AMERICA, ONE BEAUTIFUL ROAD AT A TIME

Delaware Bayshore Byway

Delaware
Take your time. Make a few stops. Enjoy the view.
Fort Delaware Sunset · Public Domain. Delaware State Parks · Photo credits
THE JOURNEY IS THE REASON TO GO

Let the road set the pace.

Delaware Bayshore Byway allows travelers to take in the majesty and power of Mother Nature in the wildlifeareas and coastal communities of Delaware’s Bayshore. The northern portion of the byway is comprised of a series of cobbled historic roads that are known collectively as Route 9. The southern portion of the byway is a continuation of Delaware’s unique coastal landscapes, made up of small historic coastal towns and communities surrounded by water, marsh, and farmland.

The experienceNational Scenic Byway
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A scenic view from the top of historic Fort Delaware featuring a cannon looking west at a picturesque sunset over the Delaware River.
Fort Delaware Sunset
Public Domain. Delaware State Parks · Photo credits
A sunny day picturing the Delaware Bayshore Byway Route at the Reedy Point Bridge crossing the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal Area.
Bayshore Byway Reedy Point Bridge
Public Domain. Glenn Gauvry · Photo credits

Before you drive

Choose your stops before departure and check current road access, weather and vehicle suitability. A byway listing does not guarantee that every section or visitor facility is open.

Make it a satisfying day

Choose a realistic section, then allow time for viewpoints, a town stop and breaks. Scenic mileage rarely tells the whole story of how long an outing will take.

Match the road to your vehicle

Check the exact roads for your car, RV or motorcoach. Tunnel dimensions, turning space, grades and road surfaces can matter as much as distance.

Official route information ↗State road-condition links ↗

Route overview and designation: Federal Highway Administration, America’s Byways. Research: October 2026. This is a travel idea, not live navigation or a guarantee that the full route is open. Confirm exact roads, current conditions, parking and any attraction reservations before departure.