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Trout · Freshwater · 2026 season
Golden Rainbow Trout size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trout streams | first Saturday in April – December 31 | No size limit | 6 trout, all species combined |
| Ponds / lakes | first Saturday in March – December 31 | No size limit | 6 trout, all species combined |
| Fly-fishing-only water | first Saturday in April – December 31 | No size limit | 4 in fly-fishing-only waters |
Notes
- Opening day: streams 1st Saturday in April, ponds 1st Saturday in March. Closed before opening day; check the Delaware Fishing Guide for closures on designated trout streams.
Exact DNREC wording
- Season
- Streams open 1st Saturday in AprilPonds open 1st Saturday in March
- Size
- No Size Limit
- Limit
- 6 (All Trout species combined)4 in fly-fishing only waters
Source: DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-09-20 (2026 season).
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About the golden rainbow trout
Species of fish
The California golden trout is a species of trout native to California. The golden trout is normally found in the Golden Trout Creek, Volcano Creek, and the South Fork Kern River. The Golden trout has been the official freshwater state fish of California since 1947.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Golden Rainbow Trout in Delaware?
No size limit in Delaware state waters.
How many Golden Rainbow Trout can you keep per day in Delaware?
6 trout, all species combined.
When is Golden Rainbow Trout season in Delaware?
first Saturday in April – December 31.
Is my Golden Rainbow Trout a keeper today?
Golden Rainbow Trout has no size limit today, with a daily limit of 6.