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Bethany Beach Canal

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Delaware, United States

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General info

Bethany Beach Canal is a lake located in Sussex County, Delaware, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, White perch, and Sand tiger shark.

Location

38°32′36.4″N 75°04′43.9″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Bethany Beach Canal?

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Fishing regulations at Bethany Beach Canal, 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
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
Season open: year-round
White perch

White perch

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
Good
Synonyms
Morone americana
Species prohibited
Sand tiger shark

Sand tiger shark

Regulation boundaryHighly Migratory Species

It is unlawful to harvest, possess, land, purchase, sell, or exchange this species.

Restrictions & requirements

Gigging

Harvest by gigging prohibited.

Snagging

Harvest of this species by snagging (snatch hooking) is prohibited.

Spears

Harvest of this species by "spearing" is prohibited. Spearing includes the catching or taking of a fish by bow hunting, gigging, spearfishing, or by any device used to capture a fish by piercing the body.

Multiple Hooks

Harvest of this species by or with the use of any multiple hooks in conjunction with live or dead natural bait is prohibited.

Additional information
Sharks can be difficult to ID. Remember: If you don't know, let it go. For help with shark identification, download the Recreational Atlantic HMS Shark ID Placard (http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/sfa/hms/species/sharks/documents/shark_id_placard_532017_web.pdf) or the Prohibited Shark ID Placard (http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/sfa/hms/species/sharks/documents/prohibited_shark_id_placard_5302017_web.pdf)
Synonyms
Carcharias taurus
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FAQ about Bethany Beach Canal fishing

📍 Where is Bethany Beach Canal located?
Bethany Beach Canal is a lake located in Sussex County, Delaware, United States. Its coordinates are:
38°32′36.4″N 75°04′43.9″W
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🎣 Where on Bethany Beach Canal is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Bethany Beach Canal 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 Bethany Beach Canal?
The most common species in Bethany Beach Canal are:
📢 What are the latest Bethany Beach Canal fishing reports?
The latest Bethany Beach Canal fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Bethany Beach Canal right now?
According to fishing regulations at Bethany Beach Canal, 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 Bethany Beach Canal?

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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