Ocean View, DE Fishing Trip — September

Your Ocean View, DE Fishing Trip

September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 75°F / Low 65°F6.3" rain · 11 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in September

8 species
Mahi MahiGood
Mahi Mahi
Various
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
WeakfishGood
Weakfish
Various
BluefishGood
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
Black Sea BassGood
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
TautogGood
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
TunaGood
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
FlounderGood
Flounder
Various

September Weather in Ocean View

75°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
6.3"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

1 in Ocean View + 21 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.

Buy License Online — Delaware

Species Regulations

Mahi Mahi
Season:January 1 – December 31
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:No size limit

Possession limit of 18 mahi per vessel.

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.

Weakfish
Season:January 1 – December 31
Bag Limit:1 per person
Size Limit:13-inch minimum

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

Bluefish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Recreational bag limits may be adjusted during the season based on federal regulations.

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