Best For: Birding, Stream Access, Fishing, Historical Auburn Heights, and Marshall Steam Museum
Learn about Yorklyn's rich industrial history at Delaware's newest state park. Nestled along the Red Clay Creek and home to the world’s largest operating collection of Stanley Steamer cars, Auburn Valley State Park highlights the area’s rich industrial history.
Why families love it
Unique architecture abounds, from the Marshall Mansion to rare 19th-century bridges to the historic bank barn of the Oversee Farm. Hike and bike by wetlands, forest, historical bridges, an 18th-century mansion, and more!
Park Features
- Hiking/Biking Trails:
- Farm Lane: Paved, 1.3 miles, moderate difficulty
- Oversee Farm Trail: 1.2 miles, packed earth, moderate difficulty
- The Yorklyn Bridge Trail: .7 miles, Easy, packed earth
- Trolley Trail: .5 miles, crushed stone, easy
- 🌧 Historical Architecture:
- Marshall Mansion: This 18th-century mansion contains the family’s antique furnishings. The museum offers a step-back-in-time experience during tours, events, and private functions.
- Marshall Steam Museum: The Marshall Steam Museum at Auburn Heights offers visitors the opportunity to step back in time and experience life at the dawn of the automotive age.
- 🦅 Birding & Nature Exploration
- 🎣 Fish the Red Clay Creek
- Biking & Hiking
- Programs: Nature Programs, School Groups
Parent Perks
- Girl Scout Badges: Inventor (Brownies), Automotive Engineer badge series (Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors)
- 🌧 Rainy day alternative
- Beautiful backdrop for photos or picnics
Good to Know
- State Park Entrance and Parking Fees (March 1 - November 30)
- Lots of family-friendly activities, classes, and summer programs
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