Strike Zone Charter Fishing from Solomons, MD 

4.9
(66 reviews)
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 14755 Dowell Road, Solomons, MD 20629, United States–

Strike Zone Charter Fishing from Solomons, MD 

Solomons, MD, United States
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42 ft
6
4.9
(66 reviews)

Strike Zone Charter Fishing is a family friendly business so no alcohol or drugs are permitted onboard. We will take you on an adventure through the Chesapeake Bay with a professional crew, dedicated to giving you the best fishing experience possible. Captain Wally Williams has been fishing Solomons area waters for over 50 years and he knows all the best spots to get you hooked. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned angler, your trip will be catered to best fit your preferences.

Your boat for the day is a spacious 42’ P. L. Jones solid fiberglass vessel, outfitted with all the amenities you need for a successful day on the bay. She comes with top-of-the-line navigational and fishfinding technology, planer boards, chairs, a live bait tank, and more!

The cabin is air-conditioned for those hot summer days and heated in the winters. The inside is comfortable and has plenty of space for the whole family to kick back and relax. She also comes with a private restroom, making her perfect for those all-day trips.

Kids ages 6 and up are welcome to join in on the action. Capt. Wally is an excellent instructor with decades of experience teaching kids how to fish. He loves taking families out on the water and showing people why the Chesapeake Bay is the best place to learn how to fish.

Depending on the season, you’ll be targeting Striped Bass, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and many more. You’ll have the option of bottom fishing, trolling, or jigging, and your captain will provide you with top-notch rods and reels, as well as live bait and high-performance lures

All you need to bring is a cooler for your food and drinks and zip-lock bags for your catch. Just arrive 15 minutes before departure, and the rest will be taken care of. Come on down to Solomons, MD and get ready to create lasting memories with Strike Zone Charter Fishing!

Strike Zone Charter Fishing is a family friendly business so no alcohol or drugs are permitted onboard. We will take you on an adventure through the Chesapeake Bay with a professional crew, dedicated to giving you the best fishing experience possible. Captain Wally Williams has been fishing Solomons area waters for over 50 years and he knows all the best spots to get you hooked. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned angler, your trip will be catered to best fit your preferences.

Your boat for the day is a spacious 42’ P. L. Jones solid fiberglass vessel, outfitted with all the amenities you need for a successful day on the bay. She comes with top-of-the-line navigational and fishfinding technology, planer boards, chairs, a live bait tank, and more!

The cabin is air-conditioned for those hot summer days and heated in the winters. The inside is comfortable and has plenty of space for the whole family to kick back and relax. She also comes with a private restroom, making her perfect for those all-day trips.

Kids ages 6 and up are welcome to join in on the action. Capt. Wally is an excellent instructor with decades of experience teaching kids how to fish. He loves taking families out on the water and showing people why the Chesapeake Bay is the best place to learn how to fish.

Depending on the season, you’ll be targeting Striped Bass, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and many more. You’ll have the option of bottom fishing, trolling, or jigging, and your captain will provide you with top-notch rods and reels, as well as live bait and high-performance lures

All you need to bring is a cooler for your food and drinks and zip-lock bags for your catch. Just arrive 15 minutes before departure, and the rest will be taken care of. Come on down to Solomons, MD and get ready to create lasting memories with Strike Zone Charter Fishing!

Wally Williams
Captain
Wally Williams
42 years of experience
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3 Hr Bottom fishing (8-11am)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 15 - Oct 15
US $425
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 hr bottom fishing (730am-1130am)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 9 - Oct 5
US $550
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 hr Bluefishing
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 1 - Oct 5
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
US $575
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Fall Rockfish trip (Striped Bass)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 26 - Dec 3
Bass (Striped)
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 hr Bluefishing
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 1 - Oct 5
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
US $775
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.9
66 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (88)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

Reviews (66)

  • Terrell Mallory
    Terrell Mallory
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Trip Ever!

    4 hr bottom fishing (730am-1130am) on July 2, 2026 • 3 adults

    We went for my dad’s 66th birthday and Captain Wally and First Mate Sharon were absolutely a joy! they gave great instruction, prepared everything from Bait to rod, drove us to plenty different spots to fish. we left with over 80 fish. cant wait to book with them again! we had such a core memory experience. They were the absolute best! I’d confidently recommend them to anybody!

  • Greg A Crites
    Greg A Crites
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome fishing trip!

    4 hr bottom fishing (730am-1130am) on June 13, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child

    The Captain and first mate were awesome! They were very personable and laid back, helpful and knowledgeable. This trip was a first family boat trip with the grandson and it did not disappoint. This trip would be great for anglers of all ages.

  • Brittany Livers
    Brittany Livers
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing trip!

    WEEKDAY ROCKFISH SPECIAL OFFER on November 20, 2025 • 6 adults • 2 children

    booked for a birthday celebration and nothing but praises from everyone who attended. the captain and his wife were very knowledgeable and even showed the kids around the boat and what to look for to finding the fish. Ended up catching over 20 fish.. it was just an amazing time would definitely do this trip with them again.

  • Michael Hoover
    Michael Hoover
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Fishing Trip

    Fall Rockfish trip (Striped Bass) on October 11, 2025 • 6 adults

    We had a great time on the boat! We caught fish, and Wally and Sharon are awesome!! We would definitely like to do another trip. Highly recommend!!

  • John Mohler
    John Mohler
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Incredible day!

    4 hr bottom fishing (730am-1130am) on August 10, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child

    We went out bottom fishing with Capt Wally and Sharon and had an absolute blast. We had 3 preteens with two dads and they catered so well to us being beginners with instruction and plenty of fish! Capt Wally is so knowledgeable, having spent almost his whole life fishing the area. We went to a couple different spots and caught about 70 or more fish(spot, croakers) and a handful of toadfish in our four hour tour. They taught us a quick easy way to clean them and we had some great eating tonight. We’ll definitely be back!

  • Terry Hill
    Terry Hill
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great for beginners and young anglers

    Bluefish trip on August 5, 2025 • 5 adults

    Capt Wally and his first mate Sharon were great. They took time to explain our options regarding fishing and length of the day’s events. The captain worked with us to ensure we got what we wanted, lots of fishing and plenty of “action”. We’ll definitely be back.

  • Charlie Battleson
    Charlie Battleson
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Expert fishfinders. Memorable Father’s Day

    Rockfishing in June (Striped Bass) on June 16, 2024 • 6 adults • 3 children

    Wally and Sharon provided us with a memorable fishing experience. We caught our limit of rockfish in water temperatures that we weren’t supposed to find any. They were wonderful teachers for us as novice fisherman, and for our kids. You will not regret booking a trip with this crew. We can’t wait for the next time!

  • Jaime Doyle
    Jaime Doyle
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip, we'll worth it

    3 Hr Bottom fishing (8-11am) on August 31, 2025 • 2 adults

    Had a really fun time taking a 3 hour bottom fishing charter. Great boat, fun captain and help mate. Had a fun time talking and fishing with my son

  • Robert (bob) Bodnar
    Robert (bob) Bodnar
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    3 hour trip with Captain Wally and first mate Sharon

    3 hr Bottom fishing 8am-11am on August 9, 2023 • 2 adults

    Wonderful fishing experience with my granddaughter, Captain Wally, and First Mate Sharon. Captain Wally and Sharon really went above and beyond to make our day special. They knew how to work with my granddaughter to enable her to have a great fun fishing experience! If you have kids they will work hard to be sure they have a fun time like my granddaughter and I had. Sharon, Aubrie slept in her shirt, she loves it.

  • Regina Smith
    Regina Smith
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    3 Hours of Fun Fishing

    3 hr Bottom fishing 8am-11am on July 16, 2023 • 4 adults

    What an enjoyable and awesome experience me and my daughters had fishing with Wally & Sharon! They knew exactly where the fish were biting. I didn't think that 3 hours would be enough time, but we filled that 5 gallon bucket with spots and others. By the end, we all felt like it was definitely worth it and understood why it was only 3 hours! We were reeling in fish every 1 to 2 minutes!

Rating

4.9
66 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (88)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (66)

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Terrell Mallory
Terrell Mallory
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Best Trip Ever!
4 hr bottom fishing (730am-1130am) on July 2, 2026 • 3 adults

We went for my dad’s 66th birthday and Captain Wally and First Mate Sharon were absolutely a joy! they gave great instruction, prepared everything from Bait to rod, drove us to plenty different spots to fish. we left with over 80 fish. cant wait to book with them again! we had such a core memory experience. They were the absolute best! I’d confidently recommend them to anybody!

Wally Williams
Response from Captain

Thank you very much for the nice review. You guys were fast learners and made it fun for us as well. Capt. Wally

Greg Crites
Greg Crites
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Awesome fishing trip!
4 hr bottom fishing (730am-1130am) on June 13, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

The Captain and first mate were awesome! They were very personable and laid back, helpful and knowledgeable. This trip was a first family boat trip with the grandson and it did not disappoint. This trip would be great for anglers of all ages.

Wally Williams
Response from Captain

Thank you Greg. We appreciate you allowing us to take your family out with us.

Lloyd Brew
Lloyd Brew
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Best Trip Ever
4 hr bottom fishing (730am-1130am) on July 16, 2026 • 6 adults

This was one of the best fishing trips ever, the captain and his mate were very helpful and informative with tips to catch more fish, they were kind and friendly, I would recommend anyone to this wonderful experience.

Wally Williams
Response from Captain

Thank you very much! We appreciate you taking time to recognize our efforts. We hope to see you again in the future.

Brittany Livers
Brittany Livers
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Amazing trip!
WEEKDAY ROCKFISH SPECIAL OFFER on November 20, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

booked for a birthday celebration and nothing but praises from everyone who attended. the captain and his wife were very knowledgeable and even showed the kids around the boat and what to look for to finding the fish. Ended up catching over 20 fish.. it was just an amazing time would definitely do this trip with them again.

Wally Williams
Response from Captain

Thank you! We really enjoyed having the guys out with us today. We look forward to seeing them again.

Ronnie Tookes
Ronnie Tookes
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2019
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Wally
3 Hr Bottom fishing (8-11am) on August 26, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

Wally Williams
Response from Captain

Thank you very much. We appreciate it.

FAQs about Strike Zone Charter Fishing from Solomons, MD

Strike Zone Charter Fishing from Solomons, MD offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $425 per group - 3 Hr Bottom fishing (8-11am) (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 4 hr bottom fishing (730am-1130am) (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 4 hr Bluefishing (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Fall Rockfish trip (Striped Bass) (5 hours)
  • US $775 per group - 5 hr Bluefishing (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Strike Zone Charter Fishing from Solomons, MD, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Fully enclosed, private restroom
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers Planner boards, when applicable
  • Ice box Large fish box filled with ice
  • Radar
Trips booked with Strike Zone Charter Fishing from Solomons, MD include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (If you go live lining for Rockfish it's possible we'll catch bait 1st.)
  • Lures
  • First mate (Tipping policy: 20% )
  • Fishing license (We supply all licenses needed for a day of fishing with us!)
Strike Zone Charter Fishing from Solomons, MD offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Patuxent River)
  • Inshore fishing (The Chesapeake Bay )
  • Nearshore fishing (The Chesapeake Bay )
Strike Zone Charter Fishing from Solomons, MD offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Strike Zone Charter Fishing from Solomons, MD include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Perch (White)
  • Spanish Mackerel

Your captain

Wally Williams
Wally Williams

Solomons, Maryland, United States

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
66 Customer reviews
Typical response within 3 hours
Member since July 2019

Captain Wally Williams holds a US Coast Guard 100-Ton Master License and has been fishing the Chesapeake Bay for over 45 years. He owes his father, Major Charles Williams, USAF (ret) for instilling his passion for fishing. Capt. Wally still enjoys being out on the water everyday and will do his best to help you have a fun time.

Wally Williams
Wally Williams
Fully verified
1
reports
66
reviews
2019
member since
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response
Captain Wally Williams holds a US Coast Guard 100-Ton Master License and has been fishing the Chesapeake Bay for over 45 years. He owes his father, Major Charles Williams, USAF (ret) for instilling his passion for fishing. Capt. Wally still enjoys being out on the water everyday and will do his best to help you have a fun time.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
White Perch
White Perch
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
White Perch
White Perch
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel

Real catches by this captain

  • Awesome fishing trip!
    Greg A.
    Greg A.
  • Amazing trip!
    Brittany L.
    Brittany L.
  • Awesome Fishing Trip
    Michael H.
    Michael H.
  • Incredible day!
    John M.
    John M.
  • Great for beginners and young anglers
    Terry H.
    Terry H.
  • Good Time
    David H.
    David H.
  • Expert fishfinders. Memorable Father’s Day
    Charlie B.
    Charlie B.
  • Great day on the Strike Zone
    Troy H.
    Troy H.
  • September fishing trip
    Marjorie W.
    Marjorie W.
  • Family Morning fishing trip with Captain Wally
    Brad B.
    Brad B.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
P. L. Jones
Boat type
Pilothouse
Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
1 x 700HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fully enclosed, private restroom
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Outriggers
Planner boards, when applicable
Ice box
Large fish box filled with ice
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
If you go live lining for Rockfish it's possible we'll catch bait 1st.
Lures
First mate
Tipping policy: 20%
Fishing license
We supply all licenses needed for a day of fishing with us!

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Ages 6 & up
No alcohol
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Within the rules allowed by MD DNR

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

What’s biting in Solomons right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
Perch (White)Perch (White)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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