Deale, MD Fishing Trip — May
Your Deale, MD Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 73°F / Low 58°F8.5" rain · 17 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
8 species
ExcellentMahi Mahi
Various
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentBluefish
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentFlounder
Various
ExcellentTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
ExcellentTuna
Trolling · Chunking
ExcellentBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
GoodWeakfish
Various
May Weather in Deale
73°F
Avg High
58°F
Avg Low
8.5"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
9 Guides Matched
$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.
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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.
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.
Striped Bass
Season:Varies by season and area; check current regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by season and area; check current regulations
Size Limit:Varies by season and area; check current regulations
Striped Bass regulations are complex and change frequently. Consult the Maryland Department of Natural Resources website for the most up-to-date information.
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
Flounder
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per person
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Possession limit equal to daily bag limit. Check for any seasonal closures in specific areas.