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Ocean City, MD Fishing Trip — May

Your Ocean City, MD Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 71°F / Low 58°F6.6" rain · 10 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

20 species
Mahi MahiExcellent
Mahi Mahi
Various
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
TunaExcellent
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various
TautogExcellent
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
SpotExcellent
Spot
Various
White Sea BassExcellent
White Sea Bass
Various
Winter FlounderExcellent
Winter Flounder
Various
ScupExcellent
Scup
Various
Spotted SeatroutExcellent
Spotted Seatrout
Various
Starry FlounderExcellent
Starry Flounder
Various
Black DrumExcellent
Black Drum
Various
Cownose RayExcellent
Cownose Ray
Various
BluefishExcellent
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
Black Sea BassExcellent
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
WeakfishGood
Weakfish
Various
Spotted GarGood
Spotted Gar
Various
CroakerGood
Croaker
Various
Giant Sea BassGood
Giant Sea Bass
Various

May Weather in Ocean City

71°F
Avg High
58°F
Avg Low
6.6"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

41 Guides Matched

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Chasin Tides Charters - Chasin Tides Charters
Chasin Tides Charters

Chasin Tides Charters

4.9(305)Top Rated

For Chasin' Tides Charters rates and booking, please call or text directly at 443-987-0727 or email us with our convenient online form.

Ocean City, Maryland
Bahia Marina at Fish Tales - Bahia Marina at Fish Tales
Bahia Marina at Fish Tales

Bahia Marina at Fish Tales

4.6(330)Top Rated

Bahia Marina is Ocean City Maryland's sportfishing headquarters. Featuring the largest small boat rental fleet, Bahia Marina carries a large selection of tackle and live, fresh or frozen bait for the bay, surf or offshore fisherman. You can fish for bluefish, tuna, dolphin, marlin and more aboard our charter boats.

BluefishMarlinTuna
Ocean City, Maryland
Miss Ocean City Fishing - Miss Ocean City Fishing
Miss Ocean City Fishing

Miss Ocean City Fishing

4.8(248)Top Rated

Start your next adventure with Miss Ocean City. Best bay fishing boat in Ocean Cty, MD. Flounder fishing, dolphin watching, and private parties.

Southern Flounder
Ocean City, Maryland
The Ocean Princess - The Ocean Princess
The Ocean Princess

The Ocean Princess

4.7(258)Top Rated

Experience deep sea fishing charters in Ocean City, MD aboard The Ocean Princess. Offers fishing trips for Black Sea Bass, Flounder & more.

Black Sea BassSouthern Flounder
Ocean City, Maryland
Back Bay Adventures - Back Bay Adventures
Back Bay Adventures

Back Bay Adventures

4.7(236)Top Rated

Cruise around Ocean City, MD with Back Bay Adventures! We are here to ensure a fun day on the water with jet ski rentals, fishing trips, and private cruises!

Ocean City, Maryland
Alltackle Inc - Alltackle Inc
Alltackle Inc

Alltackle Inc

4.5(166)Top Rated
Ocean City, Maryland
Morning Star Fishing - Morning Star Fishing
Morning Star Fishing

Morning Star Fishing

4.8(86)Top Rated

The Morning Star is the party boat that fishes like a private charter out of Ocean City, MD. We mainly target Flounder, Sea Bass and Tautog but offer several special trips that target other seasonal species throughout the year. Come aboard to see what over 40 years of experience can offer you.

Black Sea BassSouthern FlounderTautog
Ocean City, Maryland
Happy Hooker Bay Fishing - Happy Hooker Bay Fishing
Happy Hooker Bay Fishing

Happy Hooker Bay Fishing

4.3(137)

Enjoy a fun-filled day fishing in Ocean City with Happy Hooker Bay Fishing. All gear provided, expert guides, and prime fishing spots await. Book your trip now for an unforgettable experience.

inshore
Ocean City, Maryland
Bottom Bouncer Fishing - Bottom Bouncer Fishing
Bottom Bouncer Fishing

Bottom Bouncer Fishing

4.8(73)Top Rated
Ocean City, Maryland
Fin Chaser Sportfishing Charters - Fin Chaser Sportfishing Charters
Fin Chaser Sportfishing Charters

Fin Chaser Sportfishing Charters

4.7(72)Top Rated

Inshore & Offshore fishing for Tuna, Marlin, Mahi-Mahi, Wahoo, Shark, Flounder, Sea Bass, Tautog and more with Fin Chaser Sportfishing in Ocean City, MD.

Black Sea BassMahi-MahiMarlin
Ocean City, Maryland
Angler Deep Sea Fishing - Angler Deep Sea Fishing
Angler Deep Sea Fishing

Angler Deep Sea Fishing

4.7(64)Top Rated

Angler Restaurant and Dock Bar in Ocean City, MD. Classic Maryland seafood restaurant . Located on the Marina in Downtown Ocean City.

Ocean City, Maryland
Ocean City Guide Service - Ocean City Guide Service
Ocean City Guide Service

Ocean City Guide Service

5(38)Top Rated

Charter fishing in Ocean City Maryland for Flounder Fishing, Shark Fishing, Tautog Fishing, and Rockfish Fishing. Family Fun Fishing Charters

Southern FlounderStriped BassTautog
Ocean City, Maryland
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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
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Ocean City from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in Ocean City

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

Things to Do in Ocean City

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

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Mahi Mahi

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Tuna

saltwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Flounder

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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.

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.

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.

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