Just before New Year, I was thrilled to be able to get away from the city for a few days and visit beautiful Cape Henlopen State Park in Delaware. Only about two and a half hours from my front door in Washington DC, Cape Henlopen felt a world away. Built on the ruins of Fort Miles, a World War II fort which protected the Delaware Bay (and Wilmington and Philadelphia along with it), many of the buildings and watchtowers still remain intact in the park today. Beyond that, there are beautiful long beaches which provide plenty of space to stretch out and enjoy all the recreational opportunities the area has to offer. I particularly liked the Fishing Pier which provided a view to the west and the setting sun. The park was quiet when I was there and I got to enjoy some of the wildlife in the area, from deer to horsehoe crabs. Cape Henlopen was a wonderful escape from the city and felt like a breath of fresh air after so many months. I hope you enjoy these photos from this beautiful Delaware state park.

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Cape Henlopen Pier at Dusk

Sunset from the Fishing Pier

The Sun Sets on the Atlantic Ocean

Horseshoe Crabs Are Always So Prehistoric Looking

Curious Deer Near the Pier

Seagulls on the Sea

This Sunset was Simply Stunning

Dusk Near the Fishing Pier

East Breakwater Lighthouse

Reflections in the Surf

Old World War II Watchtower

Guardian of the Sky

East Breakwater Light

Crossing the Dunes

Big Gun from Fort Miles, the WWII Fort on which the State Park now sits

Pale Dusk Colors on the Cape

The Last Full Moon of 2020

The Last Full Moon of 2020

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