Plan a Fishing Trip to Ocean View, DE

1 guideBest months: April, May, June, September

What's Biting in Ocean View Right Now

Mahi Mahi
ExcellentVarious
Weakfish
ExcellentVarious
Bluefish
Excellentsaltwater
Trolling, Casting, Live Baiting
Black Sea Bass
Excellentsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Jigging, Live Bait
Tautog
Excellentsaltwater
Bottom fishing, Jigging, Live bait fishing
Tuna
Excellentsaltwater
Trolling, Chunking, Live Baiting
Striped Bass
Goodboth
Trolling, Casting, Live Bait Fishing
Flounder
GoodVarious

What to Bring

Check with Ocean View guides 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 offshore / inshore / freshwater Fishing

  • Rain jacket or windbreaker
  • Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • Light rain jacket

Delaware Fishing License

License: Saltwater fishing license