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Delaware Seashore State Park

📍 Rehoboth Beach / Bethany Beach area
Nearest Town
$5 In-State / $10 Out-of-State daily vehicle fee (March 1 - Nov 30)
Entry Fee
💧 Warm Atlantic/bay water in summer
Water Temp
🟢 Easy
Difficulty
📅 Summer, lifeguarded in season on ocean side
Best Season
🏞️ River Swim 🟢 Easy $5 In-State / $10 Out-of-State daily vehicle fee (March 1 - Nov 30)
🌊 About Delaware Seashore State Park

A large coastal state park offering both ocean-side swimming (lifeguarded in summer) and calmer bay-side swimming near Indian River Inlet — probably Delaware's most complete developed swim destination.

📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
$5 In-State / $10 Out-of-State daily vehicle fee (March 1 - Nov 30)
Water Temperature
💧 Warm Atlantic/bay water in summer
Best Season
📅 Summer, lifeguarded in season on ocean side
Reservation
Not Required
Water Type
Atlantic Ocean beach + Rehoboth/Indian River Bay swimming
Managed By
Delaware State Parks (DNREC)
County
Sussex County, Delaware
Access Difficulty
🟢 Easy
🗺️ Getting There

Address / Access Point:
39415 Inlet Rd, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

Access Notes:
Easy, developed beach access with lifeguards on the ocean side in season; calmer bay-side swimming also available

GPS Coordinates
38.6358, -75.0614
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✅ Before You Go — Checklist
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    Check current water conditions — especially after recent rain
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    Save GPS coordinates offline before leaving — cell service may be limited
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    Bring cash or card for entry: $5 In-State / $10 Out-of-State daily vehicle fee (March 1 - Nov 30)
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    Pack reef-safe sunscreen, dry bag, water shoes and plenty of drinking water
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    Tell someone where you are going before heading to a remote location
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    Pack out everything you bring in — leave no trace
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