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Ocean City, MD Fishing Trip — October

Your Ocean City, MD Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 67°F / Low 53°F3.4" rain · 8 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in October

20 species
TautogExcellent
Tautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
TunaGood
Tuna
Trolling · Chunking
FlounderGood
Flounder
Various
Mahi MahiFair
Mahi Mahi
Various
SpotFair
Spot
Various
WeakfishFair
Weakfish
Various
White Sea BassFair
White Sea Bass
Various
Winter FlounderFair
Winter Flounder
Various
ScupFair
Scup
Various
Spotted GarFair
Spotted Gar
Various
Spotted SeatroutFair
Spotted Seatrout
Various
Starry FlounderFair
Starry Flounder
Various
CroakerFair
Croaker
Various
Black DrumFair
Black Drum
Various
Cownose RayFair
Cownose Ray
Various
BluefishFair
Bluefish
Trolling · Casting
Giant Sea BassFair
Giant Sea Bass
Various
Black Sea BassFair
Black Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging

October Weather in Ocean City

67°F
Avg High
53°F
Avg Low
3.4"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

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

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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$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

Peak
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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

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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.

Buy License Online — Maryland

Species Regulations

Tautog
Season:January 1 - May 15 and August 1 - December 31
Bag Limit:4 per person
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Possession limit is equal to the daily bag limit. Check for any seasonal closures or gear restrictions in specific areas.

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.

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.

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