Crisfield, MD Fishing Trip — April

Your Crisfield, MD Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 65°F / Low 51°F4.4" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in April

5 species
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CarpExcellent
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Flathead CatfishExcellent
Flathead Catfish
Various
Hybrid Striped BassGood
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
White BassGood
White Bass
Various

April Weather in Crisfield

65°F
Avg High
51°F
Avg Low
4.4"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

1 in Crisfield + 67 Nearby

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$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.

What to Bring

Check with your guide 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 Cost
Resident$20.50
Non-Resident$30.50
Requirements

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

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Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round, except catch and release only from March 1 to June 15 in certain tidal waters
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

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

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Applies to non-tidal waters. Check local regulations for tidal waters.

Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum

Possession limit is the same as the daily bag limit. Some areas may have specific closures.

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