Despite being Delaware’s most developed county, New Castle County is home to some of the most beautiful parks you’ll get to see in this region! The Newark Reservoir is one of the county’s hidden gems, and the walking path around the pond makes for a great sunrise or sunset watching spot all year long.
The Newark Reservoir is 77-acre man-made lake that was built close to the city in the early 2000s.
AllTrails / Greg O The pond was completed in 2006 and is a holding spot for water from the nearby White Clay Creek. It was built in response to a major drought in the 1990s, and contains enough water to supply the city for 100 days, in case of emergency.
In addition to being home to the reservoir itself, the property off Paper Mill Road was set aside as a park for locals to enjoy.
AllTrails / Ramya Mara
Your journey around the shoreline begins with a short uphill stroll, but once you get to the top, you’re in for a straight and level path.
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The paved path around the water is just over a mile long, and is suitable for strollers and wheelchairs.
AllTrails / Rachel Fiore
In the spring and summer, beautiful flowers line the path! Look out for butterflies, bees,and songbirds who come to enjoy this reprieve of nature just a stone’s throw from a busy and bustling town.
AllTrails / David Boyer
If you’re looking for a quiet walk to clear your head, stop by the reservoir around sunrise or sunset.
AllTrails / Corey Last Because the pathway winds around the whole pond, you’re sure to get a good view of either!
The sunsets here are particularly beautiful, and absolutely worth rearranging your day in order to see.
AllTrails / Melissa Colpo
Head to the Newark Reservoir to catch one of the most beautiful sunsets in Delaware any time of year, and you’ll be so happy you found such a lovely spot to wander.
AllTrails / Melissa Colpo
Where is your favorite spot to catch a beautiful sunset in Delaware? Let us know in the comments!
AllTrails / Greg O
The pond was completed in 2006 and is a holding spot for water from the nearby White Clay Creek. It was built in response to a major drought in the 1990s, and contains enough water to supply the city for 100 days, in case of emergency.
AllTrails / Ramya Mara
AllTrails / oroko oyaro
AllTrails / Rachel Fiore
AllTrails / David Boyer
AllTrails / Corey Last
Because the pathway winds around the whole pond, you’re sure to get a good view of either!
AllTrails / Melissa Colpo
AllTrails / Melissa Colpo
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Address: Newark Reservoir, Newark, DE 19711, USA
