33587 Baldcypress Lane
Laurel
Delaware, 19956
(302) 875-2392
Trap Pond State Park is a campground or RV park located in Laurel.
Freshwater wetlands once covered a large portion of southwestern Sussex County. Trap Pond State Park retains a part of the swamp's original beauty and mystery, and features the northernmost natural stand of baldcypress trees in the United States. The pond was created in the late 1700s to power a sawmill during the harvest of large baldcypress from the area. The Federal Government later purchased the pond and surrounding farmland during the 1930s and the Civilian Conservation Corps began to develop the area for recreation. Trap Pond became one of Delaware's first state parks in 1951. Visitors have many opportunities to explore the natural beauty of the wetland forest. Hiking trails surround the pond, providing opportunities to glimpse native animal species and many flowering plants. Birdwatching is a popular activity and the observant hiker may spot a Great Blue Heron, owl, hummingbird, warbler, Bald Eagle or the elusive Pileated Woodpecker.
Local dining options close to Trap Pond State Park include Tokyo Steakhouse located at 2745 North Salisbury Boulevard approximately 9.5 km away, Station 7 Restaurant, Abbott's On Broad Creek, Bon Appetit, and Rnr Grill And Bar.
Nearby accommodations include Best Western Salisbury Plaza located at 1735 North Salisbury Boulevard, Quality Inn & Suites Georgetown - Seaford located at 20530 DuPont Boulevard, Quality Inn located at 2701 North Salisbury Boulevard approximately 9.8 km away, Tru By Hilton Georgetown located at 301 College Park Lane, and Hampton Inn Salisbury located at 121 East Naylor Mill Road.