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Camping in Delaware

28 places to camp in Delaware: 1 national forest and federal campgrounds, 1 state park campgrounds, 26 private campgrounds and RV parks. The best camping months are May–Jun & Aug–Oct, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In August expect highs near 85°F and lows near 66°F.

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28places to camp
0free or dispersed
May–Jun & Aug–Octbest months
100%with cell signal at camp

Things to do from camp in Delaware

Best areas to camp

  1. Around Milford23 camps in the area within 25 miles
  2. Around Dover5 camps in the area within 25 miles

Questions

When is the best time to camp in Delaware?

The best camping months are May–Jun & Aug–Oct, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In August expect highs near 85°F and lows near 66°F.

Is there free camping in Delaware?

We haven't found free spots in Delaware yet; state parks and private campgrounds charge a fee.

Will I have cell signal camping in Delaware?

At about 100% of camps, at least one carrier has 4G or better (FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous). Plan for no signal on trails.

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This week's picks

A different handful each week. Tap a camp to see it from above, check the weather and plan the drive.

  • Massey LandingOther / private · First come, first served · 3 ft · Cell signal

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  • Lost Lands RV ParkOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

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  • Holly Lake CampgroundOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

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  • Lums Pond Youth CampingOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

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  • Jellystone ParkOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

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  • Smiths LandingOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

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  • Camp Country CenterOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

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  • Gulls Way CampgroundOther / private · First come, first served · Cell signal

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