Lewes, DE Fishing Trip — October

Your Lewes, DE Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 66°F / Low 54°F4" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

8 species
TautogExcellent
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FlounderGood
Flounder
Various
TunaGood
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
Mahi MahiFair
Mahi Mahi
Various
WeakfishFair
Weakfish
Various
BluefishFair
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
Black Sea BassFair
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging

October Weather in Lewes

66°F
Avg High
54°F
Avg Low
4"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

7 Guides Matched

$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.

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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.

Buy License Online — Delaware

Species Regulations

Tautog
Season:January 1 – December 31
Bag Limit:4 per person
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Consult the Delaware Fishing Guide for any seasonal closures or gear restrictions.

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:28-31 inch slot limit

A free Striped Bass Harvest Card is required to possess striped bass. Check for seasonal closures and gear restrictions.

Flounder
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Regulations may vary depending on the time of year.

Tuna
Season:January 1 – December 31
Bag Limit:Varies by species; consult federal regulations
Size Limit:Varies by species; consult federal regulations

Highly migratory species; subject to federal regulations. Check current NMFS guidelines.

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