Manchester, MD Fishing Trip — January
Your Manchester, MD Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 31°F / Low 19°F1.5" rain · 6 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in January
5 species
FairChannel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
FairHybrid Striped Bass
Various
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairSpotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
LowWhite Bass
Various
January Weather in Manchester
31°F
Avg High
19°F
Avg Low
1.5"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
29 Guides Near Manchester
No guides are based in Manchester, but these guides operate nearby.
$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
Channel 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.
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.
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day in aggregate with Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass
Size Limit:12-inch minimum in aggregate with Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass
Check specific regulations for impoundments and tidal waters as they may vary.