South Bethany, DE Fishing Trip — December

Your South Bethany, DE Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 45°F / Low 31°F2.3" rain · 7 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in December

Speckled TroutFair
Speckled Trout
Drift Fishing · Fly Fishing
King MackerelLow
King Mackerel
Various
Spanish MackerelLow
Spanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling

December Weather in South Bethany

45°F
Avg High
31°F
Avg Low
2.3"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

22 Guides Near South Bethany

No guides are based in South Bethany, 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.

Buy License Online — Delaware

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.

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:27-inch minimum fork length

Check for any in-season changes to 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.

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