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Magazine Ditch

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Delaware, United States

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Top fish species at Magazine Ditch

Smallmouth bass
Smallmouth bass
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General info

Magazine Ditch is a swamp located in New Castle County, Delaware, United States. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass.

Location

39°41′42.1″N 75°32′7″W
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Fishing regulations at Magazine Ditch, 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
Smallmouth bass

Smallmouth 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.

Max size8" (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.

Memorable / trophy limits1 > 17

The maximum number of trophy individuals legally harvested per harvester per day. A trophy is any individual of a length greater than the max size limit. Trophy individuals are included in the daily bag limit unless stated otherwise.

Additional information
No closed season. No minimum size. You may harvest 6 smallmouth bass per person. You may not harvest smallmouth bass from 12-inches to 17-inches total length. You may harvest no more than 1 smallmouth bass greater than 17-inches total length.
Synonyms
Micropterus dolomieui
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FAQ about Magazine Ditch fishing

📍 Where is Magazine Ditch located?
Magazine Ditch is a swamp located in New Castle County, Delaware, United States. Its coordinates are:
39°41′42.1″N 75°32′7″W
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🎣 Where on Magazine Ditch is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Magazine Ditch 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 Magazine Ditch?
The most common species in Magazine Ditch are:
📢 What are the latest Magazine Ditch fishing reports?
The latest Magazine Ditch fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Magazine Ditch right now?
According to fishing regulations at Magazine Ditch, 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 Magazine Ditch?

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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