Through The Pavilion at Trap Pond State Park Delaware
by Pamela Hyde Wilson
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Through The Pavilion at Trap Pond State Park Delaware
Artist
Pamela Hyde Wilson
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Photograph - Digital Photography
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Freshwater wetlands once covered a large portion of southwestern Sussex County. Trap Pond State Park retains a part of the swamp's original beauty and mystery, and features the northernmost natural stand of bald cypress trees in the United States. The pond was created in the late 1700s to power a sawmill during the harvest of large bald cypress from the area. The Federal Government later purchased the pond and surrounding farmland during the 1930's and the Civilian Conservation Corps began to develop the area for recreation. Trap Pond became one of Delaware's first state parks in 1951. The Trap Pond State Park oversees 2,685 acres of land that offers recreational opportunities to the public. A visit to the wetlands of Trap Pond State Park treats each guest to a wonderland of spectacular beauty.
Hiking trails surround the pond, providing opportunities to glimpse native animal species and many flowering plants. Birdwatching is a popular activity. The wonders of southern woodlands along the 4.9-mile Boundary Trail skirts the park's 90-acre pond. The Bald cypress Nature Center features a variety of displays and programs. Picnic areas overlook the pond with three pavilions. Volleyball courts and horseshoe pits encourage active competition among friends, and children enjoy the playgrounds.
There are 142 campsites on the pond's northern shore. 130 of the sites are equipped with water and electric hookups. Tents and recreational vehicles can both be accommodated beneath the tall pines with two primitive camping areas. There are also yurts available at the park. Yurts are round stationary structures with canvas walls that feature: a single and double bed bunked together, a double bed size futon, outdoor seating area, and outdoor deck. Yurts are a fun and easy alternative to pitching a tent, but still allow the rustic feel of camping outdoors. Trap Pond also offers Camping Cabins.
Boating among the bald cypress is a favorite pastime at the park. Rowboats, pedal boats, canoes and kayaks can be rented during the summer season, and the park interpreter hosts narrated pontoon boat tours on weekends and holidays, from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. A boat launching ramp can accommodate small motorized boats for fishing or scenic excursions. Anglers on the water or shore may land large mouth bass, pickerel, crappie, and bluegills. One of the streams that flows out of Trap Pond has been marked as a wilderness canoe trail for those who wish to explore the swamp's interior.
...Information from Delaware State Park Web Site.
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April 2nd, 2012
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