Life on the water

Plan a boating visit, find authorized fishing access and enjoy the waterfront in our river town.

In planning · Not open for booking

A new campground

Main Street has shared plans for a new Delaware City campground, with an opening possible as soon as 2027. This is a proposed target, not a confirmed opening date. Reservations, rates and campsite details are not confirmed here.

Fishing

Docks & marshes

Use authorized public fishing access and respect posted restrictions. Marina and ferry docks are not automatically public fishing areas—ask the operator for permission before entering or casting a line. Keep boat and ferry operations clear.

Check Delaware’s current fishing-license and FIN requirements, exemptions, seasons, size limits and catch limits. Stay out of restricted marshes and private property; avoid disturbing wetland vegetation.

Fishing license & FIN guidance Current fishing regulations Find authorized fishing & boat access

Boating

Delaware City Marina

302 Canal Street, Delaware City, DE 19706

(302) 834-4172

The marina welcomes day and overnight boating guests. Request docking ahead of your visit; a request is not a confirmed reservation. For same-day arrivals, call before entering the Branch Canal for availability and instructions.

Request visitor docking Marina services & current information

Confirm hours, fuel, parking and dock access with staff. This is a working marina—not an assumed public boat launch or walk-in fishing dock.

Have questions or updates about water activities in town? Email inquiries@visitmydc.com or message us on Facebook.

The Delafort ferry on the water at Delaware City — The Delafort ferry. Photo: Nolabob · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Across the river to the island fort

A seasonal ferry journey is another way to experience Delaware City’s waterfront. Plan your Fort Delaware trip around current park dates, tickets and return departures.

Fort Delaware & ferry information →

Battery Park Interpretive Exhibit · Installed 2011

Read the water’s story on the panels

Three of the seven interpretive panels installed in Battery Park in 2011 tell the story of the fishing, the birds and the busy wharves of this river town. Each links to the City’s own panel document.