2026 Delaware State Parks Passes and Permits Go on Sale Dec. 9
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 […]
Rising Costs and Record Demand Are Basis for Discussion of Possible Fee Changes for Delaware State Parks
DNREC Division of Parks and Recreation is seeking public input at three open houses on the first proposed park pass increase in 10 years to address rising costs and record demand. A recent economic impact study found the system generated $822 million in revenue and 7.4 million in visitors for the state in 2024.
DIAA Statement on DFOA Officials
DIAA is committed to working collaboratively with all DIAA approved officials’ associations, in addition to DAAD and DIOC, when considering all future requests concerning officials’ fees. The opportunity to participate in interscholastic athletics is vital to the social, emotional, and physical wellbeing of student athletes. A work stoppage by DFOA would hinder such an opportunity and would not be in the best interest of Delaware’s student athletes.
Delaware State Parks Fee Season to Begin March 1
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control reminds visitors to Delaware State Parks that 2021 entrance fees will be in effect starting Monday, March 1 through Nov. 30. 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 […]
Fees, passes required at state parks, wildlife areas starting Friday, May 8
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.
