Capital Blues Fishing Charters
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Book your next trip with Capital Blues Fishing Charters and experience a world-class Blue Catfish fishery right in our nation’s capital!

Trip hours are flexible—just ask! Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Also remember to bring snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

Your trip begins aboard a 18’ Sun Tracker pontoon boat with space for 6 passengers (please note: boat has a max of 750 pounds of passenger weight). It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. There’s a bucket-style toilet on board for your convenience.

Capt. Owen will provide rods, reels, bait, terminal tackle, and some bad fishing guide jokes.

Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to buy a DC fishing license for everyone in your group ages 16-64. This information is available online on the DC Government website, or you can ask the captain.

You can’t go wrong when you bring sunblock, a wide brim hat, and sunglasses. There will be bottled water provided. Alcohol is not allowed.

Now’s the time to experience fishing in Washington DC for yourself, with Capital Blues Fishing Charters!

  • You Keep Catch
  • Drinks
  • Toilet
  • Child Friendly
  • Rods, reels & tackle

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Evening Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 PM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $395
    Flexible hours to accomodate an after-work trip or enjoy an evening on the water while targeting big blue cats.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Catfish
    Catfish
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $395
    Perfect for families with children or those on a tight schedule. We will focus our fishing close to the city, below Key Bridge, to minimize commute time.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Catfish
    Catfish
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $495
    With additional time we can cover more water, including the scenic Potomac Gorge above Key Bridge.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Catfish
    Catfish
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $595
    On a full day trip, we can cover the most productive spots between Chain Bridge to the Wilson Bridge.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Catfish
    Catfish
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Excellent
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Beautiful scenery and good catch!
Beautiful scenery and good catch!
Great Time, Can't Wait to do it again
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German L.
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Great Time, Can't Wait to do it again

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip on August 24, 2024
It was my first at time fishing, and I wanted to share the experience with my wife and little girl. We caught plenty...
German L. recommends Capital Blues Fishing Charters
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Lucy C.
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Beautiful scenery and good catch!

VERIFIED   NEW  Evening Trip on September 7, 2024
Captain Owen is knowledgeable and friendly, the whole trip was both relaxing and exciting. We brought nothing on boat and left...
Lucy C. recommends Capital Blues Fishing Charters
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Chris G.
Ashburn, Virginia
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Great day with Captain Koch!

Half Day Trip on June 23, 2024
Highly recommended!  Owen took us on a perfect trip, to some great spots on the river for swimming and fishing.  And our...
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FAQs about Capital Blues Fishing Charters

Capital Blues Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $395 per group - Evening Trip (4 hours)
  • US $395 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $495 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $595 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Capital Blues Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
Trips booked with Capital Blues Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Drinks (Bottled water provided on board)
Capital Blues Fishing Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • River Fishing (Potomac and Anacostia Rivers in Washington, D.C.)
Capital Blues Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Trolling
  • Drift Fishing
Top targeted fish species with Capital Blues Fishing Charters include:
  • Catfish

Meet the Captain

Owen Koch
Arlington, Virginia, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
3 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since August 2024
I have fished the Potomac River for nearly 40 years. As a DC-area local, I feel a profound connection to the river and its history. I love sharing my passion for fishing, local history, and making unforgettable memories.

About this listing

Targeted species

Catfish Catfish

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Other
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
18 ft
Year built
2005
Boat manufacturer
Sun Tracker
Boat type
Pontoon
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 50HP
Max cruising speed
15 knots

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Potomac and Anacostia Rivers in Washington, D.C.

Fishing techniques

Trolling
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless Trolling Motor

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Drinks
Bottled water provided on board

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
No Alcohol
You Keep Catch
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Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

Recent fishing reports

Plenty of fish despite the heat!
Plenty of fish despite the heat!
August 24, 2024
Here in DC, the fish are still scattered due to the normal high summer water temperatures. Bigger fish (20# and above) are tougher to come by this time of year, but we've had plenty of success in the 10-15# category the last few weeks. Fishing a combination of bottom and suspended baits (fish, chicken, deer trimmings) from Key Bridge to Roosevelt Bridge has been productive in depths over 10 feet. When the sun is high, shaded areas and pilings from the numerous bridges in the city consistently hold fish. Bigger fish should be migrating up above Key Bridge once temps cool off in the coming weeks- September through November should be a great time to hit the water!
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