Blades, DE Fishing Trip — August

Your Blades, DE Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 65°F2" rain · 7 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

Spanish MackerelExcellent
Spanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
Speckled TroutExcellent
Speckled Trout
Drift Fishing · Fly Fishing
CobiaGood
Cobia
Various
SheepsheadFair
Sheepshead
Various

August Weather in Blades

79°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
2"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

23 Guides Near Blades

No guides are based in Blades, but these guides operate nearby.

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$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 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.

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Species Regulations

Spanish Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per person
Size Limit:14-inch minimum

Possession limit is equal to the daily bag limit. Consult the Delaware Fishing Guide for any seasonal closures or specific 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.

Cobia
Season:January 1 – December 31
Bag Limit:1 per person per day, 2 per vessel per day
Size Limit:37-inch minimum fork length

Cobia permit required. Check for any in-season changes to regulations.

Sheepshead
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:16 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Consult the Delaware Fishing Guide for any specific area closures or restrictions.

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