Herring Point, beaches at Cape Henlopen State Park closed to surfing, swimming due to possible shark bite
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Division of Parks and Recreation | Date Posted: Thursday, June 4, 2020
DNREC officials have closed Herring Point to surfing and swimming Thursday afternoon until further notice following a biting incident.
Fees, passes required at state parks, wildlife areas starting Friday, May 8
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Division of Parks and Recreation | Date Posted: Wednesday, May 6, 2020
DNREC will reinstate entry fees and park pass requirements at all State Parks and require a Conservation Access Pass to enter state wildlife areas, May 8.
St. Jones Reserve trail in Dover temporarily closed due to storm damage
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy | Date Posted: Thursday, April 16, 2020
The trail at the St. Jones Reserve (DNERR) near Dover is temporarily closed past the first marsh boardwalk as a result of damage caused by storms.
DNREC to limit number of people allowed in state parks and wildlife areas, which may close for periods
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Division of Parks and Recreation | Date Posted: Thursday, April 9, 2020
DNREC announced today it will take steps when necessary to limit the numbers of visitors within state parks and wildlife areas.
DNREC Closes Park and Wildlife Area Amenities; Limits Outdoor Recreation Activities at Beaches
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control | Division of Fish and Wildlife | Division of Parks and Recreation | Date Posted: Thursday, April 2, 2020
While most state parks, nature and wildlife areas continue to stay open during the “Stay Home, Stay Safe” emergency order, many amenities are closed.
