Posted in Delaware Nature January 20, 2022 by

12 Scenic Trails To Explore In Delaware, One For Each Month Of The Year

Delawareans are lucky to live in a state that, generally, has pretty mild weather. Sure, there are sometimes blizzards in the winter and we’re no strangers to heatwaves, but it’s fairly easy to find a nice day to get outside in every month of the year. Here are a few of our favorite hikes that you can enjoy each month of the year.

January - Brandywine Creek State Park
Brandywine Creek State Park, 41 Adams Dam Rd, Wilmington, DE 19807, USA
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Brandywine Creek State Park is scenic all year long, but in the winter, it's full of sledders after a fresh snow. It's one of the best places to go after a winter storm.

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February - Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge
Bombay Hook, Delaware 19977, USA
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Winter sunrises are notoriously gorgeous, so make plans to get up early and go see one at Bombay Hook. You can bundle up and hike around, or explore via the Auto Trail.

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March - Jack A. Markell Trail
Jack A. Markell Trail, New Castle, DE, USA
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In March, we're treated to a handful of warm days after a chilly winter. Head to the Jack A. Markell Trail to enjoy a boardwalk (no mud!) where you can walk or bike along scenic marshland.

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April - Mt. Cuba Center
Mt Cuba Center, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707, USA
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Every April, the Mt. Cuba Center hosts their Wildflower Celebration! Come see the beautiful native gardens in bloom.

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May - Prime Hook National Wlidlife Refuge
Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge, 11978 Turkle Pond Rd, Milton, DE 19968, USA
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Prime Hook is a beautiful spot to get a taste of beach weather on a warm day in May. Walk along the beach or trails, or drop in for the first paddle of the year.

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June - Blackbird Creek
Blackbird Creek Reserve, 801 Blackbird Landing Rd, Townsend, DE 19734, USA
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In June, visit Blackbird Creek. This state forest area is a great spot for remote, primitive camping, and the weaher in June is typically perfect for such an adventure.

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July - Assawoman Bay Wildlife Area
Assawoman Wildlife Area, 37604 Mulberry Landing Rd, Frankford, DE 19945, USA
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In July, ditch the busy beaches and hang out on the bays. The Assawoman State Wildlife Area is a great place to hang out and enjoy some beach time without fighting for parking.

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August - Trap Pond State Park
Trap Pond State Park, 33587 Baldcypress Lane, Laurel, DE 19956, USA
Flickr / Mike Mahaffie
In August, it's time to go kayaking! Try out a water trail instead of a hiking trail and you'll enjoy a break from the brutal summer sun.

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September - Michael Castle Trail along the C&D Canal
Michael Castle Trail, South Lum's Pond Parking, Bear, DE 19701, USA
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When the weather begins to cool down, visit the Canal! Did you know that the C&D Canal is the best place to go looking for fossils in Delaware?

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October - Lums Pond State Park
Lums Pond State Park, 1068 Howell School Rd, Bear, DE 19701, USA
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Lums Pond is a great spot for fall foliage spotting! Walk around the water and take it all in — this is some of the best scenery in northern Delaware.

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November - Auburn Valley State Park
Auburn Valley State Park, 3000 Creek Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707, USA
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Enjoy the fading fall foliage at Delaware's newest state park. If it's a chilly day, you can spend time inside at the Marshall Steam Museum!

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December - Cape Henlopen State Park
Cape Henlopen State Park, Delaware 19958, USA
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Winter at the beach is something special. Visit Cape Henlopen to see Lewes as a sleepy town and enjoy the views of the icy bay and stunning winter skies.

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What are your favorite places to go for a hike in Delaware? We’d love to hear if you’re more of a Sussex County explorer, or prefer the DuPont Corridor! Let’s chat in the comments.

Address: Lums Pond State Park, 1068 Howell School Rd, Bear, DE 19701, USA
Address: Bombay Hook, Delaware 19977, USA
Address: Jack A. Markell Trail, New Castle, DE, USA
Address: Blackbird Creek Reserve, 801 Blackbird Landing Rd, Townsend, DE 19734, USA
Address: Auburn Valley State Park, 3000 Creek Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707, USA
Address: Trap Pond State Park, 33587 Baldcypress Lane, Laurel, DE 19956, USA
Address: Assawoman Wildlife Area, 37604 Mulberry Landing Rd, Frankford, DE 19945, USA
Address: Michael Castle Trail, South Lum's Pond Parking, Bear, DE 19701, USA
Address: Cape Henlopen State Park, Delaware 19958, USA
Address: Mt Cuba Center, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE 19707, USA
Address: Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge, 11978 Turkle Pond Rd, Milton, DE 19968, USA
Address: Brandywine Creek State Park, 41 Adams Dam Rd, Wilmington, DE 19807, USA