Killens Pond State Park

Named for its centerpiece, the 66-acre Killens Pond, this state park features a waterpark, various watercraft rentals and the popular Pondside Loop Trail. The Lenape people once lived here, and the pond was created when the Murderkill River was dammed to power grist and sawmills. It is now home to a variety of fish, including bass, crappie and sunfish. The new state-of-the art elevated boardwalk allows pedestrians and bikers a safe passage along Killens Pond Road while benches and bump outs allow for wildlife watching and fishing. Kayakers and boaters can launch from the boat launch at the far end of the walkway. The waterpark features four tall slides, a main pool and baby pool, and a tot lot. The campground provides a reprieve in the woods and Delaware’s State tree, the American Holly, is plentiful. Visitors to the park’s nature center can see live animal exhibits that feature native reptiles and amphibians. The Pileated Woodpecker, Prothonotary Warbler and Barred Owl can often be heard in the woods at the park.

GROUP VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Is your organization looking to make an impact through volunteering? Does your Scout Program need to fulfill service hours? Let us help plan your team’s service project! From as few as 5 to as many as hundreds, volunteer groups can make a big impact in our parks.

DE State Parks offer a variety of flexible volunteer opportunities that can meet your groups needs and interests including:

• Trail Maintenance
• Conservation Projects
• Adopt-a-Trail
• Facility and Historical Site Maintenance
• Invasive Plant Removal
• Litter Pick-ups

PLEASE EMAIL zoe.mast@delaware.gov TO EXPLORE PARK OPTIONS THAT FIT YOUR ORGANIZATION’S NEEDS!