Lums Pond State Park

Lums Pond State Park is a beautiful state park located at 1068 Howell School Road in Bear, Delaware. The park spans over 1,790 acres and is open for year-round recreation. It’s named after its centerpiece, the Lums Pond, which is the largest freshwater pond in Delaware.

The park offers a variety of recreational activities. Visitors can enjoy boating, fishing, and hiking. The park’s Pondside Loop Trail is particularly popular among visitors. The Lenape people once lived in the area, and the pond was created when the Murderkill River was dammed to power grist and sawmills.

In addition to its natural beauty, the park also has a waterpark and offers various watercraft rentals