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Gordons Pond Beach

Park · Lewes, Delaware

Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 60°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temp 60°F (16°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy LWSD1 (3.5 mi away), as of Oct 20, 6:18 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 60°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy LWSD1, as of Oct 20, 6:18 AM UTC

No official beach-advisory feed for Delaware yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

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It’s 60°F at Gordons Pond Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool todaycamping-nearbyPublic restroomWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Editor's Notes
A park in Lewes, Delaware. Visitors come for hiking and picnicking; restrooms on site. It is wheelchair-accessible and kid-friendly.

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Weather at Gordons Pond Beach

58°F, Clear · H 62° / L 56° · 5% chance of rain
H: 62° L: 56°
Clear
Clear
58°
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Feels like 46°
Precipitation
5%
Humidity
65%
Wind
20 mph
UV Index
0
Weather notes:
🏄Good for surfing/sailing
12 AM
Clear
58°
3 AM
Clear
58°
6 AM
Clear
57°
9 AM
Sunny
56°
12 PM
Sunny
61°
3 PM
Sunny
62°
6 PM
Sunny
61°
9 PM
Clear
61°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Gordons Pond Beach?
Gordons Pond Beach is a park in Lewes, Delaware.
What is the water temperature at Gordons Pond Beach?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Gordons Pond Beach in Lewes, Delaware is 60°F (16°C), measured by NOAA buoy LWSD1, 3.5 miles away.
Can you swim at Gordons Pond Beach?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 60°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Gordons Pond Beach rated?
Gordons Pond Beach in Lewes, Delaware has an average visitor rating of 4.9 out of 5, based on 23 reviews.
What amenities does Gordons Pond Beach have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Gordons Pond Beach include camping-nearby.

Location & Contact

9298 Ocean Dr, Lewes, DE 19958

Lewes, Delaware 19958

💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

Features & amenities

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

⛺ Camping nearby🚻 Public restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Kid-friendly hikes
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