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
Southern Delaware / Beaches
Cape Henlopen State Park
One of Delaware’s flagship state parks, with a lifeguarded ocean beach alongside WWII history and birding — a well-rounded coastal
Fenwick Island State Park
A quieter alternative to Delaware’s more crowded northern beach towns, right at the Maryland state line.
Gordon’s Pond (Cape Henlopen State Park)
A coastal pond and beach area within Cape Henlopen State Park. The beach area offers guarded ocean swimming in the
Jungle Jim’s Waterpark
Regional guides specifically recommend this as the best option for visitors wanting to see the bottom clearly and have lifeguards