Trussum Pond Near Laurel to Close March 17 for Boat Ramp, Parking Area Improvements
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, March 14, 2025
DNREC announced today that Trussum Pond, managed by the DNREC Division of Parks and Recreation, will close starting March 17 for a construction improvements project expected to be completed in mid-April.
DNREC to Close The Point at Cape Henlopen for Beach-nesting Bird Season Starting March 1
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Thursday, February 27, 2025
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will close The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park, including a stretch of ocean and bay beach, starting Saturday, March 1.
Delaware State Parks Fee Season to Begin March 1
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, February 26, 2025
DNREC reminds visitors to Delaware State Parks that 2025 entrance fees will be in effect starting Saturday, March 1 through Nov. 30. Daily state park entrance fees for vehicles registered in Delaware are $4 at inland parks and $5 at ocean parks. Fees for out-of-state vehicles are $8 at inland parks and $10 at ocean parks. Annual passes are also available as a convenient and cost-effective alternative to daily fees.
DNREC Announces Leadership Changes
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy | Division of Parks and Recreation | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Ritter, Cole and Boyle Named to Key Roles Secretary Greg Patterson today announced leadership appointments at the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, naming three new officials to key roles to advance the Department’s mission and strengthen intergovernmental coordination and policy. Matthew Ritter has been named the director of DNREC Division of Parks […]
DNREC Nears Completion on First Part of Indian River Inlet Beach Nourishment Project
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Parks and Recreation | Division of Watershed Stewardship | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, February 7, 2025
DNREC’s inaugural Field Trip Friday brought state and local leaders to the Indian River Inlet, where Secretary Greg Patterson highlighted progress on the beach nourishment project, which remains on schedule to strengthen coastal resilience before transitioning to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for its final phase.
