Killens Pond State Park

5025 Killens Pond Rd, Felton, DE 19943

A 66-acre pond at the center of the park plus a full-on water park with two speed slides, two spiral slides, a leisure pool, and a tot lot — one of the few combined state park / water park setups on the East Coast. Paddlesport rentals on the pond and the Pondside Loop Trail make it a solid inland-DE day.

Ideal for a beach walk.

82°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 82. Northeast wind around 5 mph.

Tonight

Clear, with a low around 57. South wind 0 to 5 mph.

Weather

  • 82°F air — ideal beach weather
  • Sunny skies — clear conditions
85 /100
ideal
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
80 Photo

Best for walking today

Air Temp
82°F
Clear
Wind
5 mph
NE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Sunny
Water Temp
Sunrise
5:37 AM
Sunset
8:23 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-day chart →
Time Type Height
6:34 AM Low 0.4 ft
12:07 PM High 4.2 ft
6:15 PM Low 0.6 ft
Today Jun 3
82°

Sunny

0%
85
Thu Jun 4
87°

Sunny

0%
85
Fri Jun 5
91°

Sunny

0%
75
Sat Jun 6
93°

Sunny

2%
75
Sun Jun 7
88°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

43%
38
Mon Jun 8
71°

Slight Chance Rain Showers

24%
63
Tue Jun 9
74°

Slight Chance Rain Showers

19%
79
  • critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Parking

State park lot.

Dogs

Leashed dogs permitted in most areas; not at the water park.

Entry Fee

$5/vehicle DE, $10/vehicle out-of-state (park); water park $12 or under per person (sessions 9:30 AM–1:30 PM and 2–6 PM)

Address

5025 Killens Pond Rd, Felton, DE 19943

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Is Killens Pond State Park dog-friendly?

Leashed dogs permitted in most areas; not at the water park.

Is there an entry fee at Killens Pond State Park?

$5/vehicle DE, $10/vehicle out-of-state (park); water park $12 or under per person (sessions 9:30 AM–1:30 PM and 2–6 PM)

Are there lifeguards at Killens Pond State Park?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Killens Pond State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Killens Pond State Park?

Amenities at Killens Pond State Park include water park, lifeguards, pond, paddlesport rentals, nature center, trails, camping.

When is the water warmest at Killens Pond State Park?

Inland lakes peak in July and August at 75-80°F and hold warmth longer than tidal beaches. Swimming comfortable from mid-June through September.

Where is Killens Pond State Park located?

Killens Pond State Park is in Kent County, DE, at 5025 Killens Pond Rd, Felton, DE 19943.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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