FSC-2016 Cape Henlopen Traditional Cache
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FSC-2016 Cape Henlopen
Cache Details:
This small Lock & Lock is on State Park property and has been approved by Park Management. After entering the State Park, head to these parking entrance coords: N38 47.124 W75 06.067. This is an overflow lot and may occasionally be closed. The cache is a short walk from the trail head at the end of the lot. Alternate parking is available at the Nature Center, especially if you want to visit it, at: N38 47.038 W75 05.879. Take the Seaside Nature Trail just to the left of the building and the cache is about .2 mile down the trail. During warm months, watch out for ticks and bring bug spray.
Absolutely NO NIGHT CACHING allowed!
From March 1 thru November 30th, the park fees are $5 for state residents and $10 for out of state visitors. The park is open daily from 8 am to sunset. Your receipt for any one day is good for entry into all other Delaware State Parks on the same day.
Description:
Cape Henlopen State Park is one of Delaware's premiere outdoor attractions. Its beaches alone attract thousands on warm summer days, not to mention its campgrounds, trails, and mothballed military base. Where else can you camp amongst ammunition depots or stand atop an observation tower once used to spot German submarines?
One of the park's strong points is its Seaside Nature Center, which provides a list of family-friendly programs. Visitors can rent a bicycle there for use on the park's two-mile, paved loop. The ferry terminal right outside the front gate puts Cape May, New Jersey, within easy reach for a one-day side trip. The Nature Center features marine aquariums and natural history exhibits about the park. Environmental education programs are offered year-round. The Center also contains an auditorium and a gift shop.
Programs offered include hayrides, guided nature walks and hikes, birding trips, preschool programs, school programs and children's vacation workshops.
If you only have time for one trail during your visit, seek out the Pinelands Nature Trail. This two-mile loop is recognized as a National Recreation Trail by the U.S. Department of Interior. It's also a just short walk from Fort Miles and Battery 519, which is a World War II museum.
During summer months, tick repellent & bug spray are needed.
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