There's Something Incredible About These 12 Rivers In Delaware

One of the things that everybody thinks about when they hear the word “Delaware” is certainly the massive Delaware River that flows from upstate New York, through the gorgeous Water Gap between PA and NJ, and down into the Atlantic Ocean through the Delaware Bay. However, within the state of Delaware, there are plenty of other stunning Delaware rivers – flowing from through the state to the Chesapeak Bay, to the Delaware Bay, and to the Atlantic Ocean. Take a look at how beautiful these other, smaller Delaware rivers can be…

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The Brandywine is a gorgeous river that flows into the Christina River in Wilmington. The Hagley Museum is on its banks.

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The Broadkill River starts at Wagamons Pond in Milton and flows into the Delaware Bay.

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Explore this creek and its surrounding lands in the gorgeous White Clay Creek State Park.

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Enjoy views of Wilmington from the banks of the Christina River.

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The bridge at night is a sight to behold, and the river itself is gorgeous.

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The Leipsic River flows through Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, so the wildlife spotting is out of this world.

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Little Creek Wildlife Area that surrounds Little River is one of the hidden gems of Delaware. The extensive protected wetlands will stun you with its native species.

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Observe Red Clay Creek from the Mt Cuba Center to really appreciate it's beauty.

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The Mispillion River is responsible for all of the waterfront dining in Milford. Beautiful!

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The St. Jones River flows through Dover and is a scenic place for a picnic on a nice summer day.

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You can cross this picturesque river using the Woodland Ferry, seen here. In the fall, the trees are stunning.

If you want to go hike alongside these beautiful bodies of water, be sure to check out our recent articles on the best trails and short hikes in Delaware, where we feature some of the above rivers.