Alapocas Run and Wilmington State Parks

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Alapocas Run and Wilmington State Parks Alapocas Run - named a "Best Day Hike Near Philadelphia" by the Appalachian Mountain Club The Blue Ball Barn is open 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Wilmington State Parks
Experience nature and recreation in the heart of the city through Wilmington State Parks, an urban retreat along the Brandywine River that has fostered family memories and traditions for generations. Alapocas Run State Park
Surrounded by development and the remnants of industry, Alapocas Run State Park preserves mature woodlands, traces of an industrial past, and the cultural significance of an earlier era. daily from March to November and weekdays only December through February.

10/30/2026

Something we can all agree on is we love our Delaware State Parks. In honor of our 75th anniversary, November 3 will be a free day in all Delaware State Parks. Disconnect from the world and reconnect with the outdoors at Alapocas Run State Park and Wilmington State Parks 🌳

For the Winter Season, please note our updated operating hours, effective November 1 through February 28.🏢 Wilmington St...
10/27/2026

For the Winter Season, please note our updated operating hours, effective November 1 through February 28.

🏢 Wilmington State Parks Office Hours
Tuesday–Friday | 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Blue Ball Barn Building and Office Hours
Wednesday-Saturday| 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

🌲 Park Hours
Daily | 8:00 AM–Sunset

On display now at the Blue Ball Barn! “From Our State Parks” is a series of paintings by Earl Abbott depicting scenes of...
10/13/2026

On display now at the Blue Ball Barn! “From Our State Parks” is a series of paintings by Earl Abbott depicting scenes of Delaware State Parks throughout the seasons.

Check out these free art programs with Auburn Valley State Park and Bellevue State Park!
10/01/2026

Check out these free art programs with Auburn Valley State Park and Bellevue State Park!

Join local artist and park staff for our FREE nature journaling programs at Bellevue and Auburn Valley State Parks!

To register, please email [email protected] with the date(s) and time(s) you're interested in attending.

For details on specific programs, please visit the links below:

🐦 Birds at Bellevue: https://www.destateparks.com/programs/nature-journaling-birds-at-bellevue3/

🍂 Falling Leaves: https://www.destateparks.com/programs/nature-journaling-falling-leaves-at-auburn-valley1/

🌻 Fall Flowers: https://www.destateparks.com/programs/nature-journaling-fall-flowers-at-auburn-valley2/

🐢 Animal Structures: https://www.destateparks.com/programs/nature-journaling-animal-structures-at-the-arts-center4/

This program is supported, in part, by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts.

Attention Brandywine Park users!Please note and plan accordingly. Upcoming court repairs and resurfacing:Rodney Street t...
09/29/2026

Attention Brandywine Park users!

Please note and plan accordingly. Upcoming court repairs and resurfacing:

Rodney Street tennis courts: Wednesday 10/7 – Monday 10/12
18th Street basketball court: Monday 10/12 – Friday 10/16
Lovering tennis court: Monday 10/12 – Friday 10/16

Please respect the closure signs and give the work crew space.
Any questions can be directed to the park office at 302.577.7020.

Address

1914 W Park Drive
Wilmington, DE
19803

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm
Sunday 8am - 4pm

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+13025771164

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