Fishing Guides in Chincoteague, Virginia

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What's Biting in Chincoteague

8 species reported in the Chincoteague area. Here's when they're most active throughout the year.

Month-by-Month Fishing in Chincoteague, VA

Fishing in Chincoteague in January

January is a slower stretch for fishing around Chincoteague — see the peak months above for better timing.

Fishing in Chincoteague in February

February is a slower stretch for fishing around Chincoteague — see the peak months above for better timing.

Fishing in Chincoteague in March

3 species are active in and around Chincoteague in March: Flounder, Tuna, Striped Bass. Book one of Chincoteague's 8 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Chincoteague in April

8 species are active in and around Chincoteague in April: Weakfish, Flounder, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Chincoteague's 8 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Chincoteague in May

8 species are active in and around Chincoteague in May: Weakfish, Flounder, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Chincoteague's 8 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Chincoteague in June

8 species are active in and around Chincoteague in June: Weakfish, Flounder, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Chincoteague's 8 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Chincoteague in July

7 species are active in and around Chincoteague in July: Weakfish, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Chincoteague's 8 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Chincoteague in August

6 species are active in and around Chincoteague in August: Weakfish, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Bluefish. Book one of Chincoteague's 8 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Chincoteague in September

8 species are active in and around Chincoteague in September: Weakfish, Flounder, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass, Bluefish. Book one of Chincoteague's 8 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Chincoteague in October

5 species are active in and around Chincoteague in October: Flounder, Tuna, Black Sea Bass, Tautog, Striped Bass. Book one of Chincoteague's 8 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Chincoteague in November

2 species are active in and around Chincoteague in November: Tautog, Striped Bass. Book one of Chincoteague's 8 local guides to target them.

Fishing in Chincoteague in December

December is a slower stretch for fishing around Chincoteague — see the peak months above for better timing.

Fishing in Chincoteague

Chincoteague, Virginia offers saltwater, brackish, saltwater fishing with 8 species reported in the area and 8 local guides ready to take you out. The best months to fish are April, May, June, September.

Best Months

AprMayJunSep

Water Types

saltwater, brackishsaltwater

What You Can Catch in Chincoteague

Mahi Mahi

Chincoteague, Virginia offers unique Mahi Mahi opportunities thanks to its proximity to the Gulf Stream. These colorful fish follow warm currents and abundant baitfish closer to shore in the summer months, typically peaking from late July through September.

Full mahi mahi guide for Chincoteague

Striped Bass

Chincoteague, Virginia, offers a unique striped bass fishing experience, blending inshore and nearshore opportunities. The expansive shallow bays and inlets surrounding the island provide excellent habitat for stripers, particularly during their spring and fall migrations.

Full striped bass guide for Chincoteague

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Types of Fishing in Chincoteague

Inshore

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