a variety of cultural, historical, and outdoor activities. In fact there are so many reasons to visit Delaware that you would be better off extending your vacation rather than choose just one fun and exciting thing to do. Browse the goods at a craft or art fair, take in a ballet or concert, stroll through one of many spectacular parks, or just sit back and relax and take in the scenery surrounding you, whatever you plan to do while visiting Delaware you are sure to make memories and will be eager to soon return.

The natural scenery here is a reason in and of itself to visit the state. Places such as the Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge located in Milton which was established in 1963, the 15,978 acre Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge located in Smyrna, and the 143 acre Edward H. McCabe Nature Preserve also located in Milton delight visitors year round with their beautiful views and vibrant wildlife. For those to like to enjoy the great outdoors by sitting back and relaxing and soaking up the sun there is place such as Bethany Beach where visitors have a one mile stretch to vacation laid back style.

The state of Delaware also has a rich history that many visitors come to explore every year. Visitors can view military aircraft from past years at the Air Mobility Command Museum located in Dover, or get a glimpse of the hidden treasures of the sea at the Treasure of the Sea Exhibit in Georgetown. Curious tourists who visit the state can visit numerous historical properties including the Hendrickson House Museum which was constructed in 1690 in Pennsylvania but since been moved to Wilmington, The Legislative Hall in Dover, or Mispillion Lighthouse built in 1873 and located in Milford.

Culture is another great reason to visit the state of Delaware. Not only are visitors provided with a number of cultural festivals throughout the year but visitors also have the opportunity to visit such places as Wilmington’s “Little Italy”. Here visitors can stroll through a historic Italian urban neighborhood and shop the quaint shops and dine at one of the areas many fine dining restaurants. The cultural possibilities in Delaware are endless and exciting. Whether you want to find that special piece of art for your home décor or dine in authentic Italian restaurant you are sure to find what you’re looking for in Delaware.