Strike Zone Charter Fishing from Solomons, MD

Strike Zone Charter Fishing 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 these 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 pilothouse, 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, a fighting chair, 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!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Per person Rockfish trips
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Jun 22
    US $280
    These trips are for those of you that don't have a full group of 6 people in your group but want to come Rockfishing. The minimum fee is based on 4 people. $140.00 per person. These trips target Rockfish (Striped Bass) and are only available in June 2024.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
  • Private trip
    3 hour introductory fishing trips
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 25 - Oct 15
    US $395
    These are NOT Rockfish trips or fill a cooler trips. These 3-hour trips are perfect for kids, families, beginners or groups that just want to spend a few hours out catching Spot and other fish. We will supply everything you need for a great time on the water. We'll fish in calm waters and catch Spot and other great-eating pan fish. Ice,bait,licenses and use of our rods is all included. We will teach you and the kids how to catch them. Bring a cooler to take your catch home in. We'll supply the ice!
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
  • Private trip
    June Rockfishing FLASH sale!
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Jun 30
    US $630
    June only! On these trips, you will be targeting Rockfish (Striped Bass). This is an ideal time to get outdoors and enjoy a day of catching Rockfish! June is prime time for Striped Bass in our area. We supply all you need for a day of fishing for Striped Bass. In
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
  • Private trip
    5 hours of bottom fishing
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Oct 20
    US $650
    Come fill your cooler with Spot and other great eating fish. Bait, rods, licenses and fish ice is included on our trips! We will target Spot, possibly mixed with other pan fish. Bring the family for a fun day of fishing and catching Spot and other good eating panfish! Come on down and get a cooler full of fish to take home!
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
  • Private trip
    Fall Rockfishing (Striped Bass)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 1 - Dec 1
    US $660
    On these trips, you will be targeting Rockfish (Striped Bass). This is an ideal time to get outdoors and enjoy a day of catching Rockfish! June is prime time for Striped Bass in our area. We supply all you need for a day of fishing for Striped Bass.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
  • Private trip
    Bluefish and possible other species
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Oct 1
    US $700
    July thru October ONLY! Fish for Bluefish possibly mixed with Spanish Mackerel, and other fish during this 5-hour trip. Spanish Mackerel are a great tasting white meat fish. Bluefish are good fried, baked or smoked. The Fall offers some of the best action of the year! No bottom fishing is offered on these trips. Fish cleaning options are available.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
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FAQs about Strike Zone Charter Fishing from Solomons, MD

Strike Zone Charter Fishing from Solomons, MD offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $140 per person - Per person Rockfish trips (5 hours)
  • US $395 per group - 3 hour introductory fishing trips (3 hours)
  • US $630 per group - June Rockfishing FLASH sale! (5 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 5 hours of bottom fishing (5 hours)
  • US $660 per group - Fall Rockfishing (Striped Bass) (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Bluefish and possible other species (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
  • Lures
  • First Mate (Tipping policy: 20% )
  • Fishing License

Strike Zone Charter Fishing from Solomons, MD offers the following types of fishing:
  • 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
  • Perch (White)
  • Spanish Mackerel

Meet the Captain

Wally Williams
Solomons, Maryland, United States
20 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
47 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
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.

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

P. L. Jones (Pilothouse) originally built in 2001. Powered by a 700HP Caterpillar engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots.

Length
42 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
The Chesapeake Bay
Nearshore Fishing
The Chesapeake Bay

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fully enclosed, private restroom
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Planner boards, when applicable

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
First Mate
Tipping policy: 20%
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.

Listing policies

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

Payment

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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3 hour trip with Captain Wally and first mate Sharon
3 hour trip with Captain Wally and first mate Sharon
3 hour trip with Captain Wally and first mate Sharon
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3 hour trip with Captain Wally and first mate Sharon

VERIFIED   3 hour introductory fishing trips on August 9, 2023
Wonderful fishing experience with my granddaughter, Captain Wally, and First Mate Sharon. Captain Wally and Sharon really went...
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Very friendly

VERIFIED   Per person Rockfish trips on November 16, 2023
Captain and first mate were very friendly and answered any questions you had for them. I very very much look forward to going...
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Regina S.
Upper Marlboro, Maryland
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3 Hours of Fun Fishing

VERIFIED   3 hour introductory fishing trips on July 16, 2023
What an enjoyable and awesome experience me and my daughters had fishing with Wally & Sharon! They knew exactly where the fish...
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VERIFIED   Per person Rockfish trips on June 8, 2023
We had a good day out on the Chesapeake bay and Patuxent river. Capt Wally and Sharon were great. It was tough finding the...
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California, Maryland
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Spot fish trip

VERIFIED   3 hour introductory fishing trips on August 4, 2023
What a wonderful experience! Wally had us on the fish right away and made it a great trip for us and the kids. We are ready...
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