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Lums Pond State Park
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LUMS POND STATE PARK
LUMS POND STATE PARK
1068 Howell School Road
Bear, Delaware   19701

Phone: 302-368-6989
Toll Free: 302-739-9220
Reservations: 302-368-6989
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Lums Pond State Park is built around the largest freshwater pond in Delaware. The park features excellent fishing, sports facilities, hiking trails and more on its 1790 acres on the north side of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal. Lums Pond itself covers 200 acres, and although there is no swimming allowed, boat rentals and fishing provide water-bound recreation in the summer months. A boat launching ramp and two piers allow easy access to the water.

Before the pond existed, St. Georges Creek flowed through the hardwood forest and was the site of several Native American hunting camps. The creek was dammed in the early 1800's when the C & D canal was built. Water from the pond was used to fill the locks of the canal and power a small mill. This area was first used as a state park in 1963.
History of the Area
Before the pond existed, St. Georges Creek flowed through the hardwood forest and was the site of several Native American hunting camps. The creek was dammed in the early 1800's when the C & D canal was built. Water from the pond was used to fill the locks of the canal and power a small mill. This area was first used as a state park in 1963.
FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES OVERVIEW
Day-UseFishingyes
 Hiking Trailyes
 Bike Trailsyes
BoatingLaunch Rampsyes
CampingPrimitiveyes
 Electric Sitesyes
WinterActivitiesyes
Camping
- Standard Tent Sites: These sites offer basic amenities like picnic tables, fire rings and nearby restroom facilities.

- Yurt Camping: The park offers yurts with beds, electricity, outdoor grill area and a deck.

- Cabins Rentals: Fully equipped cabins are available for rent featuring kitchenettes, bathrooms and heating/cooling systems.

- Equestrian Campsites: Special campsites designed to accommodate visitors traveling with horses.

- Picnic Pavilion Rental: Large pavilions can be rented out for group camping or events.



Trails
Hikers have the opportunity to explore a variety of habitats along the 7.5 mile Swamp Forest Trail circling the pond. Lums also features over 10 miles of multi-purpose trails (horses, bikes, hikers, and snowmobiles). The Whale Wallow Nature Center hosts a variety of programs for visitors during the summer season (Nature Center will be open daily from noon-6 p.m. from Memorial Day to Labor Day.). For outdoor dining, picnic areas are scattered throughout the park, and three pavilions can be reserved for larger groups.

Visitor Comments, Memories and Reviews
January 15 by Hike Lover
park review stars; one to five I did a winter hike today and it was so beautiful. The trails were in good shape, even with the snow!!! This park is so well taken care of - Thanks.
October 20 Very nice place to camp by Tim
park review stars; one to five The camp site is very nice and the bathrooms are very big and clean. The free fire pits are great too. I go there all the time.
October 11 One of our favorites! by angelimno33
park review stars; one to five We take our pop-up camper there several times a year, love it!
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Directions
Directions from Wilmington, Delaware:

- Start on I-95 S.
- Take exit 4A to merge onto DE-1/DE7 towards Christiana Mall Road.
- Continue for about 10 miles.

From Dover, Delaware:

- Begin at US13 N/DU Pont Hwy/N Dupont Blvd.
- Turn right onto Paddock Rd after passing by Wawa (on the left).
- After approximately half a mile turn left and continue until you reach Lums Pond State Park.

From Newark, Delaware:

- Head southwest toward E Main St/SR273
- Follow SR896 South then make a slight right turn into Howell School road.

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