Cape Henlopen's beaches attract thousands of visitors who enjoy ocean swimming and sunbathing. Two designated swimming beaches provide lifeguard patrols between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day. An 18-hole disc golf course encourages friendly competition, and basketball courts promote more active exercise.
Annual events such as the Kite Festival and the Halloween Spook Trail are family favorites.
Cape Henlopen State Park is located one mile east of Lewes, 1/2 mile past the Cape May-Lewes Ferry Terminal.