Bellevue State Park

Overview

Brochure InfoBellevue Hall mansion commands a grand view of this historic estate, and its present form reflects alterations made by William du Pont, Jr. Mr. du Pont surrounded his home with the finest facilities: tennis courts, stables, gardens, and a picturesque pond, amid woodlands and fields overlooking the Delaware River. The park was acquired by the State of Delaware in 1976.Brochure Info - Recreation1-1/8 mile fitness track with a Life Course, catch-and-release fishing pond, multi-use trails for walking, jogging and cycling, 18-hole disc golf course, outdoor ice skating. SK cross country course.Brochure Info - Facilities and RestrictionsBellevue Hall, Cauffiel House, Mount Pleasent Meeting House and Parsonage Wellspring Farms, Tennis Center, 3 Pavilions, 2 Picnic AreasBrochure Info - Nearby AttractionsRockwood Museum, Brandywine Zoo, Brandywine Valley Atractions, DE Children's Museum, Frawley Stadium (Home of the Wilmington Blue Rocks)Key InfoEntrance Fees: In effect March 1 through November 30.Credit Cards are accepted, Cash only if fee booth is open. Park Hours: 8:00 AM to sunset. Park Office: 302-761-6963 Amusement devices (moon bounces, etc.): Not allowed at Bellevue. Tents & Canopies: Additional space may be available for pop-up tents or canopies at Pavilions only. Visitors must contact the Park Office for permission & permit at least one week prior to event. Delaware now requires a fishing license to cover both salt water and fresh water fishing. This includes recreational clamming and crabbing. The license may be purchased at agents authorized by the Division of Fish & Wildlife. For more information call 302-739-9918 or visit Division of Fish & Wildlife Rates: Please be advised, rates may vary for DE Residents vs. Non-Residents.Important Information for Daily EntranceDirectionFor tours & Programs: Locations vary. Please refer to the Tour Notes section below for the meeting location. Bellvue State Park Address: 800 Carr Road Wilmington, DE 19809 From the North: Take I-95 south to exit #9 Marsh Road. At base of ramp is a traffic signal, turn left onto Marsh Rd. At first traffic signal, turn left again onto Carr Rd. Park entrance is 0.9 miles on the right. From the South: Take I-95 north to exit #9 Marsh Road. At base of exit ramp, turn left onto Carr Rd. Go straight through traffic signal. Park entrance is 0.9 miles on the right. -or- Take I-495 north to exit #4 Edgemoor. Bear right on ramp. At first intersection, turn right onto Edgemoor Rd. At 4th traffic signal (0.8 miles), turn right onto Marsh Rd. At 3rd traffic signal (1.3 miles), turn right onto Carr Rd. Park entrance is 0.9 miles on the right.Booking Window Product InfoFee Cancellation DescCancellation Policy A cancellation fee of $10 applies if cancellation occurs prior to 31 days before arrival date. Balance of payments will be refunded. A cancellation fee of a one-day camping fee is charged if cancellation is within 30 days of arrival date; the balance of payment received will be refunded. A cabin reservation carries a $35 cancellation fee; the balance of payment received will be refunded. A reservation at the Cottages at Indian River Marina carries a cancellation fee of one-half of the total rental fee. Early departures forfeit all balances. No refunds will be given unless Delaware State Parks or the reservation call center is notified of the cancellation. The park reserves the right to hold a campsite, cabin or yurt for no more than 24 hours after a customer's expected arrival date; after that time, the reservation will be cancelled. The park must receive notice of the late arrival to hold the reservation after the designated arrival time.