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Woodland Beach Pier

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Delaware, United States

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General info

Woodland Beach Pier is a part of an ocean located in Kent County, Delaware, United States. It is most popular for fishing Striped bass, Channel catfish, and Largemouth bass.

Location

39°19′57.7″N 75°28′17.1″W
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Fishing regulations at Woodland Beach Pier, 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
Striped bass

Striped bass

Regulation boundaryDelaware State Waters
Bag limit1

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 size28" (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.

Max size31" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish greater than the maximum size except as permitted.

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.

Additional information
Catch and release only on spawning grounds April 1 - May 31. The spawning season for striped bass in Delaware begins at 12:01 a.m. on April 1 and continues through midnight on May 31. It is unlawful for any person to take and retain any striped bass during the spawning season from the Nanticoke River or its tributaries, the Delaware River and its tributaries to the north of a line extending due east beginning at and including the south jetty at the mouth of the C & D Canal, or the C & D Canal or its tributaries. Catch and release only during this season; no harvest is allowed.In DE River, DE Bay and their tributaries only 20 inch to 24 inch striped bass may be retained from July 1 - August 31.Harvest of Striped Bass from Federal Waters is prohibited.You must use an inline circle hook while using bait to fish for striped bass. For more information, see Striped Bass and Circle Hooks
Synonyms
Morone saxatilis
Season open: year-round
Largemouth bass

Largemouth bass

Regulation boundaryDelaware State Waters
Bag limit6

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 size12" (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.

Additional information
No closed season.In Becks Pond: bag limit = 2 largemouth bass per person per day; minimum size = 15-inches total length.
Edibility
Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe
Synonyms
Micropterus nigricans
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FAQ about Woodland Beach Pier fishing

📍 Where is Woodland Beach Pier located?
Woodland Beach Pier is a part of an ocean located in Kent County, Delaware, United States. Its coordinates are:
39°19′57.7″N 75°28′17.1″W
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🎣 Where on Woodland Beach Pier is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Woodland Beach Pier 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 Woodland Beach Pier?
The most common species in Woodland Beach Pier are:
📢 What are the latest Woodland Beach Pier fishing reports?
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🗓️ What species are in season at Woodland Beach Pier right now?
According to fishing regulations at Woodland Beach Pier, 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 Woodland Beach Pier?

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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