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Bellevue State Park

800 Carr Road
Wilmington, DE 19809

302-761-6963

About the ParkBellevue Hall commands a grand view of this historic estate, and its present form reflects alterations made by William du Pont, Jr. Mr. du Pont surrounded his home with the finest facilities: tennis courts, equestrian stables, gardens, and a picturesque pond, amid woodlands and fields overlooking the Delaware River. Mansion tours are offered periodically, detailing how Mr. du Pont transformed the mansion from a Gothic Revival castle into a replica of President James Madison's home, Montpelier. The park was acquired by the State of Delaware in 1976.Activities:BikingConcertsCross-Country SkiingCultural/Recreation/Nature ProgramsDay CampsDisc GolfFishingGardeningGeocachingHayrides (seasonal)HikingHistoric HomeToursHorseshoesHorseback RidingMeetings and Corporate EventsIce SkatingPicnickingPrivate PartiesSchool Group ProgramsSleddingSummer Day CampsTennisTrailsVolleyballWeddingsAmenities:ArboretumArts CenterBike TrailsConference RoomsDay Use Group FacilityDisc Golf CourseFirewoodFishingGarden Plot RentalsHiking TrailsHistoric SiteHorse TrailsHorseshoe PitsInterpretive ProgramsNature StorePavilionPlaygroundPicnic AreaPicnic PavilionRecreation Equipment RentalRestroomsSchool Group ProgramsTennis CenterWedding and Reception AreasWellspring Farm Equestrian CenterWheelchair AccessibleOutdoor RecreationA 1-and-1/8-mile fitness track circles a catch-and-release fishing pond stocked with bass, catfish, and sunfish, while the nearby exercise trail offers a refreshing workout. Hiking trails allow you to explore other parts of the estate. If you prefer cycling, both paved and unpaved paths lead you on a leisurely tour.Bellevue Tennis Center features eight clay courts and offers a number of tennis programs, both instructional and social, as well as tennis lessons and racquet-stringing. Bellevue is also home to Wellspring Farm, a modern equestrian facility with indoor and outdoor arenas offering private and group riding lessons, boarding and therapeutic riding.Nature PreserveBellevue Woods Nature Preserve - mixed hardwood forest, stream corridor with rock outcrops. This tract contains mature trees and helps protect a larger contiguous tract of mature woodlands. Provides a buffer to and protection for Stoney Creek. This Nature Preserve is a great example of a small piedmont forested stream corridor.Amenities: Loop Trail (pedestrian only), parking, bathrooms in park officeAcreage: 28 acres

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