Delaware is underrated when it comes to hikes. So many people think you have to head up to the Poconos or into Maryland to find outdoor adventure worthy of a day trip. If you take the time to explore Delaware's state parks, though, you'll find plenty of outdoor fun hiding right in plain sight.
White Clay Creek State Park is one of Delaware's natural wonders, and a day hike here is sure to be delightful.
There are thousands and thousands of wildflowers that line the trail, and you'll see plenty of wildlife, too. Be sure to bring binoculars to look for birds!
Hey, Delaware, are you ready for cool crisp autumn weather? Make sure you jot down a list of the must-visit fall destinations in Delaware and mark your calendar! After all, fall only comes around once a year before holiday madness takes over our lives, so get out and enjoy the cool weather and gorgeous foliage of the best season ever. Let's see why Delaware in the fall is the best version of itself:
The beauty hiding at Bombay Hook is hard to beat in any season, but in the fall, the stunning colors of the trees and the presence of migratory birds really sets this spot apart.
Lums Pond State Park is always at the top of our Delaware hiking spots list, and in the fall, you'll find it's one of the best places to visit Delaware in October for a walk in the cooler weather. Check out their event calendar and enjoy a hayride or bonfire!
The Wilmington & Western Railroad travels through the scenic Red Clay Creek Valley, one of the most beautiful fall destinations in Delaware. Travel the Autumn Leaf Express to see peak foliage and enjoy a relaxing ride through the countryside.
The beautiful colors of the Brandywine Valley are on display when you visit the Hagley Museum in Delaware in the fall! This DuPont home and museum is a great spot to learn some history and watch the scenery change throughout the season.
The beautiful beach towns are less crowded, which makes them ideal fall destinations in Delaware. Enjoy sidewalk sales, restaurant specials, and the perfect weather of "local summer" in early fall. Come see why this is easily one of the most amazing beaches in Delaware.
The rolling hills of Delaware's chateau country are bursting with color in September and October! Visit White Clay Creek State Park to hike miles of trails through one of the most remote places to enjoy fall in Delaware.
Finally, no list of things to do in the fall in Delaware would be complete without a mention of Fifer Orchards! Delaware's oldest family-run orchard makes the best cider you'll ever try. Visit for apple or pumpkin picking and don't forget a dozen apple cider donuts!
Delaware in the fall is an absolutely beautiful place for a weekend getaway or a scenic road trip. What are your favorite ways to enjoy autumn in Delaware? If you love hiking, check out some of the all-time best autumn hikes in Delaware to add to your bucket list.
Picking berries in the summertime is such a wonderful way to connect with nature and enjoy some fun out in the sun – plus, at the end of it all you get to go home with a bucket full of freshly picked fruit! Whether you love baking with berries like I do (or eating them by the handful – also valid) or you’re just looking for a great summertime activity you can do with the whole family, you’ll want to head over to Bennett Orchards, the biggest pick-your-own blueberry farm in Delaware.
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Bennett Orchards is located in Frankford, Delaware. The Bennett family has farmed this land for an impressive six generations in a row, beginning in 1867. Once focused on grain and poultry, today the farmstead primarily produces peaches and blueberries.
With five varieties of blueberries and 7,000 plants, Bennett Orchards is the largest pick-your-own blueberry farm in Delaware. Thousands of people come here to pick blueberries (and peaches) every summer!
Think of all the blueberry muffins you could make with a bucket full of these...
Picking assistants will be there to help direct you to the ripest, most plentiful blueberries, and wagons are provided. Blueberries are priced per pound, with a four-pound minimum.
Blueberry picking season at Bennett Orchards typically begins in early to mid-June, and lasts through mid to late July, lasting for about 4-6 weeks. You can learn about which different varieties of blueberries are available at which points in the picking season at the Bennett Orchards website.
And of course, blueberries aren't the only crop Bennett Orchards is known for producing. Bennett Orchards also grows 16 different varieties of yellow peaches, a variety of nectarines, and a variety of white peaches.
The pick-your-own peach season starts in early July and ends around late August. Wandering through the lush orchards and picking delicious peaches is such a lovely way to spend a summer's day.
