Fort DuPont State Park Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:33 PM
- Tide
- 3.799 ft now
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Tide Conditions
Updated 4 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 8551762 — Delaware City · 0.8 mi from this ramp
Launch Light & Moon — June 23
local timeFirst Quarter (60% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Fort DuPont State Park
| Location | Delaware City, Delaware |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Delaware City Branch Channel |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.3/5 (97 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 39.573104, -75.581124 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | New Castle |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
| Phone | (302) 834-7941 |
Fort DuPont State Park is a public boat launch providing access to Delaware City Branch Channel in Delaware City, Delaware at coordinates 39.57310, -75.58112. Rated 4.3/5 based on 97 Google reviews.
Fort DuPont State Park is a public boat launch on Delaware City Branch Channel in Delaware City, New Castle County, Delaware. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows current NOAA tide readings, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat ramp near Delaware City • public launch in New Castle • fishing access on Delaware City Branch Channel • Delaware boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fort DuPont State Park
Is Fort DuPont State Park free to use?
Yes, Fort DuPont State Park is a public boat launch with free access in Delaware City, Delaware.
How is Fort DuPont State Park rated?
Fort DuPont State Park has a 4.3 out of 5 rating based on 97 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Fort DuPont State Park access?
Fort DuPont State Park provides boat launch access to Delaware City Branch Channel in Delaware City, Delaware.
How do I get to Fort DuPont State Park?
Fort DuPont State Park is located at coordinates 39.573104, -75.581124 in Delaware City, Delaware. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
6 additional boat launches are located within 5.8 mi of Fort DuPont State Park, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.