Delaware Fishing Report October 2019: Fall Trout Stocking White Clay, Indian River Bay and Big Bass

Delaware Fishing Report October 2019

Fall Trout Stocking White Clay, Indian River Bay and Big Bass 

Freshwater

Freshwater fishing has been good, even as the temperatures start to drop.  The largemouth bass seem to be entering a period of heavy feeding as they continue to fatten up in preparation for the doldrums of winter to arrive in the coming months.  Even as the water temperature cools, freshwater fishing should continue to be great for bass, chain pickerel, crappie and perch at most of the ponds, creeks and spillways around Delmarva.  This angler has had luck with a variety of species in the lower New Castle County region, including white perch, bullhead catfish, shad, bluegill, crappie and bass.   If you are not sure where to fish or maybe just want to try a new fishing hole, be sure to consult with the number 1 guidebook for Delaware freshwater fishing, the critically acclaimed ebook Big Bass in the Small Wonder Big Bass in the Small Wonder .  Don't forget that the state natural resources department will be stocking rainbow trout again in White Clay Creek for the fall fishing season. Smallmouth bass will continue to hit good.  Remember that if you catch a snakehead to remove it from the wild.  And, don't forget anglers, if you are into tying your own flies for fly fishing, be sure to pick up one of these nifty custom built fly tying stations available on on ebay at the following link Ebay Fishing Gear Mega Sale!!!

Saltwater

October has been unseasonably warm, even for Delaware.  As a result, the fishing continues to be pretty good on the Delaware seashore and also the back bays.  Earlier in the month, this angler had the chance to fish the Indian River Bay and had many bites, though I missed most of them, except for the occasional spot.  Even so, I know of anglers having all kinds of luck off the beaches for blue fish, rockfish and northern kingfish.  There are some still connecting with tog, seabass and flounder elsewhere in the saltwater areas.  Whatever species you are targeting, be sure to practice safe boating and wear your life jacket.  Make sure that all your boat's mechanical components are in good condition and, as always, keep an eye to the sky.  The weather and the waves can get pretty dicey as we get ready to roll in to November and December, however good fishing can still be had under the right conditions.  Be safe out there and, until next time... tight lines!