Active Boomers avoid beach parking fees with an annual pass or a lifetime senior pass for those aged 65+.
The sunny warm days are finally here and this leads to thoughts of beach-filled days by the seaside. Delaware beaches are family-friendly and made for making memories. Before your next trip, make plans to get your annual pass or consider a lifetime pass if you ’re a Delaware resident aged 65 and over. The savings are well worth it.
Delaware public beaches are free—no towel tags apply as found for beaches in neighboring states—plus a high number of our beaches are part of the state park system. Your annual pass is valid for free entry to all Delaware State Parks charging a vehicle entry fee—unlimited year-round entry without having to stop and pay daily entrance fees. According to the Delaware State Park website, the only exceptions are the Brandywine Zoo at Wilmington State Park and the ferry to Fort Delaware State Park. At Fenwick State Line Beach, the annual pass grants free entry but a parking fee is charged.
Where to get an annual pass
Annual passes are available for purchase at any of these Delaware locations:
- Online HERE
- At any park office
- From some area retailers
The 2018 annual park pass pricing is:
- $35 – Resident Annual Pass
- $70 – Non-Resident Annual Pass
- $18 – Senior Resident Annual Pass (aged 62 and over)
- $35 – Senior Non-Resident Annual Pass (aged 62 and over)
- $65 – Lifetime Senior Pass (Delaware Residents aged 65 and over) **BEST VALUE**
According to Delaware State Parks 65% of the state parks revenue used to operate and maintain the parks is generated by park users.
Major Delaware Beaches
Listing the beaches from north to south, beach-goers have an array of choices when the lure of sand and the sounds of waves crashing beckons you towards spending a day in the sun. With tax-free shopping, dining, and entertainment, it’s simply a matter of deciding which location to visit.
- Broadkill Beach (on Delaware Bay)
- Lewes (on Delaware Bay)
- Cape Henlopen State Park
- North Shore
- Henlopen Acres
- Rehoboth Beach
- Dewey Beach
- Delaware Seashore State Park
- Sussex Shores
- Bethany Beach
- Middlesex Beach
- South Bethany
- York Beach
- Fenwick Island State Park
- Fenwick Island
We hope you’ll take advantage of the annual pass and feel the cool ocean breezes this summer. If you’re interested in living near the beaches we’re here to assist. We’re happy to have a no-strings-attached discussion with you to help determine what location is best for you and what you would like in a home. Schedule an appointment today.
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