Trap Pond - Delaware State Parks (2024)

Campground Bingo

Friday, August 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card.

Add to Calendar 8/30/2024 7:00:00 PM 8/30/2024 8:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. Trap Pond

Campground Crafts

Saturday, August 31, 2024

10:00 AM

Meet at the campground pavilion for a creative session of crafts. All necessary supplies will be provided and we will do a different craft each week. $2 per craft.

Add to Calendar 8/31/2024 10:00:00 AM 8/31/2024 11:00:00 AM America/New_York Campground Crafts Meet at the campground pavilion for a creative session of crafts. All necessary supplies will be provided and we will do a different craft each week. $2 per craft. Trap Pond

Three Square Meals

Saturday, August 31, 2024

11:00 AM

Learn about the contributions the Civilian Conservation Corps made to Trap Pond, Delaware, and the nation. Tour will include short 1/2 mile walk. Meet at the nature center. Free

Add to Calendar 8/31/2024 11:00:00 AM 8/31/2024 4:00:00 PM America/New_York Three Square Meals Learn about the contributions the Civilian Conservation Corps made to Trap Pond, Delaware, and the nation. Tour will include short 1/2 mile walk. Meet at the nature center. Free Trap Pond

Wagon Rides

Saturday, August 31, 2024

5:00 PM

Take a ride to Persimmon Cove in our farm-wagon. Enjoy the woods and waters of Trap Pond in true farmer fashion as you learn about the nature and culture surrounding the pond. Signup at the nature center at least one hour before the program. Free, with paid park admission!

Add to Calendar 8/31/2024 5:00:00 PM 8/31/2024 6:00:00 PM America/New_York Wagon Rides Take a ride to Persimmon Cove in our farm-wagon. Enjoy the woods and waters of Trap Pond in true farmer fashion as you learn about the nature and culture surrounding the pond. Signup at the nature center at least one hour before the program. Free, with paid park admission! Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, September 6, 2024

7:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card.

Add to Calendar 9/6/2024 7:00:00 PM 9/6/2024 8:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. Trap Pond

Daybreak Birding

Saturday, September 7, 2024

8:00 AM

Meet us at the nature center for a leisurely walk along the pond to learn some basics of bird watching. Experienced birders are welcome too! We will supply binoculars and bird guides. No registration required. Call the park office for more information.

Add to Calendar 9/7/2024 8:00:00 AM 9/7/2024 9:00:00 AM America/New_York Daybreak Birding Meet us at the nature center for a leisurely walk along the pond to learn some basics of bird watching. Experienced birders are welcome too! We will supply binoculars and bird guides. No registration required. Call the park office for more information. Trap Pond

Campground Crafts

Saturday, September 7, 2024

10:00 AM

Meet at the campground pavilion for a creative session of crafts. All necessary supplies will be provided and we will do a different craft each week. $2 per craft.

Add to Calendar 9/7/2024 10:00:00 AM 9/7/2024 11:00:00 AM America/New_York Campground Crafts Meet at the campground pavilion for a creative session of crafts. All necessary supplies will be provided and we will do a different craft each week. $2 per craft. Trap Pond

Wagon Rides

Saturday, September 7, 2024

5:00 PM

Take a ride on the Boundary Trail in our farm-wagon. Enjoy the woods and waters of Trap Pond in true farmer fashion as you learn about the nature and culture surrounding the pond. Signup at the campground store at least one hour before the program. Free, with paid park admission! Call the park office for more information.

Add to Calendar 9/7/2024 5:00:00 PM 9/7/2024 6:00:00 PM America/New_York Wagon Rides Take a ride on the Boundary Trail in our farm-wagon. Enjoy the woods and waters of Trap Pond in true farmer fashion as you learn about the nature and culture surrounding the pond. Signup at the campground store at least one hour before the program. Free, with paid park admission! Call the park office for more information. Trap Pond

Bethesda Church and Cemetery Tour

Sunday, September 8, 2024

1:00 PM

Stop in at the Bethesda Church. Park staff will be available to answer questions and discuss the important history of rural churches in the area. Give yourself time to explore the cemetery and natural beauty of the area. Free, no registration required. Call the park office for more information.

Add to Calendar 9/8/2024 1:00:00 PM 9/8/2024 2:00:00 PM America/New_York Bethesda Church and Cemetery Tour Stop in at the Bethesda Church. Park staff will be available to answer questions and discuss the important history of rural churches in the area. Give yourself time to explore the cemetery and natural beauty of the area. Free, no registration required. Call the park office for more information. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, September 13, 2024

7:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card.

Add to Calendar 9/13/2024 7:00:00 PM 9/13/2024 8:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. Trap Pond

Primitive Youth Fishing Tournament

Sunday, September 15, 2024

8:30 AM

Bring your cane or spring poles, or make them here. Fishing at Trap Pond can be quite productive using equipment of the past. Instruction from 8:30 to 9am. Fishing tournament from 9-11am. Free with park entrance or camping fee, no registration required. Call the park office for more information.

Add to Calendar 9/15/2024 8:30:00 AM 9/15/2024 11:00:00 AM America/New_York Primitive Youth Fishing Tournament Bring your cane or spring poles, or make them here. Fishing at Trap Pond can be quite productive using equipment of the past. Instruction from 8:30 to 9am. Fishing tournament from 9-11am. Free with park entrance or camping fee, no registration required. Call the park office for more information. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, September 20, 2024

6:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required.

Add to Calendar 9/20/2024 6:00:00 PM 9/20/2024 7:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, September 20, 2024

7:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card.

Add to Calendar 9/20/2024 7:00:00 PM 9/20/2024 8:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. Trap Pond

Three Square Meals

Saturday, September 21, 2024

11:00 AM

Learn about the contributions the Civilian Conservation Corps made to Trap Pond, Delaware, and the nation. Tour will include short 1/2 mile walk. Meet at the nature center. Free, no registration required. Call the park office for more information

Add to Calendar 9/21/2024 11:00:00 AM 9/21/2024 12:00:00 PM America/New_York Three Square Meals Learn about the contributions the Civilian Conservation Corps made to Trap Pond, Delaware, and the nation. Tour will include short 1/2 mile walk. Meet at the nature center. Free, no registration required. Call the park office for more information Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, September 27, 2024

6:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required.

Add to Calendar 9/27/2024 6:00:00 PM 9/27/2024 7:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, September 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card.

Add to Calendar 9/27/2024 7:00:00 PM 9/27/2024 8:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, October 4, 2024

6:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required.

Add to Calendar 10/4/2024 6:00:00 PM 10/4/2024 7:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, October 4, 2024

7:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card.

Add to Calendar 10/4/2024 7:00:00 PM 10/4/2024 8:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. Trap Pond

Daybreak Birding

Saturday, October 5, 2024

8:00 AM

Meet us at the nature center for a leisurely walk along the pond to learn some basics of bird watching. Experienced birders are welcome too! We will supply binoculars and bird guides. No registration required. Call the park office for more information.

Add to Calendar 10/5/2024 8:00:00 AM 10/5/2024 9:00:00 AM America/New_York Daybreak Birding Meet us at the nature center for a leisurely walk along the pond to learn some basics of bird watching. Experienced birders are welcome too! We will supply binoculars and bird guides. No registration required. Call the park office for more information. Trap Pond

Bethesda Church and Cemetery Tour

Sunday, October 6, 2024

1:00 PM

Stop in at the Bethesda Church. Park staff will be available to answer questions and discuss the important history of rural churches in the area. Give yourself time to explore the cemetery and natural beauty of the area. Free, no registration required. Call the park office for more information.

Add to Calendar 10/6/2024 1:00:00 PM 10/6/2024 2:00:00 PM America/New_York Bethesda Church and Cemetery Tour Stop in at the Bethesda Church. Park staff will be available to answer questions and discuss the important history of rural churches in the area. Give yourself time to explore the cemetery and natural beauty of the area. Free, no registration required. Call the park office for more information. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, October 11, 2024

6:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required.

Add to Calendar 10/11/2024 6:00:00 PM 10/11/2024 7:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, October 11, 2024

7:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card.

Add to Calendar 10/11/2024 7:00:00 PM 10/11/2024 8:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. Trap Pond

Primitive Youth Fishing Tournament

Sunday, October 13, 2024

8:30 AM

Open to ages 15 and under. Meet at the boathouse for free fishing instruction and other activities from 8:30 - 9 a.m. Fishing tournament will begin at 9 and run until 11. Catch and release will be encouraged. Equipment will be provided, or bring your own. Free, no registration required. Call the park office for more information.

Add to Calendar 10/13/2024 8:30:00 AM 10/13/2024 11:00:00 AM America/New_York Primitive Youth Fishing Tournament Open to ages 15 and under. Meet at the boathouse for free fishing instruction and other activities from 8:30 - 9 a.m. Fishing tournament will begin at 9 and run until 11. Catch and release will be encouraged. Equipment will be provided, or bring your own. Free, no registration required. Call the park office for more information. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, October 18, 2024

6:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required.

Add to Calendar 10/18/2024 6:00:00 PM 10/18/2024 7:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, October 18, 2024

7:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card.

Add to Calendar 10/18/2024 7:00:00 PM 10/18/2024 8:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. Trap Pond

Three Square Meals

Saturday, October 19, 2024

11:00 AM

Learn about the contributions the Civilian Conservation Corps made to Trap Pond, Delaware, and the nation. Tour will include short 1/2 mile walk. Meet at the nature center. Free, no registration required. Call the park office for more information

Add to Calendar 10/19/2024 11:00:00 AM 10/19/2024 12:00:00 PM America/New_York Three Square Meals Learn about the contributions the Civilian Conservation Corps made to Trap Pond, Delaware, and the nation. Tour will include short 1/2 mile walk. Meet at the nature center. Free, no registration required. Call the park office for more information Trap Pond

Wagon Rides

Saturday, October 19, 2024

5:00 PM

Take a ride on the Boundary Trail in our farm-wagon. Enjoy the woods and waters of Trap Pond in true farmer fashion as you learn about the nature and culture surrounding the pond. Signup at the campground store at least one hour before the program. Free, with paid park admission! Call the park office for more information.

Add to Calendar 10/19/2024 5:00:00 PM 10/19/2024 6:00:00 PM America/New_York Wagon Rides Take a ride on the Boundary Trail in our farm-wagon. Enjoy the woods and waters of Trap Pond in true farmer fashion as you learn about the nature and culture surrounding the pond. Signup at the campground store at least one hour before the program. Free, with paid park admission! Call the park office for more information. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, October 25, 2024

6:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required.

Add to Calendar 10/25/2024 6:00:00 PM 10/25/2024 7:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, November 1, 2024

6:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required.

Add to Calendar 11/1/2024 6:00:00 PM 11/1/2024 7:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required. Trap Pond

Daybreak Birding

Saturday, November 2, 2024

8:00 AM

Meet us at the nature center for a leisurely walk along the pond to learn some basics of bird watching. Experienced birders are welcome too! We will supply binoculars and bird guides. No registration required. Call the park office for more information.

Add to Calendar 11/2/2024 8:00:00 AM 11/2/2024 9:00:00 AM America/New_York Daybreak Birding Meet us at the nature center for a leisurely walk along the pond to learn some basics of bird watching. Experienced birders are welcome too! We will supply binoculars and bird guides. No registration required. Call the park office for more information. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, November 8, 2024

6:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required.

Add to Calendar 11/8/2024 6:00:00 PM 11/8/2024 7:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required. Trap Pond

Bethesda Church and Cemetery Tour

Sunday, November 10, 2024

1:00 PM

Stop in at the Bethesda Church. Park staff will be available to answer questions and discuss the important history of rural churches in the area. Give yourself time to explore the cemetery and natural beauty of the area. Free, no registration required. Call the park office for more information.

Add to Calendar 11/10/2024 1:00:00 PM 11/10/2024 2:00:00 PM America/New_York Bethesda Church and Cemetery Tour Stop in at the Bethesda Church. Park staff will be available to answer questions and discuss the important history of rural churches in the area. Give yourself time to explore the cemetery and natural beauty of the area. Free, no registration required. Call the park office for more information. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, November 15, 2024

6:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required.

Add to Calendar 11/15/2024 6:00:00 PM 11/15/2024 7:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required. Trap Pond

Silent Hunters of the Night

Sunday, November 17, 2024

6:00 PM

Come learn about the special adaptation’s owls use to hunt at night. Individuals will dissect an owl pellet and later take a short walk to hear owls in their natural environment.Free with paid entrance or camping. No registration required. Call the park office for more information.

Add to Calendar 11/17/2024 6:00:00 PM 11/17/2024 7:00:00 PM America/New_York Silent Hunters of the Night Come learn about the special adaptation’s owls use to hunt at night. Individuals will dissect an owl pellet and later take a short walk to hear owls in their natural environment.Free with paid entrance or camping. No registration required. Call the park office for more information. Trap Pond

Campground Bingo

Friday, November 22, 2024

6:00 PM

Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required.

Add to Calendar 11/22/2024 6:00:00 PM 11/22/2024 7:00:00 PM America/New_York Campground Bingo Try your luck at our weekly campground bingo games. There will be lots of prizes for the young and young at heart. Meet at the campground pavilion. 50 cents per card. No registration required. Trap Pond

Three Square Meals

Saturday, November 23, 2024

11:00 AM

Learn about the contributions the Civilian Conservation Corps made to Trap Pond, Delaware, and the nation. Tour will include short 1/2 mile walk. Meet at the nature center. Free, no registration required. Call the park office for more information

Add to Calendar 11/23/2024 11:00:00 AM 11/23/2024 12:00:00 PM America/New_York Three Square Meals Learn about the contributions the Civilian Conservation Corps made to Trap Pond, Delaware, and the nation. Tour will include short 1/2 mile walk. Meet at the nature center. Free, no registration required. Call the park office for more information Trap Pond

Trap Pond - Delaware State Parks (2024)

FAQs

Can you swim at Trap Pond, Delaware? ›

Trap Pond is part of Trap Pond State Park in Laurel, Delaware. Visitors to the park can enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking, and many other activities. There are no lifeguards on duty and swimming is not recommended - for this reason, the beach is marked as "special status".

What fish are in Trap Pond, Delaware? ›

Anglers may land a variety of fish, from pickerel, crappie, and bluegills to catfish, American eel and largemouth bass. Fishing license required. Get info about fishing permits.

What is the history of Trap Pond State Park? ›

Over twelve miles of footpaths circumnavigate the pond, offering distinct ecological communities. The pond was established in the late eighteenth century by damming a stream and was originally used to transport timber and power a mill. In the early 1930s a flood destroyed the dam, draining the water feature.

How many acres is Trap Pond in Delaware? ›

Trap Pond State Park is a 3,653 acre (8.5 km²) Delaware state park located near Laurel, Delaware, USA.

Is Trap Pond State Park dog friendly? ›

Pets are prohibited in the Cabins and cabin area, except Cabins 09 and 10 at Trap Pond. Smoking is prohibited inside the cabin. One vehicle is allowed to park in the designated cabin parking area.

Is it illegal to swim in the Delaware River? ›

Swimming in areas of the river outside the life guarded beaches is permitted, but not recommended. Strong currents, sharp drop-offs, and constantly changing river conditions make many areas unsafe for swimming. Wearing a properly fitting life jacket is strongly recommended when swimming.

What time is check in at Trap Pond? ›

Trap Pond State Park Reservation and Check-in Time

Reservation can be made through Reserve America. Check-in time for campsites is 1 p.m, and 3 p.m. – 4 p.m for cabins and yurts.

Where is Jay Nixon state park? ›

Reynolds County, Missouri

What is the history of keepers pond? ›

The pond was built in the early 19th century to provide water for Garnddyrys Forge, which started production in about 1817. The forge was dismantled during the 1860s and whilst the pond no longer fulfilled an industrial purpose, it rapidly became a local beauty spot.

What is the largest pond in Delaware? ›

As the largest freshwater pond in Delaware, Lums Pond is one of the best fishing spots in the state, with anglers landing crappie, bluegill, perch, pickerel, largemouth bass, and more.

How many acres is a pond before it becomes a lake? ›

Definitions for lake range in minimum sizes for a body of water from 2 hectares (5 acres) to 8 hectares (20 acres) (see also the definition of "pond"). Charles Elton, one of the founders of ecology, regarded lakes as waterbodies of 40 hectares (99 acres) or more.

How big is Red Mill Pond in Delaware? ›

Mill Pond Garden is situated on the eastern most branch called “Old Mill Creek”, of the 150 acre Red Mill Pond, the largest body of fresh water, up to seven feet deep, in Delaware.

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