Rock Hall, MD Fishing Trip — May
Your Rock Hall, MD Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 72°F / Low 59°F7.8" rain · 15 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
ExcellentHybrid Striped Bass
Various
May Weather in Rock Hall
72°F
Avg High
59°F
Avg Low
7.8"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
9 Guides Matched
Prepare for Your Trip
Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
For Your Target Species
For Inshore Fishing
For the Season
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
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
Things to Do in Rock Hall
Activities for your non-fishing days
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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.
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:30-inch minimum
Anglers are encouraged to harvest and remove invasive catfish species.
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.