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Tautog

11 in · 1 lb

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Bluegill

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Bluegill

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Roy Creek is a stream located in Sussex County, Delaware, United States. It is most popular for fishing Bluegill, Tautog, and Little tunny.

Location

38°27′49.6″N 75°05′41.6″W
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Fishing regulations at Roy Creek, DE

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Delaware can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Bluegill

Bluegill

Regulation boundaryDelaware State Waters
Bag limit25

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Aggregate limit50

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Additional information
No size limit. No closed season.
Edibility
Catch, Clean, Cook Bluegill
Synonyms
Lepomis macrochirus
Season open: July 1 - May 15
Tautog

Tautog

Regulation boundaryDelaware State Waters
Bag limit4

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size16" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Edibility
Chris R. says they're delicious!
Synonyms
Tautoga onitis
Season open: year-round
Little tunny

Little tunny

Regulation boundaryHighly Migratory Species
Additional information
No Federal regulations are in effect for this species. State regulations may apply. To see regulations for a particular state, tap the blue location bar at the top of the app, tap "Open Full Screen" at top right edge of map, then zoom in/out and tap the map to set a pin at your desired location, then tap Save. Your state waters should be listed in blue at the top of the screen. Once you tap "Back" at the top left of the screen, you will see the relevant state regulations. Identification Guide for commonly confused mackerel, including Atlantic Mackerel and similar species.
Edibility
Poor, and may contain high mercury levels.
Synonyms
Bonita (in FL), Euthynnus alletteratus, False Albacore
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Fenwick Island

2.2 miles away

South Bethany

4.1 miles away

Ocean City

4.6 miles away

Ocean View

5.0 miles away

Millville

5.3 miles away

Bethany Beach

5.4 miles away

Ocean Pines

6.3 miles away

Selbyville

6.3 miles away

Bishopville

6.4 miles away

West Ocean City

8.1 miles away

Frankford

8.5 miles away

Dagsboro

9.9 miles away

Berlin

11.2 miles away

Long Neck

11.3 miles away

Whaleyville

12.2 miles away

Millsboro

14.5 miles away

Willards

14.6 miles away

Dewey Beach

16.1 miles away

Newark

16.2 miles away

Rehoboth Beach

17.5 miles away

Pittsville

17.6 miles away

Powellville

17.8 miles away

Henlopen Acres

18.1 miles away

Lewes

21.9 miles away

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FAQ about Roy Creek fishing

📍 Where is the Roy Creek located?
the Roy Creek is a stream located in Sussex County, Delaware, United States. Its coordinates are:
38°27′49.6″N 75°05′41.6″W
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🎣 Where on the Roy Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Roy Creek by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the Roy Creek?
The most common species in the Roy Creek are:
  • Bluegill - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Tautog - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Little tunny - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
📢 What are the latest Roy Creek fishing reports?
The latest Roy Creek fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Roy Creek right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Roy Creek, some of the species in season this November include: Blacktip shark, Black sea bass, Bull shark, Tautog, and Atlantic bluefin tuna. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Roy Creek?

Fishing in Delaware requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Options include resident and non-resident, daily and annual licenses, available online and at authorized retailers.

In Delaware, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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