Saint Jones River

As a river in Delaware, United States, Saint Jones River fishes best when the flow is steady and the water is clear enough to see a foot or two down. Anglers who do well at Saint Jones River pay attention to small things: the angle of the current, the colour of the water, what's hatching, where the wading birds are working. Fly anglers can match local insect activity; spin anglers can run small spinners or soft plastics through the same lies.

Location

39.0659, -75.4007 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

White perchChannel catfishAtlantic croakerBluefishWhite bullheadBlue catfish

Fishing Techniques

• For White perch

  White perch often school, so if you catch one, stay in that area to find more. Vary your retrieve speed until you find what they prefer.

• For Channel catfish

  Fish near structure like submerged trees or rocks, as channel catfish often use these areas for ambush points and shelter.

• For Atlantic croaker

  Fish near the bottom with a Carolina rig or a simple bottom rig, croaker feed primarily on or near the seabed. Use small hooks and light tackle to detect their subtle bites.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Saint Jones River.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Saint Jones River, make sure your licence covers Delaware, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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