Delaware RV Camping
Delaware RV Camping

Delaware RV Camping and Campgrounds

RV camping locations with spectacular scenery, solitude, and interesting history can be found in Delaware. Public lands and private RV parks and campgrounds offer different types of camping facilities.

Delaware Private RV Parks and Campgrounds

  • Private RV Parks - Research tools for finding the best privately owned RV parks and campgrounds.

Official Delaware RV Camping Information

  • Delaware State Parks - Information about RV camping and state park campgrounds in Delaware. Hundreds of campsites from seashore to deep woods.
  • Delaware Tourism Website - Where to go, and what to do in Delaware. Includes RV camping suggestions.

Campground Reservations

  • Camping Reservations - Make your Delaware State Park campground reservation in advance, and your campsite will be waiting for you to arrive.

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Delaware Public Campgrounds

Delaware State Parks have great RV camping locations. Camp next to tall trees, near a lake or pond or enjoy the scenery of sand dunes and ocean waters. All of the campgrounds provide drinking water, showers, and RV dumping stations. Campsites include picnic tables and fire rings, and many have electric and water hookups.

RV Camping Locations

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  • Lums Pond State Park - 68 campsites - 6 with RV electric hookups. RV Dump station, showers, plus hiking and even a golf course are available for outdoor recreation activities.
  • Killens Pond State Park - Besides a water park, fishing, and boating, you will find 59 RV campsites with water and electric hookups.
  • Cape Henlopen State Park - 150 RV camping sites, most with water hookup. Salt water fishing is very popular in this area.
  • Delaware Seashore State Park - 145 RV campsites. Many with full RV hookups, and boondocking sites, are available at this popular oceanside park.
  • Trap Pond State Park - 130 campsites are available with water and electric RV hookups, and another 12 campsites have no hookups.
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Federal Public Land
RV Camping Information

USFS (US Forest Service) - Describes USFS policies and rules about RV camping. Information about dispersed camping, and tips on how to find great free RV camping sites.

NPS (National Park Service) - General information about RV camping and campgrounds in US National Parks. With campgrounds in the most historic and scenic places in the country, the NPS offers some of the best places for RV camping.

USACE/COE (US Army Corp of Engineers) - USACE (perhaps better know as COE) manages water recreation areas throughout the USA. Information about finding USACE lakes, RV camping possibilities, and rules and policies for use of these water based recreation areas is included.

BLM (Bureau of Land Management) - Located throughout the western USA, BLM managed lands offer great camping locations. Developed campgrounds, and almost unlimited dispersed camping opportunites await you.

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RV Camping Ideas In Delaware

Here's a list of places to consider when looking for a free overnight RV camping or parking location in Delaware. We always recommend asking for overnight RV parking permission when looking for a free spot to spend the night. The smaller your RV, the better chances you will have finding places to stay if you choose not to ask permission. If you don't ask permission, you end up "sneaking" into places and hoping nobody bothers you or issues you a trespassing ticket before you move on.

Be smart and Be Safe...Ask Permission.

  • Truck Stops - Asking permission is usually not a requirement Be considerate of the big rigs!
  • Walmart - Not all stores allow overnight RV parking in Delaware due to city ordinances. Check store for policy.
  • Nightclubs - Had one too many or just pretending?
  • Grain Elevators - Ask where you can park your RV out of the way for the night.
  • Fraternal Organizations - VFW, Elks etc. may allow members free overnight RV camping.
  • Cemetery - Sounds creepy to us, but we've also heard they may have water available.
  • Fairgrounds - State and County facilities may allow RV camping when not otherwise in use.
  • Parks - City, County, State, and Community parks often have free RV camping.
  • Churches - You can almost make "reservations" by calling ahead for permission.
  • Hotel Parking Lots - Assuming a nightclub/bar is inside, had one too many or just pretending?
  • Truck Terminals - Parking areas for large trucks might allow you free RV camping permission.
  • RV Dealers - Pretty brave to us, but you could fit right in.
  • Cracker Barrel - These nationwide restaurants usually allow free overnight RV parking.
  • Movie Theaters - Too tired to drive home after the late show?
  • Highway Rest Areas - All rest areas allow a few hours of free RV parking, but noisy.
  • Drive In Movies - Got a small RV, park in the back row and enjoy the show. Fell asleep by accident right?
  • Vehicle Repair Shops - Need to see the repairman first thing in the morning?
  • Big Box Retailers - Kmart, Best Buy, Sams Club often allow free RV camping.
  • Roadside Parks & Picnic Areas - The early day version of the rest area.

As you can see, there are a lot of free RV camping and parking possibilities in Delaware. If you are not asking permission, it's best to keep a very low profile. If your RV has slide outs, jacks and TV antennas, don't use them so as not to draw attention to yourself. Consider your surroundings carefully and if you feel uncomfortable with the area, move somewhere else.