August 15th, 2013
Delaware Seashore State Park, Indian River Marina, The Cottages, Hammerheads Dockside, Hook’em & Cook’em, Delaware Center for the Inland Bays, Delaware Beaches, Southern Delaware
Another gorgeous day at the Delaware Beaches. I know it is August but it feels like September. The next time you are driving north or south on Coastal Highway by the new Indian River Bridge, make a point to stop by and check it out. You might end up staying, playing and dining. On a beautiful day, the Delaware Seashore State Park shows it all off!!
The Indian River Marina is on the north side of the Indian River Inlet, on 3945 Inlet Rd. With all the construction that has been going on, it can get a little confusing, but it is worth stopping by.
As you drive on Inlet Rd. you will see on the left the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays. There are 3 shallow bays: Rehoboth Bay, Indian River Bay, and Little Assawoman Bay. The Delaware Center for the Inland Bays is responsible for habitat restoration, science and research and also community outreach. For more information and to check the schedule of events, please visit http://www.inlandbays.org.
Plenty of parking at the Indian River Marina. Charters and fishing trips are arranged here, as well.
Hook’em & Cook’em is a full service Bait & Tackle Shop. Check them out at http://www.hookemcookemoutfitters.com. Tel. 302-226-8220.
A great service is the cleaning of your catch!!
They also sell fresh seafood…the catch of the day; sandwiches and soups. They have a freezer with frozen seafood, as well.
The newest member is Hammerheads Dockside. They are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You might want to stop by for a drink and watch the sunset.
I have not had the opportunity to try them but just driving by a couple of times tells me that it has been very well received.
On week-ends you may want to catch a ride on the Jolly Trolley from Hammerheads in Dewey Beach to Hammerheads Dockside and back. More info? Call 302-227-7325.
The outdoors is the playground at the Delaware Beaches and it is great to see people fishing, relaxing and enjoying the beautiful scenery at the waters edge.
The Cottages are adjacent to the Indian River Marina. They are so cute and have fantastic views of the Indian River Bay. Each cottage sleeps 6. All you have to do is bring the linens, towels, and your telephones.
You may also want to bring your beach chairs or any of those other summer essentials. They have all the conveniences like satellite t.v., heating and air conditioning, washer and dryer, fully furnished screened porches. Parking is just next to the cottages.
The porches offer a view to the Indian River and your own path to the water. If you love to cook outdoors, there is an area for barbecuing, with a picnic table.
The rates depend of the seasons: Peak Season, Shoulder Season and Off Season. For more info., please visit http://www.destateparks.com/camping/cottages/index.asp. Tel. 302-227-3071.
Check The Cottages….reasonable rates!!
Left or right at the Indian River Marina…it’s all there!! Have a great Day!!
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Hamerheads Dockside is great!! There Orange Crushes are delicious! Made with fresh oranges!
Thanks for sharing Glo..
Really enjoyed browsing your blog. I grew up out east but now live in the Midwest, so I only get to Rehoboth about every other year. This is an off year and I’m really missing being there, but your blog made me feel a little bit closer to the sea and sand! Appreciate all the work you put into it.
Thanks so much. It has been crazy weather this summer at the beach. Maybe the second season will be better. It is my favorite.
Thanks for the great blog about the park. That was my Brother’s project as an engineer with the State. Very proud of his work!!
You should be proud because it does look beautiful and everyone was certainly enjoying it.