The Milford Neck Wildlife Area is located within the larger Milford Neck Conservation Area spanning 10,000 acres the central Bayshore region, . The area consists of shorebird nesting sites, fresh and tidal marshes, forests, undeveloped beaches and wildflower meadows.

Milford Neck is known as one of the most prolific birding areas in Delaware, providing a home for many species including warblers, rails, waterfowl, raptors, cuckoos, and other songbirds. You can observe thousands of migratory shorebirds, flocking here during the horseshoe crab spawning season. In addition to the variety of birds, eagle-eyed visitors may also spot reptiles and amphibians local to the area. 

Within the Milford Neck Wildlife Area, you are welcome to walk, hunt, fish, and boat in accordance with wildlife area regulations. Be mindful of other area users, especially during active hunting seasons, and research in the area, as Delaware continues to study factors like biodiversity, erosion, and salt marsh migration. Learn more on The Nature Conservancy of Delaware’s website.

Logistics:
 A Conservation Access Pass is required for any registered motor vehicle that’s used to access the site.

There are multiple parking locations throughout the wildlife area, including along Big Stone Beach Road, Stratham Lane and Greenhouse Road. Visit DNREC’s website to plan a trip to the best hunting and wildlife viewing locations.

Getting Here:
Intersection of Route 1 and Tub Mill Pond Road, Milford, DE 19963.

Turn east at Meding & Son Seafood (look for the large gold propeller) and park at the Penuel’s Tract parking lot on the left side.

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