Trap Pond
Black Crappie • Chain Pickerel • Kelp Bass and 1 more species
Trap Pond in Delaware is a popular fishing destination, known for its abundance of largemouth bass, crappie, and pickerel. Visitors can also enjoy kayaking, hiking, and camping in the surrounding state park. Fishing tips include using topwater lures in the early morning and late afternoon, and fishing in the shallow areas around the pond. The best time to visit is in the spring or fall, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to mid-70s Fahrenheit. Get driving directions.
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Fish Species
Black Crappie
Crappies are members of the sunfish and the black bass family.
Chain Pickerel
All members of the genus Esox look very much alike. The chain pickerel can be recognized by its markings.
Kelp Bass
The kelp bass, a member of a large group of seabasses, which inhabit the eastern Pacific, is a robust fish ...
Largemouth Bass
The largemouth bass is the most popular freshwater game fish.
Area Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge | Discharge |
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Chicamacomico River Near Salem | 42 cfs / 1.12 ft |
Beaverdam Creek Near Salisbury | 17 cfs / 1.14 ft |
Nassawango Creek Near Snow Hill | 84 cfs / 3.32 ft |
Beaverdam Ditch Near Millville | 6 cfs / 0.75 ft |
Manokin Branch Near Princess Anne | 11 cfs / 1.95 ft |