Things to Do around Dover Base Housing

Dover Base Housing offers opportunities for road cycling, touring cycling, and jogging. The area includes dedicated greenbelt paths and provides access to broader trail networks in the Dover region. Komoot lists 2 routes in the area, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Road cycling routes in Dover Base Housing often utilize the flat, paved roads within the housing area. These routes connect to broader networks like the Capital City Trail, which extends through Dover. For specific routes, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Dover Base Housing guide.

Touring cycling routes near Dover Base Housing include connections to the Capital City Trail and the Amish Country Bike Route. The Amish Country Bike Route is a 14.8-mile (23.8 km) loop on flat, paved roads through scenic countryside. More information is available in the Cycling around Dover Base Housing guide.

Within Dover Base Housing, there are 19,500 feet (5,944 meters) of greenbelt paths for jogging. Nearby, Silver Lake Park and Schutte Park in Dover feature paved walking and jogging paths. Hunn Nature Park offers 1.5-2.0 miles (2.4-3.2 km) of trails through woodlands and wetlands.

The greenbelt paths within Dover Base Housing are suitable for family-friendly cycling. The Capital City Trail, which connects to the base, also offers a paved and generally flat route. The Amish Country Bike Route is another option for a scenic, paved ride.

The region near Dover Base Housing features diverse natural landscapes. These include the cypress swamp environment of Trap Pond State Park and the coastal habitats of Cape Henlopen State Park. The Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge is known for its migratory bird populations and salt marshes.

While Dover Base Housing primarily focuses on road cycling and jogging, Lums Pond State Park, located nearby, offers mountain biking opportunities. The 6.2-mile (10 km) Swamp Forest Trail in Lums Pond State Park is unpaved and suited for mountain biking.

The Capital City Trail is a significant multi-use trail in Dover that connects to various parks, historic attractions, and Dover Air Force Base. It provides a paved pathway for cyclists and pedestrians, extending outdoor activity options beyond the base housing area.

Dover Base Housing has 2 routes listed on komoot, which have been visited by more than 90 users. These routes have received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5 ratings. The community actively shares experiences for road cycling, touring cycling, and jogging.

Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Road Cycling Routes around Dover Base Housing, Cycling around Dover Base Housing, and Running Trails around Dover Base Housing. These guides provide detailed information on specific routes and activities.

For information regarding Dover Family Housing (Eagle Heights), the official website is DoverFamilyHousing.com. For leasing inquiries, the phone number is +1-302-219-0488. Current residents can call +1-302-337-4700.