Broadkill Beach

Bay Access Point

Broadkill Beach is a quiet, unincorporated community tucked along the Delaware Bay, just north of where the Broadkill River meets the sea. Though technically on the bay rather than the Delaware River proper, its location offers a unique blend of tidal rhythms and coastal charm. Known for its wide, replenished shoreline and protective dunes—enhanced by a major restoration project in 2016—the beach remains a peaceful alternative to Delaware’s busier resort towns. With limited public parking and no commercial boardwalk, Broadkill Beach draws those seeking solitude, nature, and a slower pace. It’s a sanctuary for horseshoe crabs and migratory birds, bordered by the Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge to the west and Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve to the south. Whether you're kayaking calm waters, surf fishing, or watching the sun rise over the bay, Broadkill Beach feels like a well-kept coastal secret.

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