North Beach, MD Fishing Trip — January
Your North Beach, MD Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 37°F / Low 25°F2.6" rain · 7 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in January
8 species
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FairTuna
Trolling · Chunking
LowMahi Mahi
Various
LowBluefish
Trolling · Casting
LowFlounder
Various
LowTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
LowBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
LowWeakfish
Various
January Weather in North Beach
37°F
Avg High
25°F
Avg Low
2.6"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
121 Guides Near North Beach
No guides are based in North Beach, 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.
What's Biting By Month
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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
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.
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.
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.
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