Annapolis, MD Fishing Trip — July

Your Annapolis, MD Fishing Trip

July2 peopleFamily Trip
High 86°F / Low 73°F7.8" rain · 17 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in July

9 species
Mahi MahiExcellent
Mahi Mahi
Various
TunaExcellent
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
BluefishExcellent
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
Black Sea BassExcellent
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
WeakfishGood
Weakfish
Various
TautogGood
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
SnakeheadGood
Snakehead
Various
FlounderFair
Flounder
Various

July Weather in Annapolis

86°F
Avg High
73°F
Avg Low
7.8"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

5 Guides Matched

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Annapolis

Activities for your non-fishing days

Maryland Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$20.50
Non-Resident$30.50
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Chesapeake Bay sport fishing license and trout stamps available.

Buy License Online — Maryland

Species Regulations

Mahi Mahi
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No more than 3 Mahi Mahi per person per trip, or no more than 5 Mahi Mahi per vessel per trip, whichever is more restrictive.
Size Limit:No size limit

Possession limits apply. Check current regulations for any updates.

Tuna
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:Refer to current regulations for species-specific limits (e.g., Bluefin, Yellowfin, Bigeye, Albacore).
Size Limit:Refer to current regulations for species-specific limits (e.g., Bluefin, Yellowfin, Bigeye, Albacore).

Federal regulations and permits may be required for certain tuna species. Check current regulations for any updates.

Bluefish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person for private/charter boat anglers; 5 per person for shore anglers
Size Limit:No minimum size
Black Sea Bass
Season:May 15 - December 31
Bag Limit:15 per person
Size Limit:13-inch minimum

Possession limit equal to daily bag limit. Regulations may change in-season, so check the Maryland Department of Natural Resources website before fishing.

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