DNREC Adds New Leaders to Delaware State Parks
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, December 15, 2025
Five key leaders were promoted to new positions in Delaware State Parks, including Inland Ponds Regional Administrator Jayce Madden, Northern Regional Administrator Pat Thompson, Superintendent Chris Pauley at Delaware Seashore State Park, Superintendent Lindsey Goebel at Trap Pond State Park and Curator/Registrar Amy Haddock at the Brandywine Zoo.
Big Chill Wins National Recognition for Public-Private Partnership
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
The Big Chill Beach Club was presented the President’s Award for Corporate Partnership by the National Association of State Park Directors for its contributions to Delaware State Parks and surrounding communities.
2026 Delaware State Parks Passes and Permits Go on Sale Dec. 9
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Featured Posts | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Annual passes provide access to the state’s 17 state parks, including Trap Pond State Park in Laurel and others inland or at the beach. Photo by Delaware State Parks Delaware State Parks will begin the sale of its 2026 park passes and surf fishing permits on Dec. 9. Passes and permits can be purchased online […]
Low-Digit Surf Fishing Plates Auction Starts Nov. 25
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Monday, November 24, 2025
To kick off the 75th anniversary celebration of Delaware State Parks in 2026, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will kick off the annual low-digit surf fishing plate auction on Nov. 25. Get your bid in by Dec. 11 to support efforts to preserve the state’s natural and historic resources and maintain popular recreational opportunities.
Enjoy Camping in Delaware State Parks
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, October 31, 2025
Fall is a great time for camping in Delaware State Parks, with options that include sites for tents, yurts, RVs or beach cottages and homes.
