Trap Pond State Park Reviews

We are some of the nearest residents of Trap Pond State Park but we still love camping there! We do it at least once every season. Daily we use the trails for hiking and biking, if not, to visit our children's homes which are both also adjacent to the park. It's a great place to live near or camp!!

We were supposed to camp here in 2023. However, due to a medical emergency, we had to change our plans to 2024. I called, and the person who helped me was very nice, changed the reservation dates at no charge.

When we arrived at the campground, the check-in was closed. Nothing posted about checking in after closing time (it was 4pm). Thankfully, the lady who changed the reservation had sent an email with our site number. We proceeded to our site.

When you make a reservation, you have to put in the camper length and if you have slides. Apparently, that was not looked at when our reservation was changed. We were informed our originally reserved site was booked for the new dates, so they had to move us. Which is fine, but move us to a site our camper fits on. The slide out was touching a tree and could not be fully open, we could not use our awning because the tree on the other side was 2 feet from the side. It was two days before we saw any employees so it was pointless to move by then since this was a short stay. Makes no sense to put us there when our row of sites was empty the entire time we were there.

The first night, the people behind and two sites over from us played vulgar rap music until about 3am. Realized the next day that they were right across from the campground host site.

The bathhouse in our loop was being renovated, so they had the men using port-a-johns and the women using the men's restroom and showers. They expected the men to walk out to the hike in tent sites to shower.

No map of the campground was provided anywhere.

Will never stay here again.

We went to Trap Pond this year for Farther's Day and it was an extremely memorable day. The kayaking was beautiful through the bald cypress trees, lilly pads and beautiful shaded swamp. Kayaking was extremely reasonably priced and we had three kayaks (one tandem) and it only cost us $20 an hour for all three kayaks. Going to the swamp and coming back took us two hours. There is a pontoon boat tour that my parents wanted to take but unfortunately we missed the last tour by 15 minutes. If kayaking or canoeing is not your thing, I would recommend the boat tour to see the amazing beautiful bald cypress trees. Those that rented the paddle boats looked like they were struggling to get all the way across the pond. Highly recommend this beautiful state park and cannot wait to go back and hopefully camp next time.

We really enjoyed this campground! The bathhouses were cleaned regularly and the campsites were very level . Great place to camp!

We go to Trap Pond year round and it is never crowded, even at the height of summer. We bring our own kayaks and put them in at the ramp, then kayak the entire pond, through many alcoves especially when there's high water. The picnic areas are always available and kept clean. We have rented paddleboats, rowboats and canoes. We have also played horseshoes and volleyball. It's a great park with many walking/running/biking trails around the pond. There are also clean bathroom facilities. A great place to spend the day outside any time of the year!

We came to Trap Pond for a 2 day stay before heading to Cape Henlopen. Loved it! Beautiful. We enjoyed the 4 mile bike loop, canoeing out to the little island for a picnic and fishing, and a outdoor concert in the eve. Wonderful. Perfect for families.

We usually campe in a park in Northern Delaware, and occasionally at Cape Henlopen. This was our first time at Trap Pond.

First, the positive. There were great programs to entertain everyone, including pontoon boat tours. We ere close enough to the ocean to enjoy a day at the beach. Also, there were several charming small towns nearby, one of which was hosting a Independence Day parade and carnival that perfectly fit the holiday. Walmart was a short drive away, which came in very handy when we realized we had left a set of tent poles at home.

Tent camping here was rough. Everyone around us had full sized RV's, and the sites were very small. It felt like our tent was set up in a traffic jam. The people were friendly and welcoming, but my preteen was very nervous about getting dressed and people were constantly cutting through our site. Keep in mind that the sites are set up like a parking lot, with back-to-back rows of sites surrounded by road. I think there may be larger sites on the far end, but then you are a hike away from the bathroom and playground,

Another downside was the ground cover. The trees are beautiful tall trees, but the soil is dirty, sticky sand. The kids were a lovely shade of gray within an hour and the tents were impossible to keep clean, both inside and out. Since there are so many RVs, the shower house was nearly empty. But, as soon as you washed off the bug repellant, the biting flies descended.

I will be very careful selecting a site if I camp here again, and I may borrow a camper from a friend to stay off the ground.

Great experience. Kayak in the bald cyprus tree trails that lead you into the past. Narrow trails through an incredible environment let's you forget about everything and be a part of nature. BEST! Campground is typical state park camping.

We spent Thanksgiving day on the Trap Pond canoe trails, wandering quietly through the bald cypress, listening to frogs and birds and the occasional fish breaking the calm water surface. There could be no better place to give thanks for all that. The put-in is easy--right off the main road just before the campground entrance (or after, if entering from the other side).

We stayed in Cabin 1 for two weekend nights in early October 2012. Two years earlier, I had stayed in the yurt next door and loved it. Regarding cabin 1, the water view was somewhat obscured by plants. The cabin was cute. The mattress was thin and I had a tough time sleeping on it. The second night, we added the mattresses for the other beds and thus had a double layer. It was much better that way. Both nights, there was much noise from the next yurt. Apparently, a group of friends had rented two yurts/cabins and they stayed up very late (way past the 10pm quiet time) drinking and chatting by the campfire and it kept us up. We closed the windows and turned on the A/C to try to lessen the noise but it was still really loud. There is a number to call the rangers but my cell phone didn’t work. The pay phone at the showers was broken and I just didn’t want to confront the group. The next day, I did report the group to the rangers but they didn’t seem to care; though at my insistence they said they would send a ranger over the second night. I had read in other reviews that some Delaware State Parks strictly enforce the alcohol ban so I was surprised (and disappointed) at their apathy. They did not send someone and the party continued into the wee hours of the second night. The other aspects of our second visit to Trap Pond were good. I was turned off enough from this experience that I probably won’t be returning to Trap Pond for awhile.

We loved Trap Pond camping...enjoyed the bike trails, boat tour of the Cypress Swamp and the whole park in general. Will definitely return again.We are tent campers and the sited are very nice.

Trap Pond S.P. has a campground across the lake from the "Main Area". This campground is broken up into Lots "A" through "D" which have power and water hook-ups for camping trailers and RVs, Lot "E" which is unimproved woods (each site has a fire grate and a picnic table, and a fresh-water spigot is nearby as is an enclosed "pit" outhouse), and just beyond "E" is a trail that goes past 8 Mini-Cabins and 2 tent-like Yurts. (The Mini-Cabin/Yurt area is a No Pets zone, unlike the Lots, and there's no smoking inside the Mini-Cabins but okay on the porch.)

5 of the Mini-Cabins (#1 through #7) and the 2 Yurts are on the lake-side. The trail continues beyond. The trail around the whole lake (actually a large pond) is about 5 miles -- take water and a hat.

Each Mini-Cabin has a main area and an enclosed bedroom with a double bed (thin mattress on a hard frame) and two bunks in it. There's a storage-only loft above the bedroom. There's also a sizeable screened-in porch (smoking okay there) with a built-in wooden love-seat -- this porch is very effectively a third room. Outside are a private picnic table and fire grate, with a fresh-water spigot on the trail. Adequately back from the trail to have semi-privacy (once the leaves come in). No interior bathroom though.

These three-season Mini-Cabins have electric power and strong baseboard heat in both rooms, and A/C in the main room. There's a large-dorm-size refrigerator. The solid wooden table has two chairs and a low bench, seating four. Unlike the worn exterior, the interior is gleaming.

There's a very strict 10 pm to 7 am Quiet Time. Simple carts are nearby for loading and unloading.

Trap Pond is in a very quiet part of lower Delaware, and these Mini-Cabins are lower-cost during the week -- a dating couple would find this a nice trip, or a budget-minded family with one or two young kids. Our social group scheduled a weekend event, centered on Lot "E" sites but we stayed in the Cabins.

Tips: Bring an electric hot pot to heat water for coffee. Do NOT bring firewood (the campground sells it) due to insect concerns. Lots of electric outlets, but no wi-fi -- all of my group's cell-phones received fine. Bring a hat for the inexpensive pontoon boat ride (the guide steers and narrates). Cabin #8 is the closest to Lot "E" and the outhouse (flush toilets and hot showers are over by Lot "B"). Cabin #10 is the most isolated -- all of the Cabins are constructed of heavy logs and pretty quiet inside. Cabins #6 and #7 are furthest and somewhat paired. Being in the campgrounds gets you access to the park of course. TECHNICALLY cabin check-in is at 3 pm, but we got in at 1:30 pm. There's a small nearby store, but it has high prices and takes cash only.

We have RVed at Trap Pond on several occassions and it remains one of my favorite spots. I will admit the campground feels a bit cramped compared to some other Maryland State Parks, Loop D is by far the best!, but the scenery makes up for it by far. The bike trail is absolutely stunning and if you happen to be an early bird you'll catch the mist over the pond and between the Baldcypress Trees. A great place to canoe and kayak too!

My husband spent time camping at Trap Pond State Park. Wonderful trails to hike and run on through the park. The camp site was well maintained and the rest room clean.

Had the opportunity to visit friends in the camping area of the park a few weeks ago. Brought back a lot of great memories of our camping days. Spaces are great as are the pond that is there. We have road bike there, took grandchildren to the Nature center, rented kayaks.

This is a perfect spot to camp. There is lots to do if you want it. The hiking trails are well maintained and easy. Rent the kayaks to view the Bald Cypress up close.

The only drawback is that there is no privacy for any of the camping spots.

Lovely, shaded campground, right on a small lake with water views. Campsites are mostly large, but the many trees can make it difficult for bigger rigs. We have a small travel trailer, and we loved loop D, but it was really tight for big rigs. The dock at loop D includes a ADA kayak launch that was very easy to use (and no muddy feet!) Kayaking the Terrapin Trail was really neat. The lake itself also has many standing bald cyprus trees that are fun to paddle around. Trussum Pond is all swamp - really cool - but the Ranger advised us not to launch there without a compass to find our way back. Several hiking trails in the park. We did not have our bikes with us, but it looked like Bob Trail would be fine for hybrid bikes. Trap Pond SP is only 30 miles from Delaware Seashore SP which made a great day trip. Parking fee ($10) was waived when we showed our camping car pass. So nice to return to our shady campground after a day at the beach!

Just returned from a five-day trip in cabin 8 at Trap Pond State Park. Had a wonderful time! Highly recommend the hour-long pontoon tour of the pond. Be aware though that you should check in first or you'll have to pay the $8 fee for out of state vehicles to enter the park. If you're staying there though, it's free. We didn't know about this and had to pay the fee. The pontoon tour costs $8 pp. It's worth it for the narrated tour. The pond is beautiful and interesting.

Once you check in at the store/office, you park your vehicle in a parking lot by the cabins and yurts. Then you use a wheel barrel to cart your belongings to your cabin or yurt. We were in cabin 8 which is not far from the parking lot so it wasn't a big deal. We were also close to the bathrooms, which was convenient. The yurts look interesting. Several of the cabins and all yurts are on the water, which is real nice.

Read the instructions for the digital entrance in the cabin...it's a little tricky to open the first time.

There's not a lot to do in the area, so we stayed at the campground except for eating at Abbott's on our last night. That's about a ten minute drive. We had a delicious dinner. We stopped at Laurel Coffee Shop in the morning. Great food and friendly owners.

Several homes in the area sell wood for $5/bundle. The store on site sells it for $7. I believe you can only buy it during store hours though (no honor system for after hours).

This park features a baldcypress swamp: trees that grow out of the lake, small river channels that run deep into woods, something like bayous. This is the wildest sort of place I've seen in a state park so close to settlements. Accessible by kayak only, this is what makes this park special. Come when the water is high enough so that you really can get most of the way up the channels.
This is not a review of the campsites or park picnic facilities. The Nature Center is nice, but there's no swimming in the lake.

We found this park by accident, after the State Park we wanted to reserve was full. We ended up being really glad the other park was full, as this one was great. If you're tent camping and want some privacy, reserve one of the tent sites on "E-Loop". If you're RVing or tenting and want to be in the middle of it all, Loops A or B will be best for you. 2 Bathhouses with Hot showers, coin laundry facilities, and beautiful surroundings. They even have bikes you can borrow (for free - how often do you see that???). We highly recommend the 5 mile Loblolly bike trail - we liked it so much we rode it 3 times !!

We camped at Trap Pond park for four days this August and really loved the park. The lake is serene with boating available ad there is a wonderful trail around the park (4.5 miles). The setting is beautiful and the park is well maintained. WSe rented a paddle boat and plan to try a kayak the next time we are there.

I took my German Shepherd on a day trip to walk the 4.5 mile Loblolly Trail. The trail is easy to walk, crushed gravel and sand, very well-maintained. The first section is also an equestrian trail, so it's nice and broad, though we had to watch where we stepped at times. There is a short walk along a public road to cross a bridge, but it's a back country road, so there was little traffic. The rest of the trail is narrower, very pleasant and shady as it twists its way past several smaller ponds and wetlands. There was a nice broad bridge over the wettest parts. We were passed by several joggers and bikers but there was plenty of room for everyone, and all of the people we encountered were polite and respectful of our space, which is good as my dog is shy. Near the end of the trail there was a fishing bridge with a good view of the pond, so we sat for a few minutes to watch the paddleboaters and kayakers.

There were a few negatives. Firstly, the park itself is a bit out of the way - you need GPS or a good map to find it, as there are few signs to direct you. Secondly, the Loblolly trail unfortunately runs parallel to a public road in several places, so traffic was clearly visible and audible, which detracted from the otherwise beautiful natural setting. Thirdly, I would have liked more views of the pond for which the park was named - I could see it through the trees for a half-mile or so but an overlook would have been nice, as I only really got to see the pond near the end of the trail when we stopped on the fishing bridge. Fourthly, I had been told by the ranger that dogs were allowed on all of the trails, but the final section of the Loblolly trail runs through a picnic/playground area, with posted signs stating that pets are not allowed. I wasn't sure what to do, so I went through the parking lot instead. It was a bit of a letdown for the end of our walk.

Still, overall it was a very pleasant way to spend an afternoon, and we will definitely be back to walk the rest of the trails in the park!

The park itself is clean, spacious and shady. We found a great site even though we didn't have a reservation. Free bike rentals are great! The check in station/store is very clean and well stocked.
The only problem we had was the cleanlisness of the bathhouse. It is only checked once/day. Most people don't clean up after themselves or their kids, so the bathhouse is dirty 23/day. I sent an email regarding this issue to the DE DNR. However, I will look elsewhere for camping again in DE. I know state campgrounds don't have a lot of money to spend but this place is definitley in need of more money to keep the bathhouse cleaner.

Glorious, even on a cold frosty December Morning, my wonderful fiancee and I visited Trap pond last Monday at 8:45. It was cold and the light was low but we had an amazing time. Thanks to whoever maintains this beautiful sanctuary in this hub bub world.

Ian

We spend quite a bit of time in the Dewey Beach area so while visiting this week we took a side trip here for the day. We initially stopped by on Sunday but 5 minutes after paying and entering it started to rain so we came back today and hiked on the boat launch side. The lake and surrounding woods is absolutely breathtaking this time of year and I love the smell of bonfires in the air. There are multiple docks along the trail which made our dock diving golden retriever very happy to say the least, at one point a huge gaggle of geese swam over just to watch him play. It was quite windy and cold so today's hike was a short one but this is definitely going to be a regular stop for us. Lots of birdwatching opportunities, I was able to get photos of a beautiful blue kingfisher. The porta potty by the boat launch was very clean as was the picnic area and the hiking trails are easy to find & follow.

First time camping in a travel trailer at this state park. It was easy to find and the people who work here are very friendly. Gravel roads are wide and spaces are level with a large new picnic table and fire pit. Spacing between sites is okay - not too crowded. You can buy a stack of wood for $5.00, and rent bicycles and canoes. There is a small store, ice machine and propane for sale. Two dump stations. Noticed a playground and the bathroom/showers were adequate although you have to reset the shower every minute or two. Each section has a dock for fishing or your boat and their is a boat ramp off the main road. Noticed a nature center on the other side and a pontoon boat tour of Trap Pond. Fishing was so-so but it was very beautiful. Lots of nature trails, a pavilion, cabins and new yurts available. We even enjoyed a Sunrise Easter Service! Even though the camp ground was packed with people, children, and dogs, it was always quiet after 10pm. If you have allergies, be prepared for lots of pollen this time of year.

This is a very relaxing spot to kayak. We had a little confusion finding the ramp. We paid a the main entrance and did not know that we needed to then exit to the road, take a left and another left into the ramp parking lot. There was the brightest green plant life floating on the water I had ever seen. We started paddling down the pond and I saw some scattered cypress trees in the distance. I was beginning to think that maybe this place had been overrated. But no, at the far end of the pond there are cypress trees spaced out so that you can easily paddle between them. Then there are two trails that wind back into the cypress trees. One we followed into more of an upland wooded area where it became impassable at a bridge. Unfortunately the water level was too low to allow us to get very far on the second trail. I would recommend checking in with the park about the water level before visiting. Other paddlers were one large group and another couple. It was quiet enough that we were able to get close to a barred owl in the woods to have a good look. This is a great spot if you enjoy paddling in a calm, shallow, winding area.
We scoped this park out for camping. Unfortunately, the sites appear to be right on top of one another. The cabins looks a little more secluded. There seems to be a giant day use/picnic area opposite the boat ramp where you can rent boats and picnic. It looks like a great spot for a family picnic.

Well kept, clean, quiet place for an early Spring weekend out. Cabin was clean, mini-refrigerator and air conditioner (used the fan only) worked well. Cabin (mine was #7) was right on the water, a real treat.

Jan in the office was the best. Cheerful, helpful, and informative - couldn't have asked for more. If any manager is reading this - giver her a raise!

Hiking trails.. Canoes.. Kayaks.. Nature center all on a beautiful Lake pond setting.. W beautiful views and true echo spots

PRO'S: out of state fee only $6, very easy hike, shaded & well maintained trails, great picnic area, plenty of parking, nicely maintained visitor/nature center and restrooms, only 45 mins to an hour from Delaware Beaches
CON'S: if you don't have a navigation system you may have a hard time finding; not well marked.
Overall, this was a worthwhile day trip for us coming from our stay in the Delaware Beach Area, the park is only about 45 mins from Fenwick Island. The main trail is a 4.5 mi loop through woods and along the pond (might be a bit much for young children, mainly teenagers and adults on trail hiking or biking). It's a good chance for people from the North to see a cypress tree too. If your close by, it's worth stopping in for a hike or a picnic.

My family of 3 went to the park for our first camping trip ever and was pleasantly surprised.

Things that we like:

--The campground is well kept and clean.
-- Bike rental is FREE! How nice is that? You could keep the bike for 2 hours. Nice bike trail, easily accessible from the camp sites.
-- Playground and summer activities organized by the park. My 5 years old was never bored.
--There is a bathhouse conveniently located in each loop.
--A lot of fishing opportunities (fishing pier or boat)
--Park ranger patroled the campground a few times at night, it made us feel safe.
--The Amish Country Market is just 5 miles away.
--We drove around and found fresh corns and watermelon sold on the roadside near a farm. They were cheap and delicious!!

Things could be better:

-- Some camp sites are not well divided, so you might be right next to your neigbor. I Booked a spot that was a few sites away from others, so we had a little more privacy.
-- No water 6 hours after we arrived due to some issue. Bathroom was shut off because of that. We camped in a tent so it was really inconvenient.

We went to Trap pond state park campground as a second last minute choice. And being tent campers, we like the usual privacy, woods etc.. and hate camping next to RVs. So, when we got a tent site next to RVs we were disappointed, as these sites are small and have absolutely no privacy whatsoever. There is no nature experience, and I would quote my father on this when he said, it was like camping in a parking lot. We toured the area for possible campsites to suit our taste, and were pleasantly surprised by the tents-only campsites. They were FANTASTIC. They were everything what a tent-camper could ask for. Absolutely private, heavily wooded, with a small trail leading to individual campsite with the parking lot fairly far away and a latrine at the other end of the lot. All said, we didn’t get this campsite because all sites were reserved (there are only a few of these sites, so reserve in advance). We went to the friendly staff to see whether we can get a change of campsite, since we really hated ours. After checking a lot, we got accommodation at one of their Yurts (a modest room with an Air conditioner and lights) right on the bank of the pond. The yurts may be described as mini-cabins made of canvas (with a skylight). They were perfect!!! Nestled among woods, right on the bank of the trap pond. also, the yurts have cots in them, fairly clean, no bed bugs, and one sleeps in their own sleeping bags.
The trap pond itself was a surprise, we saw small snakes and one large snake on land (don’t worry, the park rangers are usually on top of things), and lots of turtles in the pond. Biking, boating and playground, disk golf, there are a lot of activities here, you will not be disappointed. We will definitely revisit the swamp again.

I grew up going to Trap Pond. We started going when I was 5, it became a friends getaway for parents and kids. My fathers friends and their children. We went there every year for 7-8 years in the summer. I enjoyed it. We knew all the hiking tracks that we took our bike on, and the hayride that would take us to the open field where each day it was something new, one day we cooked smores, the next was eating fresh watermelons..then it would take us back into the woods for a little trip. It was awesome, we knew all the camp officers by name and they knew us by name. I especially remember the little store outside of the park that had all the goods. We made some fond memories and I hope your families will too! :)

Beautiful park - one of many Civilian Conservation Corps gems, beautiful bald cypress trees, wonderful canoe and kayak rentals and a super friendly staff. Great and family friendly.

We kayaked through the baldcypress swamp. It was wonderful! The younger man at the rental stand was very friendly and helpful. A gentleman.

We saw turtles,herons, warblers,and fly catchers.

Nature center is smaller but interactive and informative.

W

We came for the afternoon on a blistering hot day. There are many tall trees that form a nice canopy over picnic tables near the nature center and there is a good sized playground there. The nature center was interesting for a few minutes in a/c and bathrooms there were more than adequate for our needs.

The kayak trail was tremendous. Rentals are very reasonable. You don't feel like you are in Delaware as you go through the baldcypress swamp. Highly recommended and an absolutely underrated Delaware activity.

Large, quiet and beautiful state park. We were here in the off season, mid-week. Lots of well marked trails for riding your bike or hiking. Looks like it would be great kayaking. In the day use area there are games like corn-hole and ladder ball. Would definitely stay again in the area.

This park has very good mountain trails. It also has a nice beach/park area with charcoal grills and pretty water view. There are many private and large wooded sites so we always make a reservation to get what we want. Friendly staff, too.

We recently went to Trap Pond with some friends for a weekend vacation. The campground is absolutely beautiful! We stayed in the B loop which was close to the park and the bathhouses. The sites themselves are large with plenty of extra room. We had some people over and were unaware that we could not park more than one vehicle at our site. The park ranger came over and very politely asked us if we could move one of the vehicles into the overflow parking. While the rangers are are friendly, the people in the store are not. When we walked in, the lady didn't even acknowledge us. Her eyes were glued to a computer and could care less about potential customers. There was also a young girl who was nice enough, but nobody seemed like they wanted to be there. Other than that, the campground is an amazing place that I would recommend to anyone.

This is a very nice park, and I would go here again in a minute, but the bathroom wasn't that clean on our first couple days, in fact the same toilet paper pieces that were laying there, were still there the entire day.

The second downfall is that the slots are really close to one another. If you go on the outside of D loop, it might be okay and there are some secluded spaces on the other sites

There are some secluded spots in all the loops, but a good bet is to get some outside spaces on the end of D loop.

The Trail system:
There is an extensive systems of trails around the lake. You can get from the campground to the place where the nature center is, and boat rentals by bike or by walking without going on the road. Don't get me wrong, you won't find serious hiking, but for a nice stroll or leisurely ride on your bike you won't be dissapointed!

Close to amenities!
This park is close to the town of Laurel Delaware, which has a few restaurants and at least 2 very nice ones! It has a newer Food Lion, and enough gas stations. It is also within 40 minutes of Bethany Beach, probably an hour from Ocean City, and within that range to Rehobeth beach

The lake:
The lake is very nice, and large

The Bald Cypress:
If you rent a kayak for 2 hours you can paddle back to a bogish area with dense Bald Cypress trees, which looks as unique as you can imagine.

The boat rental:
The person that was handling this was very nice. We rented a tandem Kayak for 11 dollars per hour.

Overall the park was great. Didn't give it more stars because lack of private sites for being in a state park.
I disliked loop C. The sites are Too close together with nothing but the hook up Poles to separate you- which I suppose is fine if each camper has a trailer of sorts to create a wall of privacy and not tent only campers, which is what we dealt with on both sides of us. It was very frustrating because both sides occupants were very rude and inconsiderate. Normally we are tent campers but had borrowed my parents pop up for the weekend and thank God! Our front side occupants were so rude that I had to park my car on our campsite in front of them to create a barrier and a physical reminder where their campsite ends. Very very noisy part of the campground. No privacy or woods whatsoever.After looking around the campground which is very large we would choose to use either the hike up tent sites, the yurts, or D loop. Pros:Every staff member and campground host that we encountered were very nice people and helpful. Wonderful bike trails! The Pond and main entrance area are very nice we rented a paddle boat for $10/hr. We took a pontoon boat tour of the pond for $18(for 4 of us). The tour guide lady was so great and knew everywhere to stop the boat to help us spot the wildlife that inhabited the pond. It was a very neat experience. Nice playground. Cute nature center. The campground offers free bikes for use. They have a nice campstore and even permanent ladderball and cornhole setups that they will lend you the supplies for. We paid $30/night.
The campground is pond side and has multiple dock points for your kayak or boat but I could not help but think about the bug/mosquito issue people must face midsummer. There are pools of stagnant water all over the campground and that was my first thought each time. We didn't have that problem being so early in the year but THE TICKS were bad. We found 3 of them on us in one day.
We drove 20 minutes to Fenwick island state park beach and when we went to park they told us it was $10 parking but that since we're camping in a DE state park we could park for free and that our camping fee is good for entrance to all DE state parks.

We love Trap Pond. This was our second year in a row renting a camper to be dropped off for us to camp there. The campground is well taken care of and dog friendly, there is a nice playground for the kids, there is a great trail around the lake (although once I got into the heavily wooded area I had to turn around because the biting flies were swarming my dog and I), and they have free bike rentals. The nature center is small but a nice visit for small kids and has a nice playground next to it. We went to live music there one night that was fun. We found a wonderful amish run market nearby that had super cheap ice cream and visited a couple of times. Unfortunately, with the issues with the spillway the lake level was too low to do much. When we visited the previous year for July 4th we had a great time kayaking through the cypress trees. Had I realized the effect on the lake when booking we would have skipped. Overall, highly recommend once the spillway issue is resolved.

Went camping during the week, Mon to Sat. Our site was at the "bottom" of on of the loops. There is a dock at the bottom of every loop. We were about a 30 second walk to the lake. Went kayaking and fishing. Campsite was a good size and the bathrooms were clean. The campground gets packed on the weekend. Literally. As crowded as it got, it was still very nice and has a good family atmosphere. Also good for bike riding. A few diff trails.

If I could give this a zero I would. We had booked a pull-through camping site for Nov. 10th and 11th. I had booked it months in advance. In fact so far in advance we were the first or second to book at the park for that weekend. The reservation site clearly listed it as a pull-through site which could fit up to 45 feet in length. Our trailer is only 26 feet so thought we would have more than enough room to spare. When we arrived, the woman who checked us in informed us that the site was no longer listed as a pull through site, which was not true, as the reservation site still listed it as a pull-through up until a few months ago. She also informed us that they were sold out, so no options to move. The place was packed. The sites were so close together and it was a mess. We went to our site, not only could we not pull through, but backing in was not an option either. They had cut down a tree, but left a 4 foot or so stump on the site and between that and the electric hook up pole it made it near impossible even navigating into the site. We went back to check in and they sent someone down to try and help us, and their solution was to pull in, very carefully as to not scratch the trailer with either the pole or tree stump, and then when we needed to leave pull through the adjoining site. The problem with that was the adjoining sit was fully occupied with two trucks and a big 5th wheel. I don't know what they expected us to do about that. The woman admitted that trees had grown up since they made the campground and that this site probably should not be a site anymore. When we told them that we were not going to risk scratching or denting our trailer and that we were going to leave, as clearly the site was not as described, they refused to give us a full refund. After much arguing we only received half of what we had paid. I am not impressed at all with the Delaware State Parks for camping. The sites are packed in like sardines, and who knows what you will find when you arrive.

Rented C1 cabin. Was very nice. 2 rooms. Heated,AC,electricity, mini fridge. Screened in porch. Clean quiet and comfortable. Reasonably priced and even free bike rentals with trails to hike or ride. Lake front with boat docks. Bathroom close by but no sink in it . Have to go to bathhouse that it pretty far away especially at night. But overall a great experiene with activoties all around or th ocean beach about 1/2hr away.

Our yurt…
The yurts (and cabins) are located in a wooded area with most of them being right on the water! We stayed in Yurt#1 ($49 per night for out-of-state renters) for two nights in June 2010. Yurt#1 sleeps 5 (2 full, one twin) and had electric lights and outlet, ceiling fan and an air conditioner. Additionally, there was a small table, broom/dust pan, and trash can. That’s it. Basically, this yurt was a round structure with canvas walls, door, three screened windows, wood floor, skylight. There was a wood deck built onto it. Theoretically, no bugs should get in since it is essentially sealed. We had lots of bugs get in but not so much that it was a problem. I’m not sure if it was because it was an exceptionally hot, humid June or simply because it is in the woods right next to water (and close to a swamp!). The inside was clean enough but it definitely felt closer to camping than to a hotel room. Outside, you step down from the deck and there is a picnic table and fire pit with cooking grate -- all with a water view. You can launch your canoe or kayak at your own launch right in front of the yurt! It is so peaceful and relaxing just sitting in your private, waterfront “back yard”. The cabins next door are partially visible but there’s so many trees it still feels secluded.
The caveat…
There is no plumbing in the yurt (or cabins). You have to walk a short way to the latrine (pit toilet). The latrine was a private stall and was sufficiently clean and had hand sanitizer. There is a water spigot outside on the path in front of Cabin 3 which I didn’t even notice until the 2nd day. The bathhouse is a slightly longer walk but not too bad. The bathhouse was clean enough.
The cabins…
I got a peek inside Cabin #7. It was adorable. All wood inside and out. Very small and cozy, two rooms with a small table and chairs, air conditioning, lights and a small electric refrigerator. Cabin also had a tiny screened in porch with a couple of wood chairs. It was very clean.
More on the cabins/yurts…
Most of the cabins and yurts are right on the water with canoe/kayak launch and all have a picnic table and fire pit with cooking grate. There is a cabin map on the DE State Park website. Cabin #7 did seem cleaner and newer than Yurt#1. There were two big wheel barrows that you could use to cart your stuff from the parking lot to your yurt/cabin as you can’t drive your car right up. If you arrive after the park office closes, they’ll leave the key in your yurt/cabin.
The park…
The main draw is the boating and fishing on the “pond” and the “swamp”. Note that there is no swimming here. The section that the cabins/yurts overlook is the pond. It pretty much looks like a lake. A short paddle away, it begins to turn into a swamp and there are loads of lily pads and bald cypress trees and the water starts looking really murky and it feels like you might run into an alligator or something. You definitely don’t want the canoe to tip over in here. The park rents out bicycles for free and you can ride the few miles of trails around the pond. At least one of the bikes had a baby carrier. You can bike all of the trails in an hour to an hour and a half. On a very hot and humid early June weekend, we barely ran into anyone while kayaking and biking.
Eating…
Apparently, there are three restaurants in nearby (10 minute drive) Laurel, DE. We had breakfast at Britt's Dutch Inn, 1012 S. Central Ave., Laurel, DE 19956, [--]. It could be described as “down-home cooking”. It was fine but, man, there were a lot of flies in that place.

Even tho the second day we were there all it did was storm it was still a beautiful weekend getaway. Took a bike ride thru the trails. Went for nature walks. Bathrooms were close by. Showers were very clean. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Only thing missing from this campground is swimming.

It is gorgeous and green at Trap Pond this time of year. We managed to get a double kayak rental ($11/hr) for two hours. At first we paddled slowly and meandered around looking at the shoreline vegetation, but we went to the far side where there are a lot of lily pads and there is a creek you can paddle up. The most exquisite scenery! Tall skinny trees over glass like water, the sounds of birds and bullfrogs. We managed to catch site of the yellow warblers, turtles and even a water snake! There are arrows pointing you in the direction to go, save some steam because you have to paddle out the way you came. We rent for 2 hours, and I think 2-3 hours would be perfect for most adults, maybe shorter if there are young kids. Nice bathrooms at the Nature Center for changing. Pack everything in a dry bag or keep your phone/valuables in the car, kayaks can get a little tippy but they provide everyone with a life jacket.

Recently, I had an opportunity to take a pontoon boat cruise and guided tour of Trap Pond, that included the bald cypress tree grove and swamp section of the pond. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about the pond, and welcomed questions from our group. The pond itself is expansive and scenic, draped with trees and plants along the shoreline and in the pond as well. The waterfowl that we were able to see on the tour included cormorants, herons, cranes, egrets, ducks, and geese as well as several species of turtles...bog/mud , snappers, painted terrapins, and red bellies...that were perched on branches and exposed surfaces within the pond. Our guide pointed out wood duck houses and other bird shelters/nesting sites on the pond to attract and maintain native species. Dragonflies were out and about as our boat made its way across the pond. When we approached the bald cypress swamp, the water surface changed dramatically as the boat winnowed its way in and around the trees, that are the northern most grove of bald cypresses in the US. The water looked like a smooth green carpet covering much of the less traversed area of the pond. On our way back to the dock, we were able to see families of wood ducks out and about on the water, along with geese and other water birds foraging for dinner. The cruise lasted about 45 minutes and was well worth the wait. Tours of the pond are on Friday and Saturday afternoons. Reservations are required. Cost per person is $6. Boats depart at the boathouse that is a short walk from the parking lot. There is a parking fee if one does not have a DE Park pass. That being said, I would highly recommend this outing if you are in the Laurel area...and are looking for an extraordinary experience that you will remember.

We stayed on the “island” in site #2. It’s large and shady with a beautiful view. We were worried that the people next to us were going to be loud since there aren’t any trees between the sites. They ended up being a young couple so it was fine. If there was a family with children this experience would have been quite different. We had to use the wheelbarrow the campground provided to get our things to the site since you cannot access it with a car. We brought our kayak and were able to launch it from our site. The pics are taken from the site and the wooden bridge you have to cross on the way to the site. We had a great trip.

We camped in A Loop over Memorial Day weekend. We were in site A9, which is part of the inner loop where the sites back to one another. There was no privacy, and unfortunately several campers around us knew one another so they continually walked through our site. I definitely recommend the sites on the outer loop, such as sites A12 and A14, as they back to trees and are much more private. The pond is beautiful, and many kayaks and paddle boards were out on the water while we were there. The hiking trails are very scenic and quiet, and the camp store is well-stocked. It’s a beautiful park, but definitely very crowded on holiday weekends!

With my daughter living in PA, my son in VA, and myself in NJ we found trap pond as a pretty equdistant campsite. We were impressed with the campsite. We were there about 2 weeks prior to Halloween and a few of the campsites had lighted halloween decorations. We tented and were pleased with the campsite. We did some hiking and explored the park. We had a great time.

We go to Trap Pond every few weeks from early spring through fall. Trap pond is a quiet campground and has a very relaxing atmosphere. It has a playground for the kids which is well kept. The small pond near all camp sites is scenic and from what I'm reading has it's fair share of pan fish. The park is not overcrowded, even during summer weekends. The park has an excellent bike and hiking path that takes you around the entire park. you can rent kayaks, paddle boats and even row boats. You rarely see golf carts driving around like you see in some campgrounds which can be annoying at times, especially when they seem to come to the campgrounds just to ride golf carts. The employees and hosts are friendly seem to enjoy what they do. The squirrels love to be fed and will come very close to you for a treat. We go to several camp grounds each year and each one is special but Trap Pond is is our most visited.

Visited October 2016

Trap pond is a lovely camping ground with many trails to hike. We were there after Labor Day so the rental boats were not available. However, we hiked the trails and were able to see the cypress trees in the water. Would definitely go back but would be aware of the no-see-um bugs at night!

I take my family at least 3 times a summer. I was a bit shocked last year when we got chiggers!!! That was NOT fun but that was only one time so I am not giving up on Trap Pond yet. We rent the cabins, they are $50 a night with one set of bunk beds and a double bed (the bedding is VERY thin so bring an air mattress) Kitchen table, mini fridge, shelves and a loft. Its pretty small but well worth the $50!!

Headed to one of our favorite local getaways on Sunday. Did a 4 mile loop around the woods and pond. This place has lots of things Tod in a beautiful wooded setting. It has its own campground. You can rent boats and head out into the pond or launch your own. A huge playground area, lots of picnic areas, different hiking trails, lots of biking and plenty of wildlife to see. We have been going here for years and it is one of my favorite local spots for a day of outdoor fun.

Enjoyed our stay at the campground. Empty during the week. Sites are clean. Nice to walk around. Hardly any mosquitos. Enjoyed the trip

It was my first overnight outing in a state park . Loved the park , it was clean and well maintained. we stayed in cabin10 which was slightly isolated but very secure. There were random drunk people in the park though .... , if I was alone I probably would have been scared. teh bathroom close to us was as god as it can be and was well maintained. We saw staff checking that the bathroom was clean and properly supplied throughout the day. We took a pontoon boat tour. That was a really nice experience. Lots of nice trails around the pond as well.

We had GPS on my phone, but a few well placed signs would really have been appreciated. We made a special trip from our beach vacation so that I could go boating on my birthday. We were disappointed to learn that it was 11AM when we arrived and the boat house would not open till 1PM. The park seemed very clean and pretty once we arrived.

This place is a hidden gem in lower Delaware. My family (husband, 4-yr. old, 7-yr. old, and dog) have been here now 4 times. Each time we camped in our little pop-up in the summer months.

Campground & DNREC staff: very friendly, kind and knowledgeable. The park staff do little activities for kids like crafts, wagon rides, and nature walks on the weekends. They always greet us politely and ask how we are doing.

Campsites: Wide, mostly level, Sandy and dirt soil, lots of trees for shade, & very close to pond. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table. A and B loops are close to the nice picnic area, bath house and big playground.

Pond: calm, serene, especially beautiful at dusk and dawn. We’ve caught large mouth bass, sunnies, crappies, and catfish here. Lots of opportunities for fishing as the 1 side of the pond has 4 spacious little docks, the other side is a large picnic area where you can fish along too. Kayaks, canoes and paddle boats you can rent for an inexpensive fee. Also, good for bird lovers. We see the 3 blue herons come out numerous times daily. They’re gorgeous.

Biking: is a must! You can either rent bikes for free at the camp store for a one hour time slot. Or bring your own. The Bob trail goes all the way around the pond, it’s very shaded, and makes for a great trail.

Overall, we love this place and will continue to come back. 5 stars from us.

This is my favorite Delaware State Park campground. We stayed there in September in a travel trailer as part of a large rally group. The park staff were wonderful to work with, and very accommodating.

The park and campground is beautiful. The sites are spacious, and there's plenty of shade. Like many state parks, the rest room/showers were dated, but clean. There is a huge pavilion and playground on 'B' Loop. The campground is next to one of the most beautiful ponds in the region. Each loop has its own small pier that's perfect for launching a canoe or kayak. The park and campground was very quiet and orderly.

PROS:
Beautiful park.
Great staff.
Electric and water hookups.
Reasonable rates.

CONS:
None.

One overnight stay. Campground is clean and patrolled often. Camp Store is stocked nicely. There are two dump stations which are easily accessible.

We stayed for 5 nights in the cabins. They are basic but nice. No water or bathrooms inside and you aren't allowed to cook inside.There is a/c, heat, electric and a mini fridge. The full size bed was comfortable. Im not sure about the bunk beds since we didn't use them. The bath house was nice and kept clean. We did visit the nature center and its small but a nice little stop. There is now a cute little butterfly garden outside the nature center that has some flowers. We kayaked the pond and loved the trail that runs in the back. There is another pond called trussum pond nearby but we didn't get a chance to kayak there due to rain but looked really cool from the road. It is park of the state park so you dont have to pay the entrance fee 2x. There is no boat rentals there and no motors allowed so bring your own kayak or canoe.

The area is beautiful! I rented a kayak and saw all of the beautiful cypress trees, kayaked down the various trails. It really was amazing! Unfortunately, nothing like two snarky teenagers who were working the kayak rentals to ruin a good day. I ended up wasting a lot of my rental time paddling back a tandem kayak that was taking on water. If we didn't have a water pump with us then someone would be having to fetch us from the other side of the pond. Bring your own kayak. Don't trust the kids working the rentals.

We enjoyed our stay at this campground. Our campsite was a nice, spacious and level back-in located in Loop B. The park has a lot to offer - playgrounds for the kids, canoe rentals. We hiked over to see the cypress swamp - well marked easy trail. We also used this park as a home base to visit Rehoboth Beach - 40 minutes away and Assateague National Park (home of the wild horses) - 30 minutes away. Staff are very helpful. Would recommend this park and would return if we are in this area again.

This was a lovely state park with many nice ammenities - disc golf, free bikes, nice wooded bike trails. We stayed in Yurt #1 and we very happy with the view and the ability to launch our kayaks right from our site. Saw lots of wildlife during our late August stay - herons, egrets, otters and eagles! Nice paddling under the full moon too.

The down side - summer at any communal camp means families and kids - great energy, but where there are cabins, there are slamming screen doors! We had a family of 8 kids across the way, and I think they averaged 4 slams per kid per hour! And some people don't get that listening to the sounds of nature can be entertaining - they must bring their radios wherever they go.

So, if you are looking for peace and quiet, I would say this is a lovely spot for some off season relaxation. We'll be back in October!

A note on the beds - the yurt had a very lumpy futon that wrecked my back, as well as a bunk bed that had a decent mattress. They apparently were better than the cabin mattresses, though. Our nieghbors gave us a tour of their cabin and the pads on the plywood beds were outrageously thin. Bring an air mattress if you go.

Trap pond is by far one of the most picturesque places in Sussex county. Delaware.
Always well maintained, great for families camping or just for a day visit. Beautiful surroundings, trails for horses and walking. Pavilion and plenty of picnic tables for cookouts.

An older white haired woman at the gate was instantly hostile with us as we entered the park July 2 2019 late afternoon. We're an IR couple, maybe this upset her. She did the bobble-head thing as she asked for our tags. She seemed to be trying to intimidate us. fine.
The real problem was the place was crawling with cockroaches. They were on our picnic table I have pictures! One of them was in our car! It either crawled in with the doors/windows closed or someone opened the car and put it in there. They were all different species as if they came from an entomology lab. Either the park has cockroaches or someone brought them to harass us. We have camped in Delaware before and someone attacked us on our site, probably another bigot. We did not bring bugs with us. There have been quite a few campgrounds in the US where non whites have been harassed by the staff. I am just shocked that Delaware's Trap Pond State park is among them. Shame.

This beautiful park, located several miles east of Laurel, DE, has much to offer - hiking and biking trails (horses allowed on some trails), canoeing, kayaking, pontoon boat tours, fishing, camping, picnicking, disk golf, Bald Cypress Nature Center and special programs presented by the park staff. Of particular interest is the fact that the park contains the northernmost natural stand of baldcypress trees on the East Coast. While you can see baldcypress trees around the pond, to get a real feel for this special environment take a canoe or kayak trek into the swamp at the back of the pond. Here you will see abundant wildlife, wildflowers and baldcypress tress flourishing in the wetlands. The Cypress Point campground is on the north shore of the pond nestled under a forest canopy. Camping cabins consisting of a 16-foot diameter circular tent on a wooden platform are available for rent. There is a nice campground store/post office/registration station.

Love this park! Get camp site at loop E. Easy to walk from car lot to site with stuff in a wheel barrel. Super to cross the bridge to bathhouse and hear the bullfrogs.
Special thanks to Diana the naturalist who did the Saturday 8 am bird walk and to Will who took us on the pontoon boat ride through the cypress forest. Fascinating history about the cypress forest!
And great concert at the Nature Center on Saturday evening! Could not ask for a better experience!

Recently stayed here in one of the cabins. Park is big, lots of bike trails. Took a pontoon boat tour of the pond, very relaxing and informative. Only complaint is that there isn't a bath house near the cabins, luckily we had brought our bikes, so were able to ride there. Cabins were nice, double bed (plus bunks), table and chairs and small fridge. Fire pit/ grill outside.

It was our first time here and I hope not the last. Camped in one of camping cottages. We loved having a small mini fridge and air conditioning. The air conditioner was not super loud as I am not a deep sleeper. Our cabin had easy access to the water and we fished often from our own little private spot. We brought our own air mattress and were very glad we did as the mattress they supplies were flat and hard. The bunk beds are narrow and we had to deflate the air mattress a bit to make it fit.
We took advantage of the boat rentals and rented a canoe and a kayak. (note that you have to be 16 to take a kayak out on your own, we a very disappointed preteen who had to share with a parent). It was so beautiful and magical as we boated out to the cypress trees. The water trail into the denser parts of the cypress stand was well marked and gave the feeling of being the first person to see an untouched wilderness. From the boats we saw various wildlife including a fawn resting on the bank. The only big drawback to the boats was the short time they were open. During our stay it was 9am - 3pm.
The nature center was open and it took about 10 minutes to see it all. What they had was very nice. I think it is mostly used for programs.
You can borrow bikes to take on the trails but we ran out time to try them out. They also had the very short window of 9 - 3. Next time we will bring our own.
There is also a very nice Frisbee golf course we saw on one of our walks. But again, simply ran out of time to do it all.
The camp store/ ranger station was nice. It had a small assortment of items you might forget at home such as salt and pepper (like we did), ketchup, bread, ice, ect.... They also stock a variety of basic cooking supplies such as marshmallow forks, plastic ware and the like. If you forgot a blanket, they have those too. A small stack of wood was available for $5. Among all of that there was also some keepsakes to take home to remind you of your trip. I got a nice t-shirt for less than $15.
The bathrooms were clean. There is a lack of showers with one bathhouse having 3 and the other 4 or 5. It was not crowded when we went and had no trouble getting empty ones, but it might be different during peak weekends. There is laundry facilities for a fee, but it nothing more than one standard household washer and dryer. Twice we tried to dry a pair of shorts, but someone else was using the dryer. The bathrooms closest to the cabin were outhouse style with hand sanitizer.
The fishing was decent and we caught perch, bass, catfish and sunnies. There is ample shore line and quite a few fishing docks. We found this to be a nice change of pace from other parks that seem to only care about fisher people who own their own boats. They do allow shoreline night fishing and we had some family fun using our glow bobbers.
The park was during our stay was quiet, beautiful, very relaxing and not too far from the beaches. One day of our stay we drove to Ocean City, MD. It took us just under an hour. We fell in love with this place and we all talked about how we want to return next year on our trip home!

We've been coming to camp three year in a row. We were very lucky that weather was perfect. The kayak, fishing, biking and hiking trip with kids were fun. We've always met nice families during the trip. We love the Yurt with a great access to the water. The kids loved the camp store for snacks - Popsicle, and etc. Food Lion was nearby. When we were tired of cooking, we'd stop by the little town of Laurel for Chinese takeout, or go for Brothers' pizza next door to Food Lion. The food were decent for a little town.

Everything was very lay back. We enjoyed every moment of it.

I only live 3 miles away, but this is one of our favorite places to camp! The sites are large with plenty of shade. The bathhouses are dated, but kept clean. The bike path around the pond is wonderful! Lots of trails and good views. I have so many great memories here!

Took a while to get an annual pass as we will be visiting at least 5 or 6 parks on vacaiton. Entry was $7 but out-of-state Seniors pay $35 for the year, it should pay off for us plus we won't have to pay for each park now.

The park is great for people fishing, boating, picnicing. They have soccer fields and a boardwalk. A trail runs for about 5 miles around the lake (pond) but it is on a road for about 2/10 mile. We went clockwise which broughs us to a boardwalk then wide sidewalk. It goes through a small parking lot boat ramp then back to a very nice paved (with pine covering) winding flat trail. There was enough room for riders to pass in each direction. We enjoyed this ride in the shade so much, we did it twice. It was about 5 miles around, give or take. Also called the Bob Trail and has a few cross trails off of it. Fun for all ages.

Imagine this can get crowded but with pandemic, on Saturday, it was okay.

The restrooms and showers are very well kept with small separate spot to keep your things dry. They have free bike rentals and pretty good trails that are shaded. It is a woodsy area, but it's mostly the tree canopy. They rent canoes, kayaks, pedal boats...we didn't because it's a little pricey. The sights are o.k. seems like like Delaware parks campgrounds are more parking lot type than personal space type. Wood was $5.00 for 1x1 boxfull. Bring your own ice!! Didn't go to the nature center. Can't swim in any Delaware water inland. There are gas stations and restaurants within 15 minutes of the area. The A loop is closest to the main road. Not alot of cars but....

Tent camped, best campground I've ever been to. Very large sites. Have stayed with my rv many times before. Most sites level. Picnic table & fire ring, water & electric-20, 30, some 50 amps. Cabins & yurts available. Clean bath houses.Beautiful lake, 5 fishing docks, boat launch. Boat rentals-canoe, kayak, rowboat, paddle boats. Nature center, lots of trails, camp store, firewood & ice. Walmart, gas, restaurants 8-10 miles away. Be careful, you will get "hooked" on staying @ Trap Pond State Park!!

Ohhh the spiders were an unpleasant surprise. I came to Trap Pond today with my 10yr old son for a little fun get away. We DO really like the place (nice trails, great little cabin with heat and a fridge) BUT ultimately we left tonight at 10:30 pm when we encountered our 9th rather large wolf spider just above the bed. I shutter at the thought, these were big in my book, quarter sized, hairy, and jumpy, and we frantically killed off 8 of them in a few hrs time. We tried to suck it up, and sleep with the light on (in shifts, lol) , but that last sighting of number 9 did us both in! They were creeping out everywhere! Now Im laying in our nice clean hotel room down the road at the Hampton Inn in Seaford. NEXT TIME I would bring spray or something...it really is a nice place, but this was really infestation in my book and I honestly couldn't take it!

It's a relaxing place to camp but one weekend of the year, they don't accomadate for families. We have 2 adult children and 5 grandchildren, the staff wouldn't let them come back to our site which is disheartening. My daughter with 5 kids had to go to overflow on the other side.

In a lifetime of camping I don't think I've ever experienced such clean state park bathrooms. This park had excellent facilities, great bike paths, and camp store. The pond is really a lake with a bald cypress swamp at one end, beautiful and excellent kayaking. Instead of bringing our tent we rented one of their yurts and were pleasantly surprised. It was nice to have conveniences like a real bed and electricity while still having a camp fire. We will definitely try other Delaware State Parks.

Staying at a state park means lower site costs, but Trap Pond does not lower the quality of your stay. We stayed in the "D" loop and it was beautiful. There are many campsites, yet you still feel like you have your own place. The bathrooms/showers leave a little to be desired, but what are you really expecting from camping anyways? Be happy they have those amenities. I would stay again and again. Firewood is cheap and you can do a cheap bike rental

I went to Trap Pond State Park to ride a bicycle on the trails.

It looked like the “Bob Trail” was the longest trail. I started out right near the main entrance and picked up the trail.

I was surprised at the condition of the trail. It was very rocky at the beginning and made for a very uncomfortable ride. I don't know what the future plans are, but an upgrade of at least gravel, instead of stone, is needed. That portion of the trail ended and I finally had a smooth surface to ride on for a ½ mile or so. After passing a portion of the pond where folks were fishing, I picked up the trail again.

It was a very scenic part of the park, but the trails were so windy, I had to ride very slowly.

So, it seems to be a nice park to kayak, walk or have a picnic with family or friends, but I would not recommend riding a bicycle on the trail. The trail is either too rocky or too narrow to enjoy a nice ride.

This is a very nice state park outside of Millsboro. There are walking trails throughout, picnic areas and playgrounds, fairly large campground. This would be a great spot to kayak.

My wife and I stopped at the Trap Pond State Park to do some hiking. We selected a trail that said it was 1.4 miles. Of course there was also another one by the same name which was a little longer. By the time we returned to our car, we had hiked 5 miles. It was a very nice trail, flat all the way, benches located at various spots, and lots of greenery to see.

Gorgeous views. Pretty decent camping, went with several friends. However can't swim in the lake which has tons of dead fish. Nice bike path around the lake & dam

Nice little state park with a nature center focused on educating about the importance of protecting the health of the watershed. Can take little boats out on the pond, and plenty of picnic tables. I am sure some weekends it is hopping here with a lot of families.

My husband, my 89yr old mom and myself spent 4 days camping at Trap Pond State Park. My mom was amazed at how tall and how densely the trees grew. We were in the B loop which others avoid since it is near the playground. We really enjoyed it there though. The kids played during the day and were quiet as soon as (or even before) quiet time started. We enjoyed canoeing the pond and seeing the "knees" up close. We lived in Louisiana for 3 years and this was very reminiscent of that area. It was surprising to see it so far up north. On the "main" side of the park is the interpretive center staffed with a man who is very knowledgeable about the area and very friendly. In fact all the staff we encountered were very nice. They even have bikes near the camp office they will loan out for free (donation suggested for upkeep) for a one hour trip. We camped in a travel trailer and we'll be back for sure. By the way the restrooms were clean - something we always check when we camp somewhere.

I love Trap Pond State Park. Great for kayaking and biking. The cabins are right near the water. If you want to hang out in nature, this is a great place.

This park was unexpectedly a highlight of our roadtrip. We visited the butterfly garden, spoke to the ranger who told us where the beaver lodge was, then took a walk through the forest following 2 trails. We then rented a canoe for a couple of hours, a followed the well signposted markers through the trees. We found the lodge but no beavers where around. There was plenty of wildlife. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in the park.

My friend and I camped here a few times over the summer and had the best time! check in was fast, its also a little shop if you forget anything. We had a camp site next to the play ground and near the bath house - its a prime spot when you have kids with you!! They also offer activities on weekends(summer) like bingo, live music ect...
The camp sites are clean and a good size *Bring a rake you might have to clear out sticks and leaves. we had 2 tents so we had too.
The bath house was always clean, lots of spiders but hey you are camping! the cleaning crew was there at like 8:30am which wasn't fun to have a bathroom closed that early.
We rented a canoe, went to the nature center and walked 1 of the many nature trails and talk about an educational experiance for the kids and adults!! It was a wonderful time! we made memories that will last forever and can not wait until spring to camp again!! Trap Pond is a must!

Trap pond is know for its bald cypress trees, but to get the real feel of this park rent a canoe and paddle to the beginning of the lake and enter the swamp trail. There are 2 marked water trails that take into what looks and feels like the bayou down south. Kids will love the adventure through the bald cypress forest. Lots of echoing birds and wildlife to discover. Don't worry you can't get lost. Just follow the markers and enjoy this beautiful world.

Camped the weekend at the park. Nice campground. We were on A loop. Well kept park, nice helpful staff. Lot of shade. Between A loop and B loop there is a nice playground with a large picnic shelter next to it. D loop would give you more room between sites and they are all pull through on that loop. D loop would have to C loop for restrooms. There are fenced off paths through the middle of each loop to connect the loops so campers would not cut through sites. Each loop has a pier or dock on the pond.

A lot of overflow parking, free bikes to use to ride the flat trails in the park. The Bob Trail is 4.5 Mile that loops the park. You go through the bald Cypress Swamp on it. Kayak rentals or you can bring your own. Boat ramp to put in a boat next to campground. We did a 2 hour ranger led tour on the Terrapin canoe that takes you into the swamp. Great deal for $15. Camp store at entrance open until 10:00pm and well stocked. Water and electricity at sites. Clean bathrooms but nothing fancy. Busy on weekends with a lot of locals. You would have the place to yourself on a weekday but did not mind the crowd. Nice group playing bluegrass on Loop C each nite. 45 Minutes drive to Bethany Beach,

A great find, just wish it was closer to us in S.C.

Stayed there 7/27, 28. The last night, there was loud music and partying until 2am. Two couples having sex in the men's bathroom showers at midnight in "B" loop. Campers in B6 having loud drunk verbal arguments with their boyfriends. Same campers cut down a tree to burn. Spent several hours chopping it up and using gas to ignite it. No security seen after dark and therefore no one to stop it. Vehicle vandalized. Will never stay there again.

If you like walks that give the opportunity from frequent changes in landscape; woods, swamp (don't worry a nice footbridge over the marshy areas), meadows, and frequent water views, this park is for you. You may also bike on the trail. Just a word of warning; every time I have walked around the pond, I see a blacksnake, so be careful where you step.

This is one of the Delaware state parks that I enjoy going to all year long. in the summer they have free concerts and boats that you can rent. Clean and family friendly. Nice nature center and very clean bathroom facilities. There is also camping with hook up available.

This was our first time tent camping. We loved the privacy space between the camping sites. There is water access, not drinking water! We didnt have a problem with people making noise after quiet hours. I mean after quiet hour began it was very quiet. Parking access to site, not bad at all. The only thing i can say negative about this place is the welcome center staff people are rude, not friendly at all. On the other side it has a covenient little store at the welcome center with stuff that you might need in case you forgot to bring. Overall we loved it, can't wait for our next camping trip.

Absolutely LOVE this park. Beautiful. Living at a beach in a resort town in the summer it was nice to head west and enjoy the scenery.
Camped in a tent with practically nobody around us - only drawback was very loud and inconsiderate people several campsites away who played music loudly and carried on yelling way after 2 AM - would have much preferred the sounds of nature. Nevertheless the area is beautiful and we plan to return several more times. Hope to canoe or kayak next time when we stay longer.

While in the area for the Punkin Chunkin event we stayed here . Our spot was extra large and very shaded .
Office workers were polite and helpful .

We specifically drove here will visiting Bethany Beach to get away from the crowds for a day. It was well worth the drive, about 40 minutes. It was so quiet and peaceful on the lake. We rented Peddle Boats, but they had Kayaks as well. The price was reasonable. $10 for an hour (up to 4 people per boat but only 2 peddle) . Kids loved it. We didn't think of it but we should have packed a picnic lunch. The park fee was $8 for the day.

Very nice park. Went camping for several days. very peaceful. Pond is thriving with wild life. About 40 minute drive to Ocean City, MD. If I had a gripe, it would be the showers. Every 15 seconds you had to hit the button to continue water flow. Very annoying. Hint, take a stick about 4ft long to prop against wall and button.

Fishing was poor but the water trail through cypress swamp is great! Great picnic area, walking trails, fishing areas for kiddies, and especially good during the week as it's crowded on weekends.

Camped for the weekend in mid October. Lucked out and were moved to a host site by the Park. I'll never complain about having a full hook-up site.

Park was busier than I had expected, but that was probably because the weather was perfect.

Sites are spacious, some are a little difficult to get in to with a longer camper (ours is 32'), but plenty wide. Saw a few sites with some oddly placed trees, a chainsaw (used by the park) would make the sites much better.

Bath house was clean, noise was nominal, quiet hours start at 10PM and you can't hear a pin-drop afterwards, if you do the Park Rangers are very quick to address it and politely request you turn your music off, and quiet down (sorry).

Lots of water and piers for fishing. Trail around the park is great for walking, biking, or running. We didn't rent any canoes this time, but appreciate their availability.

Trap Pond is a great little place, close enough to be convenient, but far enough away to feel like you're on vacation.

I have visited Trap Pond State Park several times. This past weekend I was there with my two daughters and grandchildren. It is a lovely park with great walking trai!s (which we took advantage of) after we finished a one hour paddle boat and canoe excursion on the beautiful lake. The day was sunny & warm. My two 12 year old grandchildren pedaled their Mother and I around for 1/2 an then we switched places and returned the favor. My other daughter and granddaughter were in the canoe. The prices were very reasonable and the girl who assisted us was great. Very helpful and informative. It looks like a fun place to camp, although, I haven't done that since I live right by the park. They also rent our kayaks & paddleboards. I just wanted to mention you can also bike on the trails. They also have a nice building with clean restrooms and they have a bottled water dispenser there but bring your own cup. The park is fairly large but I believe you can find a map on line or in the building where the bathrooms are housed. Enjoy!!

My wife and I took some of our grandchildren camping at Trap Pond. We rented an air-conditioned "Yurt" for the night. They have two Yurts and some cabins, as well as, many campsites at the park. The park is well maintained and our grandchildren enjoyed their first camping trip.

We drove up from Ocean City, MD to take a hike. What a wonderful state park. The pond and the church were nice. We hit all the trails, spending the entire afternoon. Even in the off season it was beautiful. I thought I'd see more birds. Plenty of geese, buzzards and a whole mess of Juncos at the cemetery at Bethesda Methodist Episcopal Church. We look forward to going back and seeing some horses.

Over all my experience was amazing at Trap Pond during Memorial Day weekend 2016.It started off a bit discouraging. The web site of course was not updated the cost to rent kayaks was not correct and nowhere was it posted that they only took cash (and small bills nothing over $20). So we had to head out on a 15 min ride to the nearest ATM. The equipment was over all good, we did however bring our own life vest and they didn’t seem to have any issue with that. Once on the Kayaks and on our way it was an amazing experience. There were a few coves you could explore and maneuver through and find pathways out returning to the lake/pond. The tress growing right out of the water added to the experience. I have never seen so many large turtles floating alongside of the Kayaks and perched on branches sun bathing. The Lilly pad patches we littered with Frogs and herring bird just beautiful. Towards the back of the pond was the swamp trail, the most wonderful part of the state park. The swamp trails we so serine and peaceful, the paddle wasn’t difficult because we had an ample water level. It gets narrow at spots and has a few tight turns over all a very enjoyable experience.

Love the campground. Traveled in a class A so we didnt use bathrooms. Pond was fun kayaking thru cypress trees - would camp here again !!

Ill start by saying EVERYONE was extremely nice. We had no problems with noise or rude people. The camp store has an honor box firewood purchase system so you can pick up wood all hours of the night. (rare to see now days). The trails where nice but, I use to travel to trap pond a lot as a child. I guess this is the reason for the disappointment. When I was young I have memories of bike riding, snakes, turtles, fishing and watching the fish in the water bite the bait right off of the old wooden docks. When staying at the the end of C or D loop we could launch our boat right out of the lagoon. Well now that lagoon is nothing more than a mud filled swamp that has seemed to dried up. The sounds of the bullfrogs are all but gone (maybe the wrong time of year) BUT, the main reason is the water itself. I cannot believe people find a pond that you cannot swim in so wonderful. What is the point of the water if you cannot swim or even eat the fish? We bottomed out in the kayak in about 10 to 12 inches of water and i could NOT see the bottom? It is very murky water, more of a swamp than a pond, to make matters worse there are dead mussels, and fish everywhere that you encounter while kayaking. It actually reminds me of nothing but runoff water. Quite gross when looking at the brown bloated fish washed up dead. I don't know what has happened, but the fish population has gotten so small we never even received a nibble? Either way, I would not return even with the friendly staff.

I now live in PA, and brought my own family down to experience the fond memories I had from my childhood. I might me spoiled now from the beautiful clear waters, and waterfalls of Pennsylvania parks (Ricketts Glen) or (Tuscarora), or maybe my memories as a child aren't accurate, but I surely expected more.

I'll be totally honest and straight up on this past weekend's stay and state our reasons:
1. Campstore was awesome in helpful, friendly and good staff (A+)
2. Cabins - stayed in cabin .. dirty. (Not swept as years before).
3. Cabin - cigarette butts everywhere outside our cabin along with can tops all over the ground, beer cans in the firepit. This seems to be a custodial issue with the persons in charge of cleaning, replacing bulbs, checking cabins before no renters arrive. This has happened the last 2 times we have reserved a cabin.
4. Outhouse near cabins: NO HAND SANITIZERS FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS. Smells really bad.
5. Showers - warm water great for showering but....... dirty floors..(No cleanup overnight after dirt tracked in from outside). HANDICAP shower broken in men's bathroom.!!! Hooks broken off walls for hanging clothes, towels. Women's shower dirty, toilet seats nasty, not cleaned for 2 days...dirty floors. Sinks nasty. (WHAT HAPPENED IN THE LAST YEAR?) Someone not taking care of the place who is in charge of this.

Last year this was not the case...seems to be beginning to run down and not taken care of.

Very disappointed to the point won't be back for a while until this is corrected. Trap Pond use to be a nice park and kept clean by rustic standards. Don't know what is happening here but needs to be addressed.

Saw people walking dogs in areas designated as "NO PETS IN THIS AREA". No one enforces the rules...pretty lax this time.

We just spent Thanksgiving weekend here. It's a family tradition to rent rustic cabins for the holiday. We've done the New Jersey state parks for years with mixed results, but decided to try Trap Pond in Delaware this year. We are so glad we did. The yurts were VERY cold at night ( even with electric heaters!) but very cool. The location was awesome ( a little close to your neighbors but everyone was pretty nice ) - right on the lake. The mini cabin was very warm and the kids loved it - small but perfect for us. We found them all very clean. The highlight for us was the Nature Center across the pond. We expected to find it closed this time of year but it was open. We peeked our heads in after playing on the playground ( we had 6 kids with us) and Jessie was inside. she was so nice and welcoming. She was incredibly knowledgable about the area and full of suggestions for areas to explore. The kids loved her. Outside we ran into Park Ranger Gary Cook - also so nice. We really couldn't get over how friendly and laid back everyone was. We can't wait to return in the spring!

My daughter had her wedding at the Historic Bethesda Church with reception that followed at Baldcypress Nature Center, both located in the park. Wow, cant say enough about how amazing the park staff was in making sure we had everything we needed and the day was flawless. They were flexible with our set up and clean up times, offered assistance, and were such a pleasure to work with. Kelly even gave us an escort to the church on our set up day since we had not been there before. The Nature Center reception area was AMAZING with a beautiful view of Trap Pond. The outdoor patio space with fire pit really enhanced the experience in the evening hours. Pricing was more than reasonable and you just can't get a better value. Kudos to the park staff for a job well done!

I stayed in one of the Mini-Cabins at Trap Pond over Spring Break and had an excellent experience. Trap Pond offers many activities whether you are camping there or just visiting.

To clear up the same confusion I had when booking, the Mini-Cabins do not have stoves, bathrooms, or any running water (plumbing). The Mini-Cabins consist of a screened porch, a main room, and a bedroom. The screened in porch has a log bench on it. The screen door wouldn't stay closed (no latch or lock) when it was windy outside and it repeatedly slammed close so I had to tie it closed at night.

The main room as you walk in has a mini-fridge (medium sized), an 8000 BTU window air conditioner, two installed heaters on each side, a small set of shelves, and a table with two chairs and a bench. The main room also has a ladder up to a loft for storage.

The bedroom has bunk beds with stuffed mattresses and a full-sized bed. The bedroom also has an installed heater. The beds are fixed to the walls and the room is only as deep as the beds.

Each camp site has its own fire pit/grill and picnic table outside. The cabins/yurts on the pond-front also have trails to the pond to park a boat.

Without running water, I had to wash my dishes in the shower in the bath house. There is a bathroom closer to the cabins but it has no running water, substituting a hand sanitizer dispenser. This bathroom is really only a glorified porta-potty. The bathhouse is about a three minute walk from the cabins and has three shower stalls. The only issue I had with my stay at Trap was the cleanliness of the bath facilities. Both bathrooms smelled worse than expected and had bugs all over. The floor of the bath house was usually very dirty.

As far as attractions, the Pond has many activities. There are many trails to follow if you're a bicyclist or an athlete. They offer free 2 hour bicycle rentals. On the side of the pond opposite the cabins, you can rent a rowboat, kayak, canoe, or pedal boat for different hourly or daily rates (rowboat being the cheapest). There is some good fishing at the pond and I saw a few people catch some decent sized fish. Swimming in the pond is not allowed or advisable. If you have a rainy day, the Rehoboth Shopping outlets are only 1 hour East on Rt. 24. The Delmarva Shorebirds Minor League Baseball Team was only a half hour drive South to Salisbury, MD. The US-13 Dragway and Speedway is 15 minutes away as well. It's easy to find restaurants and good Chesapeake seafood nearby (Bayview on 13).

Overall, the experience was excellent. I have heard that Killens Pond State Park is nicer but Trap Pond is cheaper and has more available reservations.

We have gone down as a couple the last two Septembers and really enjoy it, but we will definitely bring the kids next time as they would love it, too. First, what stands out the most is kayaking the narrow stretch of creek above the pond. It evokes a very special feeling, being in a quiet narrow maze of water pathways and weaving between bald cypress trees. There are needed yellow signs with arrows attached to trees so you can avoid dead ends and easily getting lost. The park trail map is so misleading in that it does not show any of these narrow waterways. I think most people do not know what is back there. With all the rain, we could easily paddle under the footbridge where the trail crosses over. It feels like being in Florida, but with no worry of alligators. It is a decent 20 minute kayak across the open lake to get to this area, but the shade and serenity quickly rewards you. You will definitely see some of the many turtles perching on branches sticking out of the water as well as many of the larger birds like the Great Blue Heron. Last year, we saw a couple water snakes swimming around, but we only saw them on land this year. I recommend taking the tour boat first which takes you back to the start of the water trail and will show you what to look for.

The main trail around the pond is nice, diverse, and surprisingly fun for a graveled mostly sidewalk-width trail. We mountain bike more technical trails but this is just windy and fast and pleasant. A young child could easily bike it, but older kids, like us, can still have fun, too by going fast. Crossing the river trail on a really nice bridge is cool, but you do not get the same feeling as being on the water.

We saw a few non-poisonous snakes and a bunch of small cute lizards by our yurt and elsewhere. At one point, we accidently left peanut butter out and a squirrel evidently put up quite a fight to get into it, but the other wildlife never came near our food. Mosquitos can be bad, but our citronella candle and occasional bug spray did fine.

Last year we had a cabin and this year a yurt. Both are nice and very near the water adjacent to the RV loops. There is a parking area with wheelbarrows for you to unload and transfer 50 yards or so. The yurts are like a thick tent material in a circular shape with some wood beams to hold it up. There is a dome moon/sunlight at the top with a ceiling fan. It was only 80 degrees or so this year and the sun coming in the top still made it significantly hotter inside...would be tough if 90 plus. Windows roll down like a tent from the outside to reveal screened windows and the AC works decently with windows shut. The cabins are more like log homes with real windows, but still without bathrooms. The yurts have a nice deck with a great view while the cabins have a screened-in area. The yurt is a large open space, while the cabins have two rooms. Both have AC but only the cabins have fridges. The yurts and some of the cabins have lake-front views.
A potty is a minute walk from all of them and the bathhouse is 5 minutes.

If tent camping, I would not stay in one of the RV sites as they are all close together in a more open area. There are much nicer sites like the "island tent sites" and more wooded ones as well.

We got lucky on one night as there was some concert at the nature center across the way, which we could comfortably listen to on our deck at sunset. On the next night, but drove 15 minutes to Laurel and the Georgia House. A few days earlier, we ordered everything we wanted with extra sides and chose our pick-up time all online. We showed up, it was ready, we payed, which was actually less than what we were quoted, and drove back to the yurt. It was still hot when we made it back to our deck for a beautiful sunset meal. It was awesome. The mashed potatoes were phenomenal. Ribs, wrap, and vegetables were also good.

The new nature center is a unique, nice-looking building with some quick interesting exhibits.

The only drawback to Trap Pond is that their is no swimming. It is always a bit sad to be so aware that we cannot swim or eat fish in Delaware fresh water. I hope we will be able to some day if things start changing. There was once talk about a pool being built there, but it would be nice If they just offered an inflatable water slide or something.

I had been here before with my daughter and we kayaked, hiked, and got to see a heron close up. This time, my husband was along and we did the loop all the way around the park, just shy of 5 miles. Lovely weather and there were several people who had the same idea. The nature center is very nice with modern restrooms, exhibits, and a meeting room. On the trail, we saw squirrels, birds, and a friendly cat. Level trail that would be perfect for bikes. There are plenty of picnic tables, a playground, and volleyball courts. Looking forward to going again in season for the pontoon boat ride or a hayride.

I finally made it down to Laurel, Delaware to kayak in Trap Pond and I am so glad my friend and I were able to go! It was well worth the trip. The Terrapin transports you into an entirely different world. The bald cypresses are amazing and the twists and turns brought you deeper into this amazing forest. We tried the Raccoon trail, but weren't able to get as far. This is so different from anywhere we previously kayaked. We tried to go down the Raccoon Trail, but it was harder to navigate with the fallen trees. It was so peaceful on Trap Pond, that we just let the wind blow the kayaks and enjoyed the amazing scenery. If you are a kayaker, add this to your list!!

This was our first experience of camping with our newly purchased travel trailer. Had trouble finding our campsite & once we did, we realized our camper could not fit in that spot. A park ranger came by & helped us find another suitable site. The sites are not marked very well so you're not quite sure which spot is yours. As much as I love trees, a few of them need to come down to enable you to ease your camper into your site. We were in Loop D which is the pull through sites. Once settled though, we had a great time. I enjoyed walking our dog through the trails around the campground. The campstore staff was very friendly & the store stocked the basics but would like to have seen more fresh items there. Unfortunately a few problems occurred & we had to use the bath house for toilet issues. Checked out the showers & they were so nasty there is no way I could take a shower there & feel clean. Also felt a bit uneasy going in in there at night, Our dog was always on a leash as required, yet there were others there with their dogs running around without any leashes on. Rangers do ride through pretty regular & are very helpful. We did enjoy our time there & would definitely return

I recently relocated to the Millsboro area. My husband and I enjoy road cycling, so we started to visit this park as a starting point for our road rides. I initially found the general facilities of this park to be very satisfactory. Wanting to explore more of the park, we recently brought our mountain bikes to ride the off road trails. I think the trails are very well maintained and good for novice cyclists. In addition, the trails are quite scenic and connect the various areas of the park including the main entrance parking, boat ramp parking, and the campground. We like the Bethesda church parking lot best because the rest room is absolutely the cleanest state park restroom I have ever been in. I am not going to share this location because there is limited parking.

Today we met friends to kayak the pond. Our friends are experienced kayakers, so we timidly followed them from the main pond, filled with shady cypress trees, into the depths of the pond which is essentially a stream that can be followed up to bridge which is part of the Bob Trail. Wow! This pond is so beautiful, so unique, so primordial in nature. It is it's own little isolated ecosystem and it was hard for me to believe we were still in Delaware. What an amazing place that can only be fully enjoyed by water. I plan to return again and again. Now that I can locate the entire water trail on my own, I can't wait to return. If you love unique areas of nature, this is truly a magical place.

Went camping in mid Sept. Very quiet & not crowed. Bath house was clean & water was hot. Staff was good

My husband and I just spent 2 nights at trap ponds campground. What a great state park. Campground was well kept. We took a pontoon ride which was great fun thanks to the boat driver Courtney and her helper Lindsey. We also took a bike ride on bikes that are lent out by the park. We will definitely be back.

Love to take the grandkids here to the playground and they Love the nature center. This is the park if you just want to relax and take in nature!

The pontoon boat tour is a must! Our guide was impressively knowledgeable about the history of the park, the cypress trees, and the wildlife. Hiking in the park is flat and trails are well maintained and well blazed. There is no need to pack your hiking shoes for this park (trails are flat, easy gravel mostly). The park rents boats such as canoes and kayaks from May to October. The smaller boats can pick up on the trail through the cypress trees where the pontoon boat cannot go. There are not many restaurants nearby so if you want to have a picnic, plan ahead and bring the food to the park. Also it's Delaware - so carry in and carry out for trash. Bathrooms at the Nature Center are well maintained.

We camped for 3 nights, mid-week, in the second half of August. The highlight of the trip was boating on the pond through the cypress groves. Fortunately, boat rental, either canoe or kayak, is affordable. While we were there, the campsites were mostly unoccupied. The bathrooms were clean. A drawback was the presence of mosquitoes at sunset.

Great campground experience! We are looking forward to visiting again sometime. I wanted to share photos of the mini-cabins because we couldn’t find many details online. Each cabin has an air conditioner and a mini fridge/freezer in the main room, along with a small table and chairs and one tiny shelf unit. There is a storage loft but you’d need to climb the ladder to put stuff up there. The bedroom is a separate room with a door that closes (separate baseboard heaters, although no separate A/C unit). There is one smaller-than-normal full size mattress and two smaller-than-normal twin bunks.

The odd-numbered cabins and yurts have a waterfront site, the even numbered sites are across the road and don’t have designated pond access. There is a small fishing dock over by the tent and RV camping areas.

Bathrooms are available, with toilets and sinks in individual rooms, plus separate shower rooms. There is also a dishwashing sink with a coin operated washer and dryer.

Bring lots of drinking water because the well water on site was quite metallic tasting (not sure if the bathroom water is potable, there were no signs). The camp store also sells water but it closes at 4pm. The camp store has a great selection of camping items and souvenirs. You can also sign out bikes for free hourly rentals.

We bought our camper in August 2016 and the first place we went was Trap Pond. We stayed there 4 times in 2016 and are really looking forward to our first weekend in May 2017. "Beautiful scenery", "Spacious camp sites", and "Well maintained bath houses" are just a few statements to describe this gem in the Delaware State Park system.

My son and his family went and it wass great. Price was great. Rental cheap. Even had kayaks that were cheap. They Had a blastg.

What a gem of a pond and cypress swamp! Nice put-in boat ramp, $8 out-of-state self-pay fee, and adequate parking. Have never seen so many turtles sunning themselves. Saw a few ducks and geese. Really enjoyed paddling among the cypress trees and knees. Went far upstream and the swamp changed over to deciduous, with lots of green flora and Forest songbirds. Big old beaver lodge, too. Much bigger area than we had assumed. This little treasure is well worth it.

We recenlty visited trap pond state park for the first time and we loved it. It was in mid september, off season, so it wasn't crowded at all. By Sunday nite, the place was nearly empty except for mostly a few seniors with RV's. Upon arrival, check in was smooth. We found our campsite and set up. The sites are fairly large. The campsite accomodates RV's or tents. At first, I thought that I wouldn't want to be wedged in between RV's, but the campsite felt really large. I didn't feel cramped for room. Some sites are pretty small though. On their website it tells you how big each site is so you know what you are getting beforehand. There are pine trees and oaks everywhere, so you will need a broom or rake to clear the ground of pine cones and acorns, etc before you set up your tent. It is so beautifully wooded. The campsites each had water faucets and electricity!!! So next time I will definitely bring a few small creature comforts to plug into the outlet! There is a picnic table, fire ring/grill combo at each site. The shower/toilet is not too far to walk, even at nite. The toilets were clean too. The lake is lovely, nearly at your tent door. We rented pedal boats for $8.00/hour and it was great fun and good exercise! You can fish from a pier or from the shore, but while I was by the lake, no one was catching any fish. Oh well! We were only there for a long weekend, so mainly we just relaxed. The guards patrol fairly often, but they were nice and we didn't give them any reason to be otherwise. It was fairly quiet: no rowdies up way too late or being noisy. Next time I hope to stay longer and explore more of what the park has to offer. PS: Bring bug juice, the mosquitos were hungry, especially when the wind blows in from the direction of the lake! All in all it was great and we can't wait to go back!

We went here mainly to see the cypress trees, as there are only so many places you can see them. We first stopped at the visitor center where the girl there gave us a little lesson on the trees, which was very informative. We then walked the Loblolly trail the whole way around the pond, which was about 5 miles total, I believe. It was a very nice trail, well maintained, and very scenic. It started along the pond, where we could see the trees, then ventured through the woods across bridges and through nature. It was a very relaxing, easy trail and very scenic. Nicely shaded too. We really enjoyed the walk and then enjoyed a picnic lunch after as well. It's a very nice park, and would also be worth going out on the pond in a kayak or canoe to see the trees up close. We enjoyed our day there.

Beautiful pond and woods. A quiet night of camping in a tent.

Only 2 loops and one restroom/bathhouse were open (March 12-14), which seems too close for comfort to have everyone crammed together like that in these times of COVID. The park management should space out campers throughout the campgrounds, not herd everyone together. Nobody within the campground or restroom wore masks or maintained 6-feet distance when passing. An aggressive, maskless woman actually mocked me for wearing a mask when I waited at a distance for her and the 4 people in her maskless group to pass. But she also had a black eye so that might say something about her disposition in general. No common decency, but these are the times we live in.

Most people on the hiking trails were more responsible and it was a good reprieve from the campground. Can't speak to the cabins, but I imagine those areas had better ability to keep a distance. The views of the water from this vantage point are fantastic.

In non-COVID times, a crowded, maskless campsite wouldn't matter so much and my rating would be higher.

The three young men were late arriving for the kayak rentals. Then they ate their pop tarts and bottled water for another 10 minutes before getting "their act together" to opening. Their attitude were terrible too. None was personable. Too bad. But we didn't dwell on them as we paddled the pond, picnicked, and biked the pond trails. We were fortunate to see turtles, Great Blue Herons, Canadian Geese with five little ducklings, other water foul, water snakes, and lots others enjoying the park. We'll be back and hopefully those three staff will be long gone or behaving personable.

Great place for families and singles as well. Very peaceful, and also home to some great festivals. Excellent camping.

This park is a hidden gem. if you visit you will be back. We went this fall to enjoy our RV at this tranquil pond in November. The geese and other water birds were the only noises in the park. The park staff are always wonderful to us and to our doggies. We love taking long walks on the thick coat of leaves and pine needles in the park, and the numerous holly tree display their red berries this time of year, getting us in the mood for the holidays. Trap Pond is a very special place, away from the madding crowd.

I've been coming here since I was a little girl! We stay in the cabins now since we can park our boat right behind the cabin on the water. Wake up and jump on the boat! We catch large mouth bass, crappies, bluegill, catfish, sunfish, and pikes! Only downfall is there is no water in the cabin so in order to do dishes or anything you need to walk a bit to get some fresh water! Kids have a blast, hayrides, crafts, bonfires, catching turtles, my son caught 68 fish in one day trolling up and down the pond on our small boat! Love this campground!

I love going for a walk here! I usually walk the long hike which is close to 5 miles. It's so peaceful and scenic! I feel safe walking by myself. They have paddleboats here for the summer time. There's a big lake that you walk around. Many different walking paths to venture on. They have some big pavilions you can rent for an event. There's a kids area for them to play on slides and swings and such. I've seen a wedding here before.

Trap Pond State Park was a pretty basic campground offering picnic areas and playgrounds. The main attraction, the pond was beautiful and was the perfect place to teach my daughter how to row a rowboat. After rowing in circles at the hands of my little one we made our way to an island of bald Cyprus and she and myself were amazed at the beauty of the lake. We enjoyed ourselves and will return. They also offered canoes and kayaks for rent.