Ardencroft, DE Fishing Trip — May
Your Ardencroft, DE Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 72°F / Low 56°F7.9" rain · 17 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentSpeckled Trout
Drift Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentKing Mackerel
Various
May Weather in Ardencroft
72°F
Avg High
56°F
Avg Low
7.9"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
24 Guides Near Ardencroft
No guides are based in Ardencroft, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
Peak
Also Consider Fishing In...
What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
Delaware Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$8.50
Non-Resident$20
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Separate freshwater and saltwater licenses.
Species Regulations
Speckled Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per person per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum total length
Check for any specific regulations for different areas.
King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:27-inch minimum fork length
Check for any in-season changes to regulations.