Rehoboth Beach, DE Fishing Trip — August
Your Rehoboth Beach, DE Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 78°F / Low 68°F1.5" rain · 8 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in August
8 species
ExcellentMahi Mahi
Various
ExcellentBluefish
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentTuna
Trolling · Chunking
GoodWeakfish
Various
GoodBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
GoodTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FairFlounder
Various
August Weather in Rehoboth Beach
78°F
Avg High
68°F
Avg Low
1.5"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
9 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.
What's Biting By Month
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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 / offshore / freshwater Fishing
- Rain jacket or windbreaker
- Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
- Bug spray
- Rain gear
- 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
Mahi Mahi
Season:January 1 – December 31
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:No size limit
Possession limit of 18 mahi per vessel.
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.
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.
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.