Silver Lake

In Rehoboth, Sussex County, Delaware, Silver Lake is one of a pair of freshwater lakes that also includes Lake Comegys. The two lakes, which are today used as a bird sanctuary, were created as the glaciers retreated. Both lakes were created by drainage from the Wisconsin glacier while it was retreating near the end of the previous ice age. One of the lakes created by this procedure was Silver Lake.

The bigger of the two bodies is Silver Lake. Early in the 19th century, a nearby tannery's pollution blocked up a further end of Silver Lake, isolating the new body of water, and creating the smaller Lake Comegys in its place. Both lakes are thought to be the nearest freshwater lakes to the Atlantic Ocean in the United States due to their proximity to the surrounding Atlantic Ocean. They are also Delaware's only two undeveloped freshwater lakes. Silver Lake was utilized by passing ships to resupply their supply of fresh water during the age of sail.

Fish of many different species, including carp, largemouth bass, crappie, white perch, and striped bass, can be found at Silver Lake. Fishing in the lake requires a permit, which is available from the City of Dover Parks and Recreation Department. A beach and a boat ramp are also present at the lake. Overall, if you are visiting Dover, it is a beautiful area to spend some time in.

Location: Rehoboth, Sussex County, Delaware