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Trap Pond State Park
State park · Laurel, Delaware
Wetland forest with cypress trees features a nature center, trails & a pond for boating & fishing.
What’s swimming here?
Fish recorded within 2 km: Eastern Mosquitofish, Northern Snakehead, Bluegill and 4 more species.
7 fish species in 15 public records within 2 km of Trap Pond State Park since 2000.
- Eastern Mosquitofish Gambusia holbrooki5 records · 2026
- 4 records · 2026
- 2 records · 2026
- Yellow Bullhead Ameiurus natalis1 record · 2026
- Pumpkinseed Lepomis gibbosus1 record · 2026
- Brown Bullhead Ameiurus nebulosus1 record · 2023
- 1 record · 2020
Non-native: the USGS Nonindigenous Aquatic Species database lists the species as introduced to the Nanticoke watershed.
Caught one? Make it a card.Snap your catch in Reelio and collect every species. Free on iPhone.Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (iNaturalist research-grade observations). Common names: USGS NAS. Non-native flags: USGS NAS. These are sightings and specimens people reported, not a survey: a fish missing from the list may still live here.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Trap Pond State Park?
- Trap Pond State Park is a state park in Laurel, Delaware.
- Can you swim at Trap Pond State Park?
- There is no fixed answer for Trap Pond State Park: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Trap Pond State Park in Laurel, Delaware. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
- How is Trap Pond State Park rated?
- Trap Pond State Park in Laurel, Delaware has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 1519 reviews.
- What amenities does Trap Pond State Park have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Trap Pond State Park include camping-nearby.
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- ›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
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