Cedar Swamp Wildlife Area is a state wildlife area with much of its acreage a transgressive brackish marsh. It is part of the Northeastern coastal forests ecoregion and is mainly popular with hunters and anglers.

The best location in Delaware to hear the elusive northern bobwhite quail, visitors can walk the roads to find a variety of birds in any season.  An accessible boat launch is available at Collins Beach inside of the wildlife area for launching your Delaware Bay adventure on the water.

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Cedar Swamp Wildlife Area is located in New Castle County, Delaware
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The Blackbird Creek Reserve is on the Delaware Bayshore Byway and includes trails, pavilion and a canoe/kayak launch.  You have plenty of adventure options, including hiking several miles of trails through uplands and along the marsh, launching your canoe or kayak, birding, as well as nature and wildlife photography.  

The trails and canoe/kayak launch are open to the public from dawn until dusk 7 days a week and free of charge. Please take note of posted signs during hunting seasons which may result in closure of some areas.

At the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve you can also experience a variety of programs and learn about volunteer opportunities for the community, teachers, students, and families. The Reserve also supports ongoing research and monitoring, field studies, citizen monitoring programs, and training opportunities for coastal decision makers.

Limited hunting is allowed on the Blackbird Creek Reserve by permits issued by the Division of Fish and Wildlife.

Blackbird Creek Reserve is located in New Castle County, Delaware
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