Abbott's Mill Nature Center

Discover the Natural World in Southern Delaware


Abbott's Mill Nature Center, with its preserved, working mill, is owned by Delaware's Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs and operated by the Delaware Nature Society through a unique partnership. Located along scenic Abbott's Pond just southwest of Milford, the nature center manages the 373-acre Milford Millponds Nature Preserve for DNREC. Hiking trails, boardwalks and teaching stations provide unique education opportunities.

Donations Support: Affordable Programming, Clean Water, Farmland Preservation, and Wildlife Conservation

Check out our Summer Camps and Seasonal Programs!

Learn more about our School Programs.

Interested in Group programs?

Bring Wildlife into your Backyard.

For more information call 302-422-0847.



Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 4 PM
Other times by appointment
Trails open dawn - dusk everyday

Mailing Address
15411 Abbott's Pond Road
Milford, DE 19963

Telephone
302-422-0847

Fax
302-422-1849

Directions & GPS Coordinates

Map & Current Weather

Other DNS Facilities
Ashland Nature Center
Coverdale Farm Preserve
Cooch-Dayett Mills
DuPont Environmental Education Center
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