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Gordons Pond
4.8 ★★★★★ 408 Google reviews · Running trail in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Gordons Pond's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Calm beach, part of a state park, with trails for hiking and bird-watching, plus calmer water ideal for families.
What runners say about Gordons Pond
“Secluded state park with clean beaches and great trails and bike path, lookouts and scenic nature.”
“Secluded state park with clean beaches and great trails and bike path, lookouts and scenic nature.”
“Great beach with plenty of room , not crowded usually, and pets allowed.”
“Super easy trail, almost no elevation change.”
I love this part of Cape Henlopen! Wonderful walking or biking trail, lots of birds and a great beach. You might even see President Biden if you're lucky.
Secluded state park with clean beaches and great trails and bike path, lookouts and scenic nature. Entry fee: $5 for in state residents, $10 for out of towners
This beach was nice and not super crowded. It’s $15 to park during the week but with every penny. The beach itself isn’t rocky or shelly so walking around is pleasant. The sand is soft and overall, the beach was clean. The parking lot is large and there are also foot washing/ shower stations.
A wonderful place for a walk, run or bike ride. Several opportunities to take a swim in the ocean along the way as well!
Trail conditions & character
“The parking lot is large and there are also foot washing/ shower stations.”
“Dogs are allowed as long as they are on a 6’ leash at all times.”
“Secluded state park with clean beaches and great trails and bike path, lookouts and scenic nature.”
“Great beach with plenty of room , not crowded usually, and pets allowed.”
“The bathrooms are porta potties but it’s better than no bathroom at all.”
“There were also trails to walk and doggy water fountains!”
Plan your run at Gordons Pond
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitedestateparks.com
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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