One of the very best parts about going to a waterpark is spending hours adrift in the lazy river. There’s only one thing that’s more relaxing: spending hours adrift in a real river, surrounded by the sound of flowing water and birds chirping in the trees. Luckily, Delaware is home to one of the best tubing rivers around. Our beloved Brandywine meanders quietly through northern Delaware, flowing gently enough that anyone can go for a relaxing float or paddle, even if they’ve never been on a river before. Check out all of the fun you can have tubing and kayaking in Delaware right here in New Castle County!
The Brandywine is the perfect river for learning to float or paddle.
Facebook / Response-a-Bull Rescue In fact, if you don’t just want to jump on in, you can go on a trip hosted by Wilderness Canoe Trips, Inc! They’ve got decades of experience and will set you up with everything you need, including lifejackets and transportation to the best launch sites. You can canoe, kayak (solo or tandem), or grab a tube. Give them a call at 302-654-2227 or visit their website, here to learn more.
Canoeing down the Brandywine is a fantastic way to get some exercise and enjoy the fresh air on a hot day.
Facebook / Stroud Water Research Center Canoes are great because you can pack snacks and drinks, and you’ll have a little more room than in a kayak.
Don’t get us wrong, kayaking is great fun, too!
Flickr / Ron Cogswell We find smaller kayaks to be easier to maneuver than a canoe, but both have their benefits and drawbacks. Your guide will help you decide which boat is best for your trip.
But the most relaxing way to spend a day on the Brandywine is on a floating tube.
Facebook / Response-a-Bull Rescue Wilderness Canoe Trips really takes the hassle out of Brandywine Creek tubing, because they’ll transport your tubs, provide life jackets, and bring you back to your car at the end of your trip. Easy, peasy!
Link yourselves together or float down on your own; you’ll be able to relax and let the river take you on a journey.
Facebook / Response-a-Bull Rescue It really is a natural lazy river, and it’s ideal for a relaxing afternoon. Who said you have to go to the beaches to enjoy a good, long float?
Tubing is a great activity for large groups, because it’s fun for nearly everyone!
Facebook/Rescue for the Misunderstood Don’t worry about paddling or steering; just let the lazy Brandywine river currents take you along.
And you know, these trips aren’t just for the humans in your family.
Facebook / Response-a-Bull Rescue Bring your well-behaved pup along, too! They’ll love the chance to splash in the shore and cool out on the river.
Just don’t forget that they’ll need water to drink and protection from the sun, too. If your dog is not a great swimmer, pick up a life jacket for them before hitting the water.
Facebook / Response-a-Bull Rescue Bringing your dog is a great way to beat the summer heat, when walking and hiking is just too much. These float pictures are from a rescue group in Delaware, so getting out on the river was a real treat for these shelter dogs.
The Brandywine River has several drop-in points along Ramsey Road, and you can always go for a paddle or float with your own equipment. Just remember to keep an eye on weather and river conditions so that your trip is safe and relaxing!
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In fact, if you don’t just want to jump on in, you can go on a trip hosted by Wilderness Canoe Trips, Inc! They’ve got decades of experience and will set you up with everything you need, including lifejackets and transportation to the best launch sites. You can canoe, kayak (solo or tandem), or grab a tube. Give them a call at 302-654-2227 or visit their website, here to learn more.
Facebook / Stroud Water Research Center
Canoes are great because you can pack snacks and drinks, and you’ll have a little more room than in a kayak.
Flickr / Ron Cogswell
We find smaller kayaks to be easier to maneuver than a canoe, but both have their benefits and drawbacks. Your guide will help you decide which boat is best for your trip.
Wilderness Canoe Trips really takes the hassle out of Brandywine Creek tubing, because they’ll transport your tubs, provide life jackets, and bring you back to your car at the end of your trip. Easy, peasy!
It really is a natural lazy river, and it’s ideal for a relaxing afternoon. Who said you have to go to the beaches to enjoy a good, long float?
Facebook/Rescue for the Misunderstood
Don’t worry about paddling or steering; just let the lazy Brandywine river currents take you along.
Bring your well-behaved pup along, too! They’ll love the chance to splash in the shore and cool out on the river.
Bringing your dog is a great way to beat the summer heat, when walking and hiking is just too much. These float pictures are from a rescue group in Delaware, so getting out on the river was a real treat for these shelter dogs.
After you’ve completed your paddle or float, refuel and grab some great food at one of Delaware’s most beautiful restaurants – three of them are located right in Wilmington!
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tubing and kayaking in Delaware March 07, 2021 Kim Magaraci What is there for kids to do in summer in Delaware? Delaware has a reputation for being a tiny and boring state, but if you take the time to really get to know it, you’ll see why the state’s motto is “Endless Discoveries”. Children, in particular, have a whole lot to do for fun, especially in the summer. Spend a week getting in touch with nature at camp hosted by Delaware State Parks, learn how to rock climb at Alapocas Run, play with faeries in Winterthur’s Enchanted Woods, or try out the go-kart track at Midway Speedway Park. If it’s rainy, visit the STEMporium or the Delaware Children’s Museum for a great time when the skies are gray. Can I camp right on the water in Delaware? If you’re looking for the best beachfront camping in Delaware, book your site at Delaware Seashore State Park. You’ll be just a short walk from a seemingly endless stretch of sand,! The sites are practically on the Indian River Inlet, which makes for a beautiful view at both sunrise and sunset. If you’re looking for a slightly more luxurious camping trip, you can rent an adorable pastel-colored cottage in the park that’s located just steps from the water. Cape Henlopen State Park offers beachfront camping, too, but it’s a little more set back from the actual coastline. What are the best waterparks in Delaware? With hot and humid summers being the norm around here, we’re lucky to have great waterparks! Kent County’s waterpark at Killen Pond State Park is a family favorite, and there are two great waterparks down at the beach, too. Jungle Jim’s, in Rehoboth Beach, is located in the heart of the busiest vacation towns. Thunder Lagoon can be found farther south, in Fenwick Island, and offers mini-golf and go-kart racing too.
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tubing and kayaking in Delaware
March 07, 2021
Kim Magaraci
What is there for kids to do in summer in Delaware? Delaware has a reputation for being a tiny and boring state, but if you take the time to really get to know it, you’ll see why the state’s motto is “Endless Discoveries”. Children, in particular, have a whole lot to do for fun, especially in the summer. Spend a week getting in touch with nature at camp hosted by Delaware State Parks, learn how to rock climb at Alapocas Run, play with faeries in Winterthur’s Enchanted Woods, or try out the go-kart track at Midway Speedway Park. If it’s rainy, visit the STEMporium or the Delaware Children’s Museum for a great time when the skies are gray. Can I camp right on the water in Delaware? If you’re looking for the best beachfront camping in Delaware, book your site at Delaware Seashore State Park. You’ll be just a short walk from a seemingly endless stretch of sand,! The sites are practically on the Indian River Inlet, which makes for a beautiful view at both sunrise and sunset. If you’re looking for a slightly more luxurious camping trip, you can rent an adorable pastel-colored cottage in the park that’s located just steps from the water. Cape Henlopen State Park offers beachfront camping, too, but it’s a little more set back from the actual coastline. What are the best waterparks in Delaware? With hot and humid summers being the norm around here, we’re lucky to have great waterparks! Kent County’s waterpark at Killen Pond State Park is a family favorite, and there are two great waterparks down at the beach, too. Jungle Jim’s, in Rehoboth Beach, is located in the heart of the busiest vacation towns. Thunder Lagoon can be found farther south, in Fenwick Island, and offers mini-golf and go-kart racing too.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Delaware has a reputation for being a tiny and boring state, but if you take the time to really get to know it, you’ll see why the state’s motto is “Endless Discoveries”. Children, in particular, have a whole lot to do for fun, especially in the summer. Spend a week getting in touch with nature at camp hosted by Delaware State Parks, learn how to rock climb at Alapocas Run, play with faeries in Winterthur’s Enchanted Woods, or try out the go-kart track at Midway Speedway Park. If it’s rainy, visit the STEMporium or the Delaware Children’s Museum for a great time when the skies are gray.
Can I camp right on the water in Delaware?
If you’re looking for the best beachfront camping in Delaware, book your site at Delaware Seashore State Park. You’ll be just a short walk from a seemingly endless stretch of sand,! The sites are practically on the Indian River Inlet, which makes for a beautiful view at both sunrise and sunset. If you’re looking for a slightly more luxurious camping trip, you can rent an adorable pastel-colored cottage in the park that’s located just steps from the water. Cape Henlopen State Park offers beachfront camping, too, but it’s a little more set back from the actual coastline.
What are the best waterparks in Delaware?
With hot and humid summers being the norm around here, we’re lucky to have great waterparks! Kent County’s waterpark at Killen Pond State Park is a family favorite, and there are two great waterparks down at the beach, too. Jungle Jim’s, in Rehoboth Beach, is located in the heart of the busiest vacation towns. Thunder Lagoon can be found farther south, in Fenwick Island, and offers mini-golf and go-kart racing too.
