Explore Delaware’s Natural Beauty with the 2025 Passport Program
Are you ready to embark on an exciting adventure across Delaware’s State Parks? The 2025 Passport Program invites you to explore 30 of the most remarkable parks in Delaware, each offering unique landscapes, historical sites, and natural wonders. Complete 25 of the 30 challenges to earn fantastic rewards, including a free 2026 Annual Park Pass and other exclusive park prizes. Make sure to stamp your passport as you check off your adventures along the way!
Discover Delaware’s Most Beautiful Parks
Delaware State Parks are filled with breathtaking landscapes, fascinating history, and environmental wonders. Here are just a few of the many parks you’ll explore in the 2025 Passport Program:
Alapocas Run State Park
Visit Alapocas Run State Park and check out the Ninja Fit course installed next to the Can-Do Playground. It’s a fun way to get active while enjoying the park’s natural beauty.
Auburn Valley State Park
Marvel at the restoration of the 1889 wrought iron Farm Lane Bridge, a striking addition to Auburn Valley that spans Marsh Creek in York, Pennsylvania.
Bellevue State Park
Learn how humans play a role in bird migration at Bellevue, where unique birdhouses are set up to attract various species. A great spot for birdwatching!
Brandywine Creek State Park
Explore the 24-acre Tulip Tree Woods Nature Preserve, surrounded by an ancient stone wall, and home to an old-growth forest that has been relatively undisturbed for over 200 years.
Brandywine Zoo
Check out the Brandywine Zoo and learn about pollinator conservation through a close look at a beehive from May to September.
Cape Henlopen State Park
At Cape Henlopen, explore the butterfly garden created by the Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park and learn more about the role of pollinators.
Delaware Seashore State Park
Discover the benefits of Delaware’s dynamic barrier beach, spanning six miles, and the forces that constantly shape the coastline at Delaware Seashore State Park.
Fenwick Island State Park
Protecting Delaware’s coastline, Fenwick Island State Park is home to American beachgrass that stabilizes the dunes and prevents erosion.
First State Heritage Park
Behind the John Bell House, you’ll find three unique gardens depicting 18th-century cultures and crops. Each garden provides insight into life during the colonial era.
Fort Delaware State Park
During the Civil War, Fort Delaware housed 33,000 prisoners of war. Explore a replica of the barracks built to hold 200 men at maximum capacity during the war.
Fort DuPont State Park
Built in 1933, the Theatre at Fort DuPont was used for entertainment during the Great Depression. Today, it stands as a historical monument and event space.
Fort Miles Historical Area
Learn about World War II-era artillery at Fort Miles, where you’ll find several 3-inch guns, part of the military defense system at the Point of Cape Henlopen.
Fox Point State Park
Head to Fox Point for stunning views of the Delaware River, the city skyline, and local water traffic from the Cherry Island Lighthouse Overlook.
Holts Landing State Park
Explore the world of marsh life at Holts Landing, where raised bronze tactile elements and Braille translations bring the marsh ecosystem to life for visitors of all abilities.
Killens Pond State Park
Visit the Killens Pond Nature Center for a look at live exhibits featuring native reptiles and amphibians, plus beautiful trails to explore along the pond.
Lums Pond State Park
Take a scenic walk to the Lums Pond boathouse and docks, a popular summer spot that offers plenty of activities and natural beauty.
Port Penn Interpretive Center
Step back in time at the Port Penn Interpretive Center, built in 1834, and learn about the Cleaver family’s historical importance to the region.
Trap Pond State Park
Explore the Bethesda Methodist Episcopal Church, built in 1879 to replace an older chapel, and discover its historical significance.
White Clay Creek State Park
Take a walk along the “nine-foot road,” a historic path built in 1928 to help farmers transport goods. It’s a great spot for a peaceful hike through nature.
Wilmington State Parks
The Rockford Tower, built during the Industrial Revolution, reflects Wilmington’s growth and provides a historic symbol for the city’s expanding population.
Total Parks Experience Challenges
Throughout your journey across Delaware’s State Parks, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in special challenges that will help you experience even more of what these parks have to offer. Complete any 25 of the following challenges to get your rewards:
- Go on a guided hike
- Visit a historical museum
- Volunteer at a park
- Visit a nature center
- Attend a park concert or arts program
- Attend a lantern tour or evening program
- Go rock climbing at Alapocas Run State Park
- Attend a fishing or water program
- Participate in a special seasonal activity
- Visit a Delaware state-dedicated Nature Preserve
Rules, Downloads, and Links
To help you keep track of your progress, download the checklist below, where you can check off completed challenges and stamp your passport!
Rules for the Passport Program:
- Participants must be in every submitted photo, though family, friends, and pets are encouraged to join in on the fun! If the participant is not in the photo, the entry will not count.
- When visiting one of the significant park sites, the passport entry must be at the specified location and must be visible within the submitted photo.
- Duplicate entries for challenges are not allowed and will not be counted towards your progress.
- All photos and additional required information must be submitted by November 30, 2025.
- Limited to one annual pass per household.
Have Questions About Our Passport Program?
If you have any questions or need additional information about the program, feel free to Contact Us for more details.
Join the 2025 Passport Program!
Ready to start your adventure? The 2025 Passport Program offers an exciting way to explore Delaware’s State Parks, learn about the environment, and earn fantastic rewards. Complete 25 out of the 30 challenges and you’ll earn a free 2026 Annual Park Pass—plus other amazing park prizes. It’s time to discover all that Delaware’s parks have to offer!
Remember to stamp your passport as you complete each challenge and experience all the beauty and history Delaware has to offer. Get started today!
