While our beaches here in the First State are world-famous, sometimes it’s hard to get down to the coast on a hot day when you just need to cool off. However, if you head over to Lake Como in Delaware, you can splash, swim and paddle in one of the state’s only swimmable lakes.

For generations, families have been coming to Smyrna's beautiful Lake Como.
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It is one of the best lakes in Delaware and a great place to relax and swim in the summer sun.
The Lake and Recreation Area opens every year on Memorial Day weekend, and it's one of the only public swimming lakes in Delaware!
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If you want to enjoy a relaxing holiday or other weekend getaway, this is the place!
The lake has a swimming area, beach, a paddleboat, playground, picnic tables, and pavilions.
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There is also a boat launch area with rentals and it's also a popular fishing spot.
The beach area offers a pristine spot to lay out on sand and wade under lifeguard supervision.
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Lake Como's swimming beach is open seven days a week through Labor Day.
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If you are into real active recreational activities, you'll find that kayaking, canoeing,...
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... and even paddleboarding are popular with lake visitors all summer long!
We just can't say enough about beautiful Lake Como!
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It's a wonderful spot that has been a Smyrna and overall Delaware favorite for years.

Admission to the lake is free. Boaters are subject to a wake speed restriction and boating licenses must be obtained from the Smyrna Police Department on Glenwood Avenue between School Lane and New Street. This is one of those ultra-fun family experiences that nobody’s going to forget any time soon! For more information, visit the Town of Smyrna website.

Have you ever been to Lake Como in Delaware? If so, what was your favorite part? Would you agree that these are among the best lakes in Delaware? We’d love to read about your experience in the comments section below!

If you might want to camp in the area and you have your own RV, here are some great RV tips for your next adventure! If you are new to the RV game, you can learn about renting one by visiting RVShare.

After a long day of swimming, head to This Restaurant Way Out In The Delaware Countryside That Has The Best Doggone Food You’ve Tried In Ages to dine at Smyrna’s signature Boondocks Restaurant & Package Store.

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Where are some other facts about Smyrna?  

  • Smyrna is a small town located in both Kent and New Castle counties and is regarded as one of the best places to visit and live in Delaware.
  • It is thought to be one of the state’s most haunted towns where spirits visit spots like Belmont Hall, the Smyrna Museum, and Woodland Beach, just to name a few.
  • There are a lot of things to do in the area like strolling the historic downtown area, enjoying its restaurants and breweries, and engaging in recreational activities.

Read on to learn about some other facts about Smyrna.

Where can we find beaches in Delaware?  

  • Woodland Beach is a popular spot for enjoying the sunrise and sunset in addition to fishing – all from the pier. 
  • Pickering Beach is where people go to gather horseshoe crabs and sea glass.
  • Kitts Hummock features a great deal of wildlife and is popular with bird watchers.

Read on to learn about some of the other beautiful beaches in Delaware.

Where can we find historic homes in Delaware?

  • The Winterthur Museum, Garden, & Library in Wilmington is where you’ll find a historic DuPont mansion dating back to 1837, a forest trail, and an impressive art collection,
  • The Lewes Maritime Museum at the Cannonball House in Lewes is set in a historic home that dates back to the 1760s and shares the history of the town’s rich nautical history.
  • The Amstel House Museum in New Castle is one of the oldest buildings in town dating back to the 1730s and still contains some of its original features.

Read on to learn about some of the many other amazing historic homes in Delaware.

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