2019 Map of Cape Henlopen

About this map

Cape Henlopen stands at the pivotal convergence of the Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, defining the maritime character of this coastal region on the Delmarva Peninsula. The settlement of Lewes serves as a historic hub for seafaring activity, anchored by the Lewes - Cape May Ferry which maintains the vital link across the bay to Cape May County, New Jersey. The waters surrounding the cape are defined by significant hazards and safe harbors, including the Harbor of Refuge, Breakwater Harbor, and shifting underwater features like Hen and Chickens Shoal and The Shears. Inland, the landscape transitions from the dunes of Sand Hill and Flat Sands toward the wetlands of Wolfe Glade and the residential growth near Rehoboth Beach. The map documents a sophisticated network of coastal roads such as Cape Henlopen Dr and Point Rd, reflecting the modern infrastructure required to navigate this dynamic shoreline.