Plan a Fishing Trip to Annapolis, MD

5 guidesBest months: April, May, June, July

What's Biting in Annapolis Right Now

Striped Bass
Goodboth
Trolling, Casting, Live Bait Fishing
Flounder
GoodVarious
Tuna
Goodsaltwater
Trolling, Chunking, Live Baiting
Mahi Mahi
FairVarious
Weakfish
FairVarious
Bluefish
Fairsaltwater
Trolling, Casting, Live Baiting
Tautog
Fairsaltwater
Bottom fishing, Jigging, Live bait fishing
Black Sea Bass
Fairsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Jigging, Live Bait
Snakehead
FairVarious

What to Bring

Check with Annapolis guides about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Maryland Fishing License

License: Freshwater fishing license

Special regulations may apply in certain areas; consult the Maryland Guide to Fishing for specific locations.