You can bike or walk from Lewes to Rehoboth Beach without ever getting onto Route 1!

I don’t know about you, but riding my bike on the shoulder of Route 1, dodging the cars and buses and motorcycles is not my idea of fun. But, cycling the beautiful, shaded Junction & Breakwater Trail is great exercise and relaxing at the same time.

“The Junction & Breakwater Trail lies between the resort towns of Lewes and Rehoboth Beach on the western edge of Cape Henlopen State Park. It is Delaware’s third and longest rail-trail in the state and one of the most important economic and fitness boosts for eastern Sussex County in this young 21st century.” Read More!

Tonight I’m meeting a friend at the Lewes end to walk to Rehoboth Beach and back again. Maybe we’ll run into you along the way?

Spend an old-fashioned 4th of July weekend in Lewes, Delaware. Check the full calendar at this Events Page.

Join the locals tonight for “First Thursday” on Second Street between 6 and 8 pm. The shops are open late and there’s entertainment in the street. I’ll be there looking for something special to wear this weekend, will you?

On Saturday, don’t miss the Historic Lewes Farmers Market on 3rd and Shipcarpenter Streets. You can find everything from great vegetables, fresh cut flowers, locally grown lamb and fresh local eggs. This is a must for good food and camaraderie.

Then, also on Saturday, head down the street and enjoy the annual Sidewalk Art and Artisans Show at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church and surrounding streets.

On Sunday, JULY 4th, enjoy the games along 2nd Street for kids of all ages and the Boat Parade on the Lewes Canal around 2 pm. End the day with the “Doo-Dah Parade”, a one-of-a-kind event not to be  missed.

Of course, Lewes Beach is a great place to relax with the family – the weather forecast is Sunny and warm! Happy 4th of July!