Discover the Historical Charm of Fort Delaware State Park

Getting There

• Car

  From Lums Pond State Park, start by exiting the park onto Route 896 South. Continue on Route 896 until you reach the intersection with Route 1. Merge onto Route 1 South. Follow Route 1 South for approximately 6 miles. Take the exit for Route 9 East towards New Castle and continue for about 5 miles. Merge onto Route 13 North and follow it for 3 miles. Take the exit towards Delaware City. Follow the signs to Delaware City, and when you reach the town, turn onto Clinton Street. Fort Delaware State Park is located at 45 Clinton St, Delaware City, DE 19706. You may need to pay for parking depending on the season.

• Public Transportation

  If you're using public transportation, you can take the DART First State bus service. Start by catching the DART bus from Lums Pond State Park to the nearest bus stop on Route 896 South. From there, take the DART bus to the New Castle area, where you can transfer to another bus heading towards Delaware City. Ensure you check the DART First State schedule for the appropriate times. Once you arrive in Delaware City, you may need to walk or take a local taxi to Clinton Street, where Fort Delaware State Park is located at 45 Clinton St, Delaware City, DE 19706. Be aware of any fare costs associated with the DART service.

• Ferry

  If you're looking for a scenic route, consider taking the ferry service. From Lums Pond State Park, drive to Delaware City. Follow the car guidance above to reach Delaware City, where you can find the ferry service to Fort Delaware State Park. The ferry runs seasonally and has a fee for round-trip passage, so check the schedule and pricing in advance on the Fort Delaware State Park website. The ferry ride offers beautiful views of the Delaware River and is a unique way to reach the park.