Cape Henlopen State Park

 

Cape Henlopen State Park allows seasonal equestrian access to 4.6 miles of beach riding. Horse and mule riders here can

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What to Expect

• Beach horseback riding is permitted from November 1 to April 30
• At Gordons Pond, the surf fishing vehicle crossing is designated for equestrian access to the beach.
• At the Point Comfort Station lot, a dune crossing is marked and designated for equestrian access to the beach.
• At Gordons Pond, the surf fishing vehicle crossing is designated for equestrian access to the beach.
• At the Point Comfort Station lot, a dune crossing is marked and designated for equestrian access to the beach.

Rules and Regulations

• Land Manager = Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control
• Riders are responsible for cleaning up after their horses on roadways and in parking areas.
• The beach north of the Point parking lot is subject to closure from March 1 to September 1.
• Trailers and tow vehicles must park in either the Gordons Pond Parking lot or the Point Comfort Station Parking lot.
• Designated beach for equestrian use runs from the ocean side of the Point of the Cape south to the Gordons Pond surf fishing vehicle crossing. (4.6 miles)

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