Fishing in Delaware

Delaware offers excellent coastal and freshwater fishing. Delaware Bay is one of the top weakfish and striped bass fisheries on the East Coast. The Inland Bays hold flounder, trout, and redfish. Freshwater options include bass and pickerel in numerous ponds and the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal.

Top Species

• Striped Bass
• Weakfish
• Flounder
• Largemouth Bass
• Redfish
• Chain Pickerel

Top Waters

• Delaware Bay
• Inland Bays
• Chesapeake & Delaware Canal
• Trap Pond

Fishing Types

• Saltwater / offshore fishing
• Freshwater / lake / river fishing

Fishing License

Delaware DFW — visit their site for current regulations and license requirements.