Port Deposit, MD Fishing Trip — April
Your Port Deposit, MD Fishing Trip
April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 64°F / Low 47°F3.5" rain · 10 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in April
8 species
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentFlounder
Various
GoodMahi Mahi
Various
GoodBluefish
Trolling · Casting
GoodBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
GoodTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
GoodTuna
Trolling · Chunking
GoodWeakfish
Various
April Weather in Port Deposit
64°F
Avg High
47°F
Avg Low
3.5"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
38 Guides Near Port Deposit
No guides are based in Port Deposit, 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.
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.
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