Stroller-friendly outings in New Castle County
A boardwalk loop or a paved garden path can make getting out with a stroller much easier. These are the outings we'd start with around New Castle County; choose your route rather than assuming every path is smooth. Facts come from each place's page.
1. DuPont Environmental Education Center
Wilmington
A free, quarter-mile accessible pond loop into the marsh at the end of the Riverwalk — our pick for a short outing.
2. Longwood Gardens
Kennett Square
Most garden paths are wide and paved. Follow the accessible route on Longwood's map; meadow trails and some historic features are a different proposition.
3. Brandywine Park
Wilmington
Flat creekside paths in the middle of the city — stroller-easy, with a playground and the zoo to add.
4. Delaware Art Museum
Wilmington
Accessible galleries and a paved sculpture-garden path — an easy indoor/outdoor pairing. The route to the Labyrinth has accessibility limits.
5. Bellevue State Park
Wilmington
The paved Northern Delaware Greenway runs through the park, and the 1.2-mile crushed-stone track loop suits a jogging stroller.
6. Wilmington Riverfront
Wilmington
A riverwalk with places to pause and the Children's Museum along the route. Mini golf and its ice-cream shack are seasonal extras; confirm opening days before promising them.
Questions parents ask
What's an easy stroller outing in New Castle County?
We'd start with the DuPont Environmental Education Center's free, quarter-mile accessible pond loop into the marsh. Longwood's mapped accessible paths are another option; most garden paths are wide and paved.
Are these good for nap schedules?
Choose a short loop and turn back before everyone is tired. Longwood is a large garden, so allow time to return to the entrance rather than assuming the car is close.
Get the good ones before they fill up
One countywide shortlist every Friday morning, with ages, cost and logistics on each pick. Free.
More guides
Checked against each place’s current info.
Admission and hours come straight from each place’s guide. Last reviewed October 23, 2026. Confirm anything dated on the source before you go.