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Lums Pond State Park, DE
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Description
Lums Pond State Park is nestled in an oak and poplar woodland and surrounds Delaware's largest freshwater millpond. As one of the First State'...[more]
Status: Open year round.
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Overview
Description
Lums Pond State Park is nestled in an oak and poplar woodland and surrounds Delaware's largest freshwater millpond. As one of the First State's most diversified parks, recreational opportunities can be found in every corner of this popular spot, making it a perfect day trip or a fun family camping destination
Before the Pond existed, St. Georges Creek flowed through the hardwood forest and was the site of several Native American hunting camps. This area was first used as a State Park in 1963.
Recreation:
Hiking, Fishing, Biking, Kayaking, Ball Fields, Cross-Country Skiing, Camping, Disc Golf Course, Horseback Riding Lessons and Trail Rides, Official Campground for the University of Delaware
Check out current events and programs happening during your stay!
Facilities:
Over 10 Miles of Trails, Go Ape! Zip line Treetop Adventure Course , Sunset Stables Equestrian Center , Nature Center, Camp Store, Boat Rentals , Boat Launch Ramp and Two Piers
Nearby Attractions:
University of Delaware, Fort Delaware State Park and Pea Patch Island, Historic New Castle, White Clay Creek State Park, Go Ape! Zip line Adventure Course, Summit North Marina
Services and Amenities
Within Park
- Biking
- Boat Launch
- Boat Rental
- Canoeing
- Convenience Store
- Dump Station
- Fire Rings
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Showers
- Information Center
- Nature Center
- Nature Program
- Nature Trails
- Parking
- Picnic Tables
- Pond Fishing
- Ranger Station
- Sail Boating
- Sailboats
- Showers
- Toilet, Flush
- Water Drinking
- fishing pier
Fees and Cancellation Policies
Fees and Cancellation
- A cancellation fee of $10 applies if cancellation occurs prior to 31 days before arrival date. Balance of payments will be refunded.
- A cancellation fee of a one-day camping fee is charged if cancellation is within 30 days of arrival date; the balance of payment received will be refunded.
- A cabin reservation carries a $35 cancellation fee; the balance of payment received will be refunded.
- A reservation at the Cottages at Indian River Marina carries a cancellation fee of one-half of the total rental fee.
- Early departures forfeit all balances.
- No refunds will be given unless Delaware State Parks or the reservation call center is notified of the cancellation.
- The park reserves the right to hold a campsite, cabin or yurt for no more than 24 hours after a customer's expected arrival date; after that time, the reservation will be cancelled. The park must receive notice of the late arrival to hold the reservation after the designated arrival time.
Special Policy Applicable to this Facility
Changes or cancellations made to the reservation 31 days or more before the arrival date will result in a $10.00 cancellation fee. A one night camping fee will be charged for any changes or cancellations made 30 days or less before the arrival date. No refunds will be given for cancellations made after the date of arrival or after the point of check-in.
Facility Rates*
Park Season
Site Type
Nightly/Daily Rates
Non Peak Season
Apr 01 2024 -
May 23 2024
Apr 01 2024 -
May 23 2024
Yurt
$47.00-$65.00
Tent Only
$22.00-$33.00
RV CAMPSITE
$40.00-$54.00
Picnic Area
$75.00
Pavilion
$120.00-$150.00
Peak Season
May 24 2024 -
Jun 13 2024
May 24 2024 -
Jun 13 2024
Yurt
$52.00-$66.00
Tent Only
$22.00-$33.00
RV CAMPSITE
$44.00-$59.00
Picnic Area
$75.00
Pavilion
$120.00-$150.00
Core Season
Jun 14 2024 -
Aug 08 2024
Jun 14 2024 -
Aug 08 2024
Yurt
$57.00-$72.00
Tent Only
$24.00-$35.00
RV CAMPSITE
$46.00-$62.00
Picnic Area
$75.00
Pavilion
$120.00-$150.00
Peak Season
Aug 09 2024 -
Sep 02 2024
Aug 09 2024 -
Sep 02 2024
Yurt
$52.00-$66.00
Tent Only
$22.00-$33.00
RV CAMPSITE
$44.00-$59.00
Picnic Area
$75.00
Pavilion
$120.00-$150.00
Non Peak Season
Sep 03 2024 -
Oct 31 2024
Sep 03 2024 -
Oct 31 2024
Yurt
$47.00-$65.00
Tent Only
$22.00-$33.00
RV CAMPSITE
$40.00-$54.00
Picnic Area
$75.00
Pavilion
$120.00-$150.00
Off Peak Season
Nov 01 2024 -
Dec 31 2024
Nov 01 2024 -
Dec 31 2024
Yurt
$43.00-$62.00
Tent Only
$17.00-$27.00
RV CAMPSITE
$32.00-$45.00
Picnic Area
$75.00
Pavilion
$120.00-$150.00
Off Peak Season
Jan 01 2025 -
Mar 31 2025
Jan 01 2025 -
Mar 31 2025
Yurt
$43.00-$62.00
Tent Only
$17.00-$27.00
RV CAMPSITE
$32.00-$45.00
Picnic Area
$75.00
Pavilion
$120.00-$150.00
Non Peak Season
Apr 01 2025 -
May 22 2025
Apr 01 2025 -
May 22 2025
Yurt
$47.00-$65.00
Tent Only
$22.00-$33.00
RV CAMPSITE
$40.00-$54.00
Picnic Area
$75.00
Pavilion
$120.00-$150.00
*Displayed rates do not reflect discounts, attribute fees (electrical hookups / water hookups), taxes or incremental charges
**Weekly rates may not be available for all sites
Getting There
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
39.55833, -75.72028
39°33'30"N, 75°43'13"W
Lums Pond Campground Address:
3355 Red Lion Road
Bear, DE 19701
39.55833, -75.72028
39°33'30"N, 75°43'13"W
For tours & Programs:
Locations vary. Please refer to the Tour Notes section below for the meeting location.
Bear, DE 19701
Elkton, MD: 5 miles
Dover, DE: 30 miles
Wilmington, DE: 15 miles
Baltimore, MD - 50 miles
Philadelphia, PA - 40 miles
From the North: take I-95 South to exit 1A (Middletown & 896 South) about 8 miles to Rt. 71/301. Turn left onto Rt. 71/301. Go northeast about 1 mile. Campground is on the left.
From the South: Take 896/301 North. Go over Summit Bridge. At the bottom of Summit Bridge turn right onto Rt. 71/301. Go northeast about 1 mile. Campground is on the left.
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