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Gordon's Pond – Dunes lookout loop from Rehoboth Beach

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Gordon's Pond – Dunes lookout loop from Rehoboth Beach

Moderate

7

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Gordon's Pond – Dunes lookout loop from Rehoboth Beach

04:44

18.7km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

3.21 km

Gordon's Pond

Highlight • Lake

Gordon's Pond is a small reservoir located within Cape Henloen State Park. There is an official overlook platform from the southwestern banks that is a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

Tip by

2

3.43 km

View of the Salt Marsh (Gordons Pond Trail)

Highlight • Viewpoint

Bring your binoculars! The views out over the salt marsh from here make it a good spot to look for birds.

As you continue along Gordons Pond Trail from here, …

Tip by

3

5.98 km

Gordons Pond Trail Observation Deck

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Bring your binoculars! The views out over the salt marsh from here make it a good spot to look for birds. The boardwalks along the trail can get narrow sometimes, but they're all very walkable.

Tip by

4

7.75 km

Beach access

Highlight • Beach

This is a good access point to the beach, in case you want to relax for a while during the cycling tour.

Tip by

5

9.10 km

Dunes in the pine forest

Highlight • Natural

Sometimes sand, blown by the wind, forms small patches on the road. Watch out for this sand, if there is any, on bends.

Tip by

6

12.2 km

Dunes lookout

Highlight • Viewpoint

A magnificent observation point to enjoy the views of the dunes and the flora and fauna that grow on them.

Tip by

7

14.8 km

Gordons Pond Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

In this spot it's possible to admire the immense Gordon's Pond. A truly fascinating place!

Tip by

B

18.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.6 km

2.97 km

1.99 km

1.09 km

Surfaces

9.00 km

6.44 km

2.18 km

815 m

240 m

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Sunday 11 October

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