Little Tinicum Island

Just did an overnight dispersed camping trip on Little Tinicum Island. Located on the Delaware River across from Governor Printz Park in Essington Pa. The island itself is approximately 3 miles long. Although the side facing Pennsylvania is mainly tidal marsh, the side facing New Jersey has some wonderful Beach area. My friends and I frequent the island as we kayak there from time to time.

So we planned an overnight stay on the Island. I strongly suggest getting to the island early with the first high tide. As you set up camp as the tide rolls out you will have plenty of time to collect firewood as you stroll along the beach. Now this island falls under the Pennsylvania forestry Commission, but subsequently it is not maintained. Another thing as the sun goes down the bugs come out. So long with a fire for cooking also build a fire that will create a lot of smoke, this will deter most bugs. There is one thing we didn't think of which were sand fleas. So as long as you bring some kind of sand flea deterrent or ointments you should be fine. 

 To get the most out of your little get away bring only the essentials (what will fit in your backpack) small camping stove and your collapsible pots and pans and plenty of water and small tents would be ideal for there is not a lot of room in these small niches throughout the island. I know most people will say swimming in that river is nasty but at low tide it looks and is clean, at least as much to swim in. So get out there enjoy yourself. 

And remember be aware be safe, and most of all leave it how you found it!

Lots of love to you from the camping guys!