​Our  popular "Borrow-a- Bike" program  recently received a very generous donation  of  10  brand new  Del Sol beach cruisers  from Frank  Cole, owner of Atlantic Cycles  and SeaGreen Bicycle of Lewes and Rehoboth.  Shown in the photo at the Bike Barn are some of our  ambassadors trying them on for size, including center, back row Stu Schmidt, Friends President, to the right to of him Frank Cole, Owner SeaGreen Bicycle ,  and seated at right Gordon Reid, one of the founders of our program which started in 1997.  This wonderful addition to our fleet is already being appreciated by our volunteers and riders alike. The bikes these will replace will be donated to  Trap Pond State Park in Laurel, DE
To learn more go to:  www,seagreenbicycle.com  &   www.atlanticcycles.com
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Cape Henlopen State Park

The Friends of Cape Henlopen State Park (FOCHSP) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) volunteer organization that works with the Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation and the staff to support and advocate for one of the county's most unique public parks.

Cape Henlopen State Park:
  • Declared "land for public use" in 1682 by William Penn
  • Includes both ocean and bay shoreline
  • Contains 5,200 acres to explore
  • Offers camping, hiking, birding & cycling
  • Provides ocean surf and bay pier fishing
  • Has loads of swimming and surfing
  • Connects to 25+ miles of bike trails
  • Houses historic Fort Miles military museum
  • Boasts of Indian, pirate & Cold War history
  • Ranked Top 20 Most Stunning State Parks in 2014
  • Claimed Most Enchanting Delaware State Park in 2016
  • ...and much, much more

Upcoming Events

What we do...

The "Osprey Cam", the Hawk Watch and Borrow-a-Bike program are just a few of the things we do.

What you can do...

If you love your park... support it! There are a number of ways you can support FOCHSP and Cape Henlopen State Park.

What are Friends?

Friends of Delaware State Parks are independent, non-profit organizations dedicated to assisting with special events, programs, maintenance, planning, fundraising, nature centers and advocating.

How did we do?

We are always looking for ways to improve the park experience. Help us do this by taking 60 seconds to tell about your experience...the good, the great and everything else.