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6 in · 1 lb 5 oz

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3 in · 4 oz

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6 in · 1 lb 5 oz

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Bluegill

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Bluegill

3 in · 1 lb

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4 in · 1 lb

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General info

Perkins Run is a stream located in New Castle County, Delaware, United States. It is most popular for fishing Bluegill and Redbreast sunfish.

Location

39°47′51.1″N 75°28′42.1″W
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Fishing regulations at Perkins Run, 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.

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Cities nearby

Ardencroft

0.7 miles away

Ardentown

0.8 miles away

Claymont

1.0 miles away

Arden

1.1 miles away

Bellefonte

2.4 miles away

Edgemoor

3.3 miles away

Upper Chichester

3.6 miles away

Pedricktown

4.3 miles away

Penns Grove

4.9 miles away

Wilmington

5.1 miles away

Concord

5.6 miles away

Aston

5.6 miles away

Chester

6.6 miles away

Greenville

6.8 miles away

Bridgeport

7.0 miles away

Beckett

7.1 miles away

Elsmere

7.4 miles away

Lima

8.6 miles away

Newport

8.9 miles away

Nether Providence

9.0 miles away

Wilmington Manor

9.6 miles away

Cheyney University

9.8 miles away

Ridley

10.0 miles away

Hamorton

10.4 miles away

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FAQ about Perkins Run fishing

📍 Where is the Perkins Run located?
the Perkins Run is a stream located in New Castle County, Delaware, United States. Its coordinates are:
39°47′51.1″N 75°28′42.1″W
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🎣 Where on the Perkins Run is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Perkins Run 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 Perkins Run?
The most common species in the Perkins Run are:
📢 What are the latest Perkins Run fishing reports?
The latest Perkins Run fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Perkins Run right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Perkins Run, some of the species in season this June include: Blacktip shark, Black sea bass, Bull shark, Atlantic bluefin tuna, and Nurse shark. 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 Perkins Run?

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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