New Castle, DE Fishing Trip — October
Your New Castle, DE Fishing Trip
October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 66°F / Low 50°F2.9" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in October
GoodSpeckled Trout
Drift Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodFlounder
Various
FairCobia
Various
October Weather in New Castle
66°F
Avg High
50°F
Avg Low
2.9"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
24 Guides Near New Castle
No guides are based in New Castle, 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.
Flounder
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Regulations may vary depending on the time of year.
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.