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Lums Pond State Park
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Lums Pond State Park
1068 Howell School Road
Bear, Delaware 19701
Phone: 302-368-6989
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| Lums Pond State Park is built around the largest freshwater pond in Delaware. The park features excellent fishing, sports facilities, hiking trails and more on its 1790 acres on the north side of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal. Lums Pond itself covers 200 acres, and although there is no swimming allowed, boat rentals and fishing provide water-bound recreation in the summer months. A boat launching ramp and two piers allow easy access to the water.
Before the pond existed, St. Georges Creek flowed through the hardwood forest and was the site of several Native American hunting camps. The creek was dammed in the early 1800's when the C & D canal was built. Water from the pond was used to fill the locks of the canal and power a small mill. This area was first used as a state park in 1963. |
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the pond
lums pond is a great place to vist
Written by mark
28-Apr-2008
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Generally a disappointment.
They have extended the fee periods to get more money, but do not seem to be using it to maintain the park. The bathrooms, though plentiful are usually filthy and the picnic areas are in disrepair. There are just too many people in the park to enjoy it, especially if you are like me and want to have a little solitude of some sort. I have also found that the trails are not maintained well at all and there is no enforcement for keeping mountianbikers and horses off of the hiker only sections. Many of the trail markers are broken or unreadable and if a tree falls on the trail expect it to remain there for far too long.
Written by Wayneinator
1-Mar-2009
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Great Park
The lake the park is named for is absolutely beautiful. There are also free barbeques and boat rentals. If you choose a barbeque by the lake, there are plenty of trees and a decent amount of privacy. Camping is also great, although there is little cover if it rains.
Written by Anna
26-Mar-2009
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HORSEBACK RIDING AT LUMS POND STATE PARK IN DELAWARE-
Written by SUE
21-Apr-2009
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The park is in great need of dedicated volunteers that can help us with maintenance of trails,(reporting downed trees, unsafe conditions) the disc golf course, campground,Nature Center staffing,Park Watch, etc. Check out www.destateparks.com for information on volunteering.
Written by smokey
22-Apr-2009
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| Horseback Riding | |  | Old Forge Hill Farm - Street, MD
We are family owned and operated and offer a beautiful, relaxed family oriented atmosphere. Emphasizing personalized attention and individualized quality care for all, we are proud to say that our farm offers something for everyone.
Web Site: http://oldforgehillfarm.tripod.com/ |
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| History of the Area: |
| Before the pond existed, St. Georges Creek flowed through the hardwood forest and was the site of several Native American hunting camps. The creek was dammed in the early 1800's when the C & D canal was built. Water from the pond was used to fill the locks of the canal and power a small mill. This area was first used as a state park in 1963. |
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| B&Bs / Inns | | Elk Forge B&B Inn, Retreat and Day Spa - Located on five wooded acres, this historical colonial Manor House is your perfect romantic getaway. Elk Forge offers in-house spa services as well as access to a large selection of area activities. |
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419 Charlestown Plz
Charlestown, MD
(410) 287-8510
| Sandy Cove Ministry Conf Ctr
60 Sandy Cove Rd
North East, MD
(410) 287-5433
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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Slicer's Camping Trailers
4101 Old Capitol TRL
Wilmington, DE
(302) 994-9537
| Slicer L C Sporting Goods
4101 Old Capitol Trl
Marshallton, DE
(302) 994-9537
| Eastern Marine
931 S Chapel St
Newark, DE
(302) 737-6603
| Herb's Tackle Shop
203 S Main St
North East, MD
(410) 287-5490
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| | Area Resorts and Lodging | | Ashland Nature Ctr Lodge
3511 Barley Mill Rd
Hockessin, DE
(302) 239-2536
| Landis Lodge
2915 Newport Gap Pike
Wilmington, DE
(302) 998-5913
| Sheraton Suites Wilmington
422 Delaware Avenue
Wilmington, DE
(302) 654-6036
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