When you think of getting out on the water in Delaware, you might automatically think of Rehoboth Beach and its bustling boardwalk tracing the sandy shores. About an hour-long drive from Rehoboth Beach will take you to Trap Pond State Park and its expansive wetlands featuring the United States' northernmost natural bald cypress forest. These shadowy stands are the centerpiece of the reserve's 90-acre Trap Pond, which one visitor who explored on her watercraft said felt "like paddling through a swampy fairytale." While expected of these swampy habitats, there are no alligators, which can be a breather for those spooked by these critters. The park opens year-round for exploration at 8 a.m. and offers modern campgrounds and rustic cabins for anyone planning a multi-day adventure in this wilderness.