MARYLAND
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Ocean Coast
Ocean City is Maryland's premier saltwater fishing destination, with productive surf fishing, nearshore wrecks, and offshore canyon fishing for tuna, marlin, and mahi.
Chesapeake Bay
The Chesapeake Bay is the largest estuary in the United States, stretching 200 miles and offering legendary fishing for striped bass, blue crabs, and a diverse mix of species.
Chesapeake Beach
12+ Charters • 4.7★
Chesapeake Beach is a popular Chesapeake Bay fishing destination with a full-service marina and charter fleet targeting striped bass, bluefish, and flounder in the bay's productive waters. The town's boardwalk and fishing pier add shore-based fishing options for visitors.
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Solomons Island
10+ Charters • 4.7★
Solomons Island sits where the Patuxent River meets the Chesapeake Bay, creating a productive mixing zone for striped bass, bluefish, and flounder. The island's marinas and charter fleet provide access to some of the best Chesapeake Bay fishing in Maryland.
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Tilghman Island
8+ Charters • 4.7★
Tilghman Island is a historic waterman's community on the Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake Bay, offering authentic bay fishing for striped bass, bluefish, and blue crabs. The island's charter fleet and working watermen provide a genuine Chesapeake Bay fishing experience.
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Maryland offers year-round fishing, but each season brings different opportunities. Here's what to expect.
Spring
March - May
Warming waters bring baitfish migrations, Cobia runs, and excellent inshore action as fish move onto the flats.
Summer
June - August
Peak season with Red Snapper, offshore pelagics, and warm-water species firing on all cylinders.
Fall
September - November
Cooling waters trigger bull Redfish runs, flounder migration, and king mackerel blitzes along the coast.
Winter
December - February
Trophy Speckled Trout, Sheepshead around structure, and deep-water Tuna action for the adventurous angler.
Popular Species in Maryland
19+ species organized by fishing type. Click any species to learn more.
Inshore Species
Fish the flats, bays, and mangroves close to shore.
Nearshore Species
Target reefs, wrecks, and structure within a few miles of land.
Deep Sea Fishing Species
Head to deep water for big game and pelagic species.
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