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Sneak Away To These 8 Secret Bayside Beaches In Delaware To Escape The Crowds

Discover peaceful bayside beaches in Delaware that offer a quiet alternative to crowded oceanfront spots.

Published Jul 8, 2019

Written by 

Kim Magaraci

Delaware's beaches are great, but the summertime tourists are not. If you're still looking for some time on the sand without having to deal with crazy parking and crushing crowds, head to any of these bayside beaches in Delaware to enjoy a summer day in a peaceful way.

1. Plum Island Beach

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Flickr / Paul Parcells

Plum Island Beach is one of the quietest beaches in Delaware, and many people use it as a kayak launch into the Delaware Bay. It feels a bit like a desert island, thanks to the shipwreck that remains on the sand.

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2. Fowler Beach

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Flickr / Mike Mahaffie

Fowler Beach is one of the quietest beaches in the state. It's close to Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge, so bring a pair of binoculars and get ready to do some birdwatching.

3. Woodland Beach

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Flickr / Pontla

Did you know that Woodland Beach was once a resort town until a tsunami washed the hotels and amusement rides away? Today, you won't deal with long lines of any sort - just a quiet beach that's great for fishing and relaxing.

4. Bowers Beach

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Flickr / Mike Mahaffie

Of all the bayside beaches, Bowers is the most popular. You can enjoy a great meal at JP's Wharf on the river, or learn about pirate history at the Maritime Musem.

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5. Pickering Beach

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Flickr / Allison Richards

Pickering Beach is just south of Bombay Hook, so again, great wildlife spotting opportunities await. This quiet beach is a great place to walk along the sand and enjoy the sights and sounds of the bay.

6. Slaughter Beach

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Flickr / TJdatsn

Slaughter Beach may sound intimidating, but you're unlikely to meet your end here. Visit to learn all about horseshoe crabs that show up here by the thousands during the breeding season.

7. Big Stone Beach

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Flickr / Mike Mahaffie

Big Stone Beach is located in between Pickering and Slaughter Beaches, and this little beach town is quiet as can be.

8. Kitts Hummock

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Kitts Hummock Beach

Kitts Hummock is a charming little beach town that enjoys old fashioned, bayside life. Relax on the sand and enjoy the warm bay water if you want to go for a swim.

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Where will you go on your next beach day? If you still think you need the ocean, at least make it a trip to One Of The Most Remote Beaches In Delaware, where you'll get to enjoy a dip in the Atlantic without the Rehoboth crowds.

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The Relaxing Lazy River In Delaware Where You’ll Find Us All Summer Long

Published Jul 22, 2024

Written by 

Meghan Byers

Summer is well underway, and the temperatures just keep climbing. Some of us thrive in the heat, and some of us - well, not so much. If you're in the latter camp, you'll probably want to spend your summer cooling off in the water, whether that's on Delaware's gorgeous beaches...or floating along a lazy river. We happen to think you can find the best lazy river in Delaware at Jungle Jim's water park, located in Rehoboth Beach. It's one of the most relaxing ways we can think of to cool off under this year's especially brutal summer sun. Let's take a closer look!

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Jungle Jim’s is a Rehoboth Beach institution, attracting tons of families each year to enjoy its myriad attractions. With water slides, a splash area for the little ones, a wave pool, bumper boats, and so much more, this huge water park – the biggest in Delaware – offers so much summer fun.

A whimsical entrance to Jungle Jim's, featuring a rocky structure with tropical plants and playful animal sculptures.
Christopher Donahue/Google Local

By far one of the best attractions at Jungle Jim's is the lazy river. This long, winding river makes its way all around the park, carrying along kids and adults alike on colorful tubes.

Aerial view of a vibrant water park with pools, slides, and colorful umbrellas, bustling with visitors enjoying the sun.
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Grab a tube, hop in, and lay back and relax as you're carried along the best lazy river in Delaware. The lazy river does pass through a small wave pool, so be prepared for some minor turbulence along the way - but that just adds to the fun!

A busy water park scene with colorful inner tubes floating in a pool, surrounded by water slides and umbrellas.
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Some of the water slides let out into the lazy river, so you can enjoy a thrilling ride and then float off on your way. What a way to spend a hot summer's day.

Colorful water slides twist and turn above a lazy river at a water park, surrounded by greenery and blue skies.
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Aside from the lazy river, Jungle Jim's has lots more to offer - like bumper boats! Kids are sure to love this one. Each boat even has its own water cannon to spray the other boats (so yes, be prepared to get wet). And if after some bumper boat battles you find yourself hungry, Jungle Jim's has a cafe on site called the River Safari Cafe. On the menu you'll find burgers (including veggie burgers), fries, nachos, ice cream, and more.

Children enjoy bumper boats in a sunny pool, surrounded by greenery and a blue sky with fluffy clouds.
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If you want a break from the water, you can also play a game of mini golf - jungle-themed, naturally.

A colorful mini-golf course featuring a snake sculpture, surrounded by greenery and water slides in the background.
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Of course, there's a lot to be said for just lounging on your towel by the water and enjoying some sunshine before your next relaxing float down the best lazy river around.

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A sunny pool area with red lounge chairs, umbrellas, and water slides in the background under a blue sky with clouds.
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Visit the Jungle Jim's website for pricing, water park rules, and hours.

For more summer fun, check out Delaware's best beaches to visit this summer!

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6 Pristine Hidden Beaches Throughout Delaware You’ve Got To Visit This Summer

Discover seven hidden beaches in Delaware for a peaceful and relaxing escape from the crowds.

Updated Jul 10, 2024

Written by 

Kim Magaraci

Delaware's beaches are beyond amazing, but we can all probably agree that it can be frustrating to find parking and fight through the crowds during the busy tourist season. If you're looking for rest and relaxation without the crowds and chaos, head to some of the quietest Delaware beaches, and enjoy a remote and peaceful day on the sand. Here are six of the most incredible hidden beaches in Delaware for your next relaxing escape.

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1. Broadkill Beach

A sandy beach with a green house in the background, a person walking near the water, and wooden debris along the shore.
Flickr / Mike Mahaffie

Broadkill is a sandy beach that's becoming more popular every year, but it's still much quieter than the Atlantic Ocean beach towns farther down the coast. This is a great choice if you want to avoid some of the crowds of the more popular beaches.

Check out this awe-inspiring 4K drone video of Broadkill Beach:

2. Slaughter Beach

A child crouches by the water's edge on a beach, observing a line of sea turtles on the sand.
Flickr / Victoria Pickering

Don't let the name scare you off - Slaughter Beach is far from a horror movie site. While you may be the only person around, you'll be sharing the beach with hundreds of horseshoe crabs that call these shores home. Make a day out of watching these comical creatures, and helping them get back into the water if they get stranded. Visit to see why we consider it to be one of the best hidden gems in Delaware.

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3. Woodland Beach

A wooden pier extends into calm waters under a pastel sky at dusk, with gentle waves lapping at the sandy shore.
Flickr / pontla

Did you know that Woodland Beach was once a resort town, with an enormous amusement park? After a series of storms and one gigantic tidal wave, this quiet beach was all but abandoned. Now, it's a popular destination for people who love to fish off the pier. Come see why this is definitely one of the best Delaware beaches.

Explore Woodland Beach from the air in this thrilling drone video:

4. Bowers Beach

A green buoy stands in calm waters under a blue sky with scattered clouds, near a sandy shore.
Flickr / Mike Mahaffie

Bowers Beach is one of the most charming bayside communities in Delaware. Visit the Bowers Beach Maritime Museum or stop in for fresh oysters from JP's Wharf. Bowers Beach is one small beach town in Delaware destined to become your favorite!

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5. Big Stone Beach

A sandy beach with gentle waves, footprints leading towards distant houses under a clear sky.
Flickr / Mike Mahaffie

Big Stone Beach is one of the most remote beaches in the state. Walk along the bay and enjoy your peaceful and quiet surroundings. It's also one of the best places to find sea glass in Delaware.

6. Fenwick Island State Park

A sunny beach scene with colorful umbrellas, lounge chairs, and people enjoying the sand and water.
Flickr / Lee Cannon

Not many people even know that Fenwick Island State Park exists! This quiet park beach is home to some of the cleanest sand and most pristine waters in Delaware, and unlike the other beaches on the list, it's right on the Atlantic Ocean. It might also be one of the quietest beaches in Delaware.

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For a road trip that will take you to see all these secret beaches in one day, you might want to do our hidden beaches road trip in Delaware. What are your favorite hidden beaches in Delaware? We would love to hear all about your top picks!

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