Lums Pond State Park

05/23/2026

Boat Rentals will be closed today (5/23) due to inclement weather. It will reopen tomorrow (5/24) at 10a.m.
We apologize for any inconvenience!

05/19/2026

Don't let the rain forecasted for this weekend get you down, join us in the nature center this Saturday at 10a.m. for a program with Fish and Wildlife Tick biologist! 🔍
Learn the methods they use to survey this nuisance species and what to look out for as you recreate outside this summer. ☀️
Pre-register by calling 302-368-6989.

05/12/2026

Lums Pond hosted their Spring Festival on this day 47 years ago, celebrating the opening of newly built recreation facilities! Lums was just becoming the park we know today having only been used as a state park since 1963. Join us in continuing that celebration from 5-7:30p.m. tonight. This free event will include fishing and dip-netting down by the pond, kids crafts, and giveaways! 🎣
Meet at the nature center in Area 5 where we will have extended hours for the event and it will be open with a special display of historical photos of the park and old news articles. We encourage guests to bring your own park photos and stories to share!
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05/08/2026

Join us for a program this weekend!
Saturday, May 9 - Research from the Field Series, 11a.m.- Nature center. Learn about kissing bug research being done in the park with the experts. Free program.
Sunday, May 10- Birding by Kayak, 9a.m.- Join us for a special birding trip out on the water! This guided tour is for beginner birders and will look for year-round residents as well as returning migrants like the Osprey! Registration required visit https://bit.ly/4wjBPQu

05/07/2026

Sweet news! 🍦
We’re excited to announce our new partnership with Bruster’s Ice Cream. Now serving up your favorite frozen treats right here in the park!
Catch the Bruster’s truck onsite most weekends from 12 PM – 5 PM (hours may vary with weather and special events). Just look for the Bruster’s sign and follow your sweet tooth 😄
Indulge in creamy ice cream, sundaes, and plenty of delicious treats. Perfect for a sunny day in the park!

05/06/2026

Join us at the Lums Pond State Park nature center on May 9th and May 23rd for an in-depth look at research being done in the parks with some of the experts!
On May 9, Dr. Jennifer Peterson, Assistant Professor of Medical Entomology at UD will teach about the Kissing bug.
On May 23 a tick biologist from Delaware Fish and Wildlife will be teaching program attendees about ticks.
Pre-Registration required for both events but the program is free with paid park entry. Register today by calling 302-368-6989.

Join us at the Lums Pond State Park nature center on May 9th and May 23rd for an in-depth look at research being done in the parks with some of the experts!

On May 9, Dr. Jennifer Peterson, Assistant Professor of Medical Entomology at UD will teach about the Kissing bug.

On May 23 a tick biologist from Delaware Fish and Wildlife will be teaching program attendees about ticks.

Pre-Registration required for both events but the program is free with paid park entry. Register today by calling 302-368-6989.

05/04/2026

🌳May the Forest be with you!🌳 We know it is only Monday but it is never to early to plan your trip to the park, and with views like this who could resist!
Visit destateparks.com/park/lums-pond/ for park amenities and upcoming programs.

05/01/2026

May is here and we have a program on just about everything from Birds to bugs to what lives in the pond, join us out in the park!🐦🐜🦞

04/29/2026

Boat Rental opens this weekend, May 2! 🚣‍♂️
May hours are Saturday and Sunday ONLY from 10a.m.-6p.m. with last rental at 5p.m. Starting Memorial Day (May 25) the Boat Rental will open 7 days a week for the summer. ☀

04/23/2026

The Lums Pond team has been very busy this winter and spring prepping for the start of summer! ☀
January and February brought us some of the biggest snowfalls in several years but nothing too tough for our team to handle. 🌨️
While the snow laid there for weeks upon weeks our maintenance team began prepping for spring. Mowers, tractors, small engine equipment, you name it! They were performing preventative maintenance and repairs to be ready to roll when it was time.
Once the snow FINALLY melted, they were back out there working on removing invasives, cutting back trails, cleaning up debris from storms and eventually starting to mow grass. The smell of cut grass has never smelled sweeter after the winter we had!🌾
Thank you maintenance team for all that you do!