This paved park is by the Brandywine Library. I walked on the wooded portion while it was slightly…read moreraining. It was very nice viewing cattails and other plants. It was a very peaceful walk. If you have a dog, there is a dog park. There is a playground here and picnic tables.

A small but multi-functional park next to Brandywine Hundred Library. There is a baseball field, a…read morelarge grassy area for soccor, a playground and a picnic area. I saw some trails as well. Don't know where they lead too, didn't bother to find out. From what I've seen on my trips to the library over the years it looks like the park is largely used by little leauges as there are several schools also in the area. Plenty of parking as well.

Beautiful estate-turned-park to add to the wonders of the Brandywine Valley!…read more If you like Gothic architecture, this manse will bring it, with a heavy Edwardian influence. According to wiki, the estate became a park in 1975, but didn't undergo real restoration until 1999, and has continued to have improvements done since then. They host various events here, including a camping night, to encourage Wilmingtonites to spend time outdoors, and the Delaware Shakespeare Company has a summer theater series on the lawn. There is an adjacent wedding venue, The Carriage House at Rockwood Park. There are jogging trails, and you can visit the historic houses on site, though I have yet to do that (due to COVID and having a toddler). There is also a small pond with fountain. Plenty to do if you want to meander and explore for a couple hours, though unless you're picnicking or just planning to lounge on the grass, you'll cover everything in 2h or less. Best part is, unlike DE state parks, Rockwood is completely FREE to the public. This is definitely worth a stop if you're visiting Wilmington, or if you're local and haven't been, GO! Great for kids!

We came on a free Sunday with family to enjoy the nice weather and learn a little history. Tickets…read moreare usually $10 to tour the museum. Even though it was a free day, both tour guides took time to introduce us to the house and answer any questions we had. It took us just shy of an hour to go through, but we could've spent longer if we had read every piece of material and took in every photo in the collection. The grounds and surrounding park were also beautiful and well maintained. There was ample free parking. A nice way to spend the day!

What a quiet, little oasis. A little off the beaten path, but close enough to the city to make you…read morefeel like you're in your own backyard. I thought I'd pop in for a nice walk since the weather was nice and it was a great way to reset! The park consists of many walking trails even hiking trails if you're feeling adventurous. It's clean and a great place to picnic or walk your dog. There are flowering trees and a vast array of daffodils throughout. I even found a man painting, easel and all! Very peaceful...a walk here will definitely calm your nerves after a long day!

Very pretty and neat park, very well maintained. Most of the trails are paved, thus not muddy. We…read morebrought our little dog along on a Sunday afternoon in February, and we all had a great time!

This park is very pretty in the fall. We took our dog there, and there were so many other dogs. It…read morewas mostly a pleasant walk. However, they do not separate pedestrian trails from regular roads, so there were always cars coming and going.

Sadly, I was only able to spend about 30 minutes in this incredibly beautiful city park located in…read morea swanky section of Wilmington. We drove around and saw the locals out and enjoying the beautiful vistas, the ballfields and getting exercise in. The topography consists of a large grassy meadow sloping upwards towards hills that overlook the Brandywine River. Here can be had many views of the city of Wilmington. Be careful. It's a really steep drop to the river. Thankfully, There are many trees planted there that would discourage those with intact brain cells from attempting a descent. History nerd moment 1: The park is on the National Historic Registry. History nerd moment 2: Rockford Tower was built as a water tower over 100 years ago. From what I hear if you climb those spiral stairs to the top there are some of the best views of the city. History nerd moment 3: A few examples of statuary that were well cared for and well preserved. Of particular note was a statue of Samuel DuPont in civil war military attire at the Tower Road entrance very close to the famous Tower Hill school. Wonder why Dupont got such an illustrious statue when Bancroft donated 59 acres of his property and Dupont had to be convinced by Bancroft to donate 9 acres? There must be a statue of William Bancroft in the park somewhere. I'm going back soon to find it.

Attended the Bellevue concert summer series. Most performances are on Thursday nights or Sunday…read morenights. Parking within the park was easy as there were people guiding us where to go. Although it was very crowded, there was plenty of room for everyone so it didn't feel overly crowded. There were food trucks and beer tents set up for patrons! A 50/50 was also going on! A really great night in the park!

A beautiful park in Delaware. I have yet to see see horses here, but I do see a horse in there yelp…read morepicture. The park is very big and there are lots of trails. It's also very beautiful and has lots of green. The only thing I'm not a fan of is that I currently do live in Delaware, but my license plate is from out of State so I still have to pay out-of-state license fee for the parking. Maybe they will soon change it so that they will take bills as proof of Delaware resident as well.

This space is so charming. Front and center to the Brandywine River and the Brandywine Zoo. It…read moreoffers picnic tables and a couple pavilions. Ducks and geese are always plentiful. During the spring the cherry blossoms are spectacular! Free parking too, btw.

This is a nice state park that sits in the middle of Wilmington! It offers a variety things to…read moreenjoy. On my visit while traveling, I saw people cooling off in the water, a picnic, walkers and runners, zoo goers, admirers of beauty in the rose garden, and more. It's nice to have such a great green space within an urban area. As a walker, it has nice paths that made it convenient to get my steps in while also seeing what Delaware has to offer!

If you're looking for an easy trail 11 miles (flat) each way riding your bike ,walking, or running…read more, the Georgetown-Lewes trail is less crowded , and more conducive to riding . The trail extends between two towns, and follows a former railroad bed with plenty of trees for shade and benches for rest breaks. Not as crowded as Gordon's pond trail! We rode the trail on bikes and parked for free at , Stephen T. Hudson Park , In Milton/Coolspring area. If your looking for a close landmark for GPS location to Stephen T. Hudson Park , its by the " Brimming Horn Meadery " in Milton. The park is basically a parking lot, rest area, and connects you to the Georgetown/Lewes trail. You're basically riding through lots of neighborhoods whose back yards back up to the trail and the home owners take pride in welcoming bike riders. Be on the look out for the backyard of dressed mannequins, pet memorial placing dog collars on fence , memorial to Jimmy Buffett, flamingos and interesting yard decor ! We stopped at Nassau bridge to "Old World Breads" (awesome bakery) , and "Dog Pirate Brewery."

This park is adorable & not just for children. A lot of perks to it for all ages & groups. This…read moreplace has its own parking lot. Plenty of benches, an adult size picnic table, 2 adorable kid/adult & child Picnic tables & chairs. The best part about this part in my opinion is the whole park is in the SHADE!!!! There is also a nice gazebo at this playground which is also off to the side from the actual play area. The only 2 down falls I would say is no bathroom or trash cans to my knowledge but not bad enough to give it any less stars.

If you're exploring Brandywine country, as a tourist, a neighbor, or area local in need of a rest…read morebetween DuPont mansions, THIS is a GREAT stop 100% free! This little park is just over an acre, but for the size of a backyard, you get shade trees, a playground, free parking, and somewhere to sit in nature. Weather permitting, this spot allows for a quick bite (picnic, cheap grocery store snack, takeout from nearby Montrachet or Buckley's), for kids and pets to stretch their legs, and maybe even a rest on your blanket in the shade. It's a bit hidden; I've personally driven past it at least four times, but today I finally found it! Check the map and you'll be able to suss it out!

Brandywine Creek State Park is always well-maintained and there are plenty of resources online to…read morehelp map out a day in the park. I like to do hikes closest to the nature center because it's a great meeting point. None of the hikes in the park are very long, but there are plenty of trails on all trails that help you to link existing trails together! This time of year is the best for hiking because it's still pretty cool and everything is green and lush!

November 8, 2025 - Beautiful park. About a 2 mile paved walking trail. There are also natural…read moretrails off of the paved trail some go along the water. It had rained the night before so the trails were a little muddy and the wet leaves made things slippery so I stuck to the paved trail. One trailhead has restrooms and picnic tables. They allow bow and arrow deer hunting season but it is clearly marked. A family of deer crossed my path right in front of me. You can see one deer jumping across the path in one picture. The mom and baby crossed in front of me and I could hear rustling in the woods so I waited patiently for the dad to appear. Very peaceful. When the trails are not muddy, make sure you explore off on them. This is part of the Delaware Greenway system - make sure you check out all the other paths.