Chesapeake Bay Outdoors LLC – Crack of Dawn 

5.0/5 (54 reviews)
 255 Alexander Lane, Solomons, MD 20688, United States

Chesapeake Bay Outdoors LLC – Crack of Dawn 

Solomons, MD, United States
50 ft
42
5.0/5 (54 reviews)

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Join Captain Damon K Williams aboard the Crack of Dawn for a fishing adventure!

Captain Damon has worked the waters of the Chesapeake Bay for 30 years making his living Fishing, Crabbing, and Hunting! A Local to these areas his expertise is unrivaled.

Captain Damon Holds a USCG 100 ton Masters License for both Inland(Chesapeake Bay) and Coastal (Ocean up to 200 miles offshore), A Maryland Unlimited Tidal Fishing License, A Maryland Outfitters License, and a NOAA Highly Migratory Species Charter Boat Permit.

As a lifelong professional outdoorsman, you are in great hands with Captain Damon!

The Crack of Dawn is a Custom 50' Ronnie Carman Chesapeake Bay Deadrise. She, like all Chesapeake Bay Deadrises, was purposely built for fishing the waters of the Chesapeake Bay. Being 50' long and 16' wide she guarantees a safe and stable platform for your day of enjoyment on the water.

Large Cabin with seating, 2 A/Cs, and Heat. The Crack of Dawn carries a USCG Certificate of Inspection for 42 Passengers in the Chesapeake Bay, 28 Passengers up to 20 miles out into the Ocean, and 17 Passengers up to 100 miles out into the Ocean

All of our Charters are private... so just your group is on the boat with crew

Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome!

Your captain will provide all required rods & reels, tackle, and bait!

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so an 18-20% tip is customary.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, a hat, sunblock (non-spray), and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

If you have any questions about fishing with Chesapeake Bay Outdoors, just send Capt. Da

Join Captain Damon K Williams aboard the Crack of Dawn for a fishing adventure!

Captain Damon has worked the waters of the Chesapeake Bay for 30 years making his living Fishing, Crabbing, and Hunting! A Local to these areas his expertise is unrivaled.

Captain Damon Holds a USCG 100 ton Masters License for both Inland(Chesapeake Bay) and Coastal (Ocean up to 200 miles offshore), A Maryland Unlimited Tidal Fishing License, A Maryland Outfitters License, and a NOAA Highly Migratory Species Charter Boat Permit.

As a lifelong professional outdoorsman, you are in great hands with Captain Damon!

The Crack of Dawn is a Custom 50' Ronnie Carman Chesapeake Bay Deadrise. She, like all Chesapeake Bay Deadrises, was purposely built for fishing the waters of the Chesapeake Bay. Being 50' long and 16' wide she guarantees a safe and stable platform for your day of enjoyment on the water.

Large Cabin with seating, 2 A/Cs, and Heat. The Crack of Dawn carries a USCG Certificate of Inspection for 42 Passengers in the Chesapeake Bay, 28 Passengers up to 20 miles out into the Ocean, and 17 Passengers up to 100 miles out into the Ocean

All of our Charters are private... so just your group is on the boat with crew

Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome!

Your captain will provide all required rods & reels, tackle, and bait!

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so an 18-20% tip is customary.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, a hat, sunblock (non-spray), and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

If you have any questions about fishing with Chesapeake Bay Outdoors, just send Capt. Da

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Trip availability and prices

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3 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 3:45 PM
Seasonal trip
May 16 - Oct 15
Weakfish
Kingfish (Southern)
Perch (White)
US $495
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:45 AM, 11:15 AM)
Seasonal trip
May 16 - Oct 15
Weakfish
Perch (White)
US $595
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Fall Striper
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:30 AM, 12:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - Dec 10
Bass (Striped)
US $695
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip – Fall Striper
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - Dec 10
Bass (Striped)
US $795
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip – Spring Striper
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Jun 15
Bass (Striped)
US $795
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip – Summer
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jul 1 - Sep 30
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
US $795
Entire boat: 2 people
7 Hour Trip – Fall Striper
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 10:00 AM)
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - Dec 10
Bass (Striped)
US $995
Entire boat: 2 people
7 Hour Trip – Spring Striper
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 10:00 AM)
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Jun 15
Bass (Striped)
US $995
Entire boat: 2 people
7 Hour Trip – Summer
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip multiple starting times (5:30 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 30
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
US $995
Entire boat: 2 people
Trophy Striper Catch and Release
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Dec 11 - Apr 30
Bass (Striped)
US $1,095
Entire boat: 2 people
9 Hour Trip – Summer Cobia
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
9 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 11:00 AM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 30
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
US $1,195
Entire boat: 2 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
54 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (65)

What anglers say

96%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (54)

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Caroline Latson
Caroline Latson
us
Washington D.C., US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Awesome Trip!
5 Hour Trip – Spring Striper on June 13, 20265 adults

We booked a Father’s Day fishing trip with Capt. Damon and First Mate Dan, and it exceeded our expectations! From the moment we stepped aboard, we could tell the boat was well-maintained, clean, and comfortable. The air conditioning was a huge bonus and made the trip even more enjoyable. The fishing was great, and we caught a good amount of fish throughout the trip. What really made the experience stand out was First Mate Dan. He was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and an excellent instructor. Whether you are an experienced angler or new to fishing, Dan takes the time to teach, assist, and ensure everyone has a great experience. His work ethic was outstanding—he was constantly helping, preparing gear, and making sure everything ran smoothly. Capt. Damon and Dan make a fantastic team and clearly care about providing a top-notch charter experience. We had an amazing Father’s Day trip on the water and created memories that will last a lifetime. We would absolutely book with them again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a fun and successful fishing trip!

Max Rivera
Max Rivera
us
Washington D.C., US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
great experience
7 Hour Trip – Summer - 5:30 AM on July 18, 202632 adults3 children

Had an amazing fishing experience with this crew. Captain Damon was excellent, and the mate was extremely good. They made sure we had a great time and felt well taken care of the whole day. Highly recommend booking with them!

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Tamey Hitt
Tamey Hitt
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Best Trip!
5 Hour Trip – Summer - 1:00 PM on August 8, 20265 adults2 children

best trip with my sons and grandkids! we caught 42 spanish mackerils and 3 blues, the captain was great and the first mate was awesome too. suc a memorable trip! I would book with them again!

Dee Hinds
Dee Hinds
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great overall experience.
5 Hour Trip – Summer on July 23, 20265 adults4 children

We caught both bluefish and bottomfish. the capitain and mate were attentive to the grandchildren and worked hard to mai ize the experience. I highly recommend this charter. .

C. Black
C. Black
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
First Cobia of the 2026 season
9 Hour Trip – Summer Cobia - 6:00 AM on June 19, 20268 adults2 children

Captain D and his crew were awesome. The captain kept us on top of fish and his crewmate. Danny kept our reels loaded and in the water. We caught a ton of fish. I highly recommend this charter. We are planning on booking with him again in the future, have a wonderful season everyone.

Reported catch:
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)

FAQs about Chesapeake Bay Outdoors LLC – Crack of Dawn

Chesapeake Bay Outdoors LLC – Crack of Dawn offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $495 per group, additional US $55 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $595 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $595 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing - 11:15 AM (4 hours)
  • US $695 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Fall Striper (4 hours)
  • US $695 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Fall Striper - 12:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $795 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Fall Striper (5 hours)
  • US $795 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Fall Striper - 12:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $795 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Spring Striper (5 hours)
  • US $795 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Spring Striper - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $795 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Summer (5 hours)
  • US $795 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Summer - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $995 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 7 Hour Trip – Fall Striper (7 hours)
  • US $995 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 7 Hour Trip – Fall Striper - 10:00 AM (7 hours)
  • US $995 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 7 Hour Trip – Spring Striper (7 hours)
  • US $995 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 7 Hour Trip – Spring Striper - 10:00 AM (7 hours)
  • US $995 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 7 Hour Trip – Summer (7 hours)
  • US $995 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 7 Hour Trip – Summer - 5:30 AM (7 hours)
  • US $1,095 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - Trophy Striper Catch and Release (8 hours)
  • US $1,195 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 9 Hour Trip – Summer Cobia (9 hours)
  • US $1,195 per group, additional US $105 per person after 2 guests - 9 Hour Trip – Summer Cobia - 6:00 AM (9 hours)
When you book a trip with Chesapeake Bay Outdoors LLC – Crack of Dawn, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Radar
Trips booked with Chesapeake Bay Outdoors LLC – Crack of Dawn include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Chesapeake Bay Outdoors LLC – Crack of Dawn offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Chesapeake Bay Outdoors LLC – Crack of Dawn offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Chesapeake Bay Outdoors LLC – Crack of Dawn include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cobia
  • Kingfish (Southern)
  • Perch (White)
  • Redfish
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Weakfish

Your captain

Damon Williams
Damon Williams
Damon Williams

Solomons, Maryland, United States

ID & license verified
54 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2024
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Capt. Damon K Williams is a lifelong local professional outdoorsman with 30 years of commercial experience! With a multitude of Tournament Championships and the Finest equipment on the Bay. You are in great hands with Capt. Damon!

ID & license verified
54 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2024
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Capt. Damon K Williams is a lifelong local professional outdoorsman with 30 years of commercial experience! With a multitude of Tournament Championships and the Finest equipment on the Bay. You are in great hands with Capt. Damon!

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Southern Kingfish
Southern Kingfish
White Perch
White Perch
Redfish
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Weakfish
Weakfish
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Southern Kingfish
Southern Kingfish
White Perch
White Perch

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
42 persons
Boat length
50 ft
Year built
1998
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Ronnie Carman
Boat type
Downeast
Engine model
John Deere
Powered by
2 x 330HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Outriggers
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
First mate
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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 agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

What’s biting in Solomons right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
CobiaCobia
Kingfish (Southern)Kingfish (Southern)
Perch (White)Perch (White)
RedfishRedfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
WeakfishWeakfish

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