2014 Map of Cape Henlopen

About this map

Cape Henlopen stands at the critical junction where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean, a landscape shaped by shifting sands and maritime defense. The historic town of Lewes occupies the southwestern corner of the peninsula, adjacent to the extensive wetlands of Wolfe Glade and Rehoboth Flats. The maritime infrastructure of the early 21st century is prominently displayed, featuring the protected waters of Breakwater Harbor and the Harbor of Refuge, which provide shelter from the open sea. A line of coastal watchtowers, including Tower Number Eight and Tower Number Five, trace the shoreline, serving as enduring landmarks of mid-century coastal defense. The map also delineates the complex underwater topography of the region, from the shallow Hen and Chickens Shoal to the deep-water Intracoastal Waterway, while the Cape May-Lewes Fry route maintains the vital connection across the bay.