Most People Don't Know These 11 Super Tiny Towns In Delaware Exist
By Michelle|Published May 09, 2016
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Michelle's life is a colorful map of exploration and adventure. From the iconic streets of New York to the sunny shores of Florida, the jagged coast of Maine to the rugged terrain of Montana, she's been fortunate to call some of America's most beautiful states home. Beyond the U.S., Michelle's wanderlust has taken her on a motorcycle journey through India, led her to teach English in Hanoi, and saw her studying Spanish in Guatemala. Michelle graduated with a communications degree from the S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and in addition to a career in advertising has worked with OnlyInYourState since 2016, where her love for travel and storytelling converges. Alongside writing and exploring, Michelle finds joy in photography, staying active, and time with her family.
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Delaware often gets overlooked as a result of our small size. It is the second smallest state in terms of overall land area and the seventh smallest in terms of population. To prove that being small isn’t all bad, we’ve compiled a list of some of the very smallest towns in Delaware. City-Data, our go-to source for census, income and residential data for places across the country, reports that there are approximately 18 towns that have fewer than 1,000 residents. Many are actually the most beautiful in the state.
Here are 11 of our favorite super tiny towns in Delaware, from largest to smallest. Take a look and think about passing through for a visit – just make sure to keep your eyes open or you may miss them.
Despite being one of the larger of the tiny towns on this list, Frankford certainly comes with a small-town feel. Spend time there this summer and enjoy movies under the stars at "Movies at the Park." Click here to see this summer's schedule.
Millville was incorporated in 1906, and grew very slowly for many years. However, in the last decade the population has grown more than 100%. So, if you want to enjoy the town with the "a beautiful way of life" motto before it explodes, you should head there now!
The quirky little town of Arden is noted on the National Register of Historic Places. It was founded in 1900 as a Utopian, Single-Tax Community. Half of the area is actually forest, which is not taxed at all. Make a visit if you love art, theater and culture - something for which the village is noted.
We say skip Ocean City and head to Fenwick Island. Home to Fenwick Island State Park, there is plenty for everyone to enjoy here. If you want to feel the true size of this community, come during the winter. That's when it truly earns its place on this list.
Odessa was once in important area along the Delaware River, acting as a busy grain shipping port. A visit to the town today is a history lover's dream. Come and explore the network of 18th and 19th century homes.
It might not be obvious, but the town of Bowers is actually quite small when it comes to year-round population. It's a lovely seaside community. Head there for the 4th Annual Buccaneer Bash on Memorial Day Weekend! Click here for more information.
Little Creek was first settled in the early 1800s and was reportedly first inhabited by pirates! It is now a very small community with a long-standing fishing heritage.
11. Slaughter Beach, Sussex County, Population 215
Slaughter Beach is a lot more lovely than the name might imply. The town was founded in 1681 and its popularity has fluctuated. Perhaps the small year-round community has ensured that wildlife has flourished.
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