National parks near Delaware
There is no national park inside Delaware, but 10 sit within reach. The closest is Shenandoah National Park, about 4 hr 16 min from the middle of the state.
Closest national parks
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shenandoah National Park | 161 mi (259 km) | 4 hr 16 min | Best as a weekend |
| New River Gorge National Park | 311 mi (500 km) | 7 hr 48 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Cuyahoga Valley National Park | 338 mi (544 km) | 8 hr 27 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Thousand Islands National Park | 340 mi (548 km) | 8 hr 30 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Rouge National Park | 363 mi (585 km) | 9 hr 3 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Point Pelee National Park | 403 mi (649 km) | 10 hr | Worth a longer road trip |
| Georgian Bay Islands National Park | 436 mi (701 km) | 10 hr 46 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Congaree National Park | 485 mi (781 km) | 11 hr 56 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Bruce Peninsula National Park | 505 mi (813 km) | 12 hr 25 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Acadia National Park | 509 mi (819 km) | 12 hr 30 min | Worth a longer road trip |
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Common questions
Does Delaware have a national park?
No. The nearest national parks are Shenandoah National Park, New River Gorge National Park, and Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
What is the closest national park to Delaware?
Shenandoah National Park, roughly 161 mi (259 km) out and about 4 hr 16 min of driving from the centre of Delaware.