U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters 

5.0/5 (68 reviews)
 Woods Wharf Road 4801, Shady Side, MD 20764, United States
5.0/5 (68 reviews)
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Woods Wharf Road 4801
Shady Side, MD, United States

U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters offers exciting fishing trips in Chesapeake Bay, Maryland. Captain Robert Flynn and his first mate welcome anglers of all skill levels. Come aboard and learn a new hobby, sharpen your skills, and have a productive day on the water!

Your vessel for the day is a 34’ Crusader offshore sport fishing boat. This spacious fishing machine comes powered by a 450 HP Cummins engine and has a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots. There is plenty of fishing space for up to 6 anglers.

The boat is fully fitted with the latest navigational electronics, including Garmin 1040sx Fishfinder and GPS. The vessel features a flybridge to spot any action going on beneath the surface, an ice-box for your catch, and other professional accessories. There is also a toilet on board, which is much-needed when spending a day on the water.

U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters specializes in a variety of fishing techniques and methods that work best in the local waters. You will be light tackle bottom fishing, trolling, spinning, and jigging. Before you make your first cast, the crew will guide you through the basics and teach you how to properly use the tackle.

The season begins in Mid-May and goes on through to December. You’ll hook into a variety of legendary East Coast fish including Striped Bass, blue catfish, white perch, spot, spanish mackerel and bluefish depending on the time of the season.  Ask the Captain ahead of time, which time of the season is best for the fish you want to target.

All trips come with all the necessary gear and tackle to make an outstanding catch possible. You will be provided with rods, reels, bait, lures, and a license. When you return to the shore, your catch will be cleaned and ready to jump straight into the frying pan.

Bring along any drinks and snacks you’d like to enjoy and fish on!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 68 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (66)

AWESOME!!
First time fishing trip went amazing!
First time fishing trip went amazing!
+63

Angler rating

67
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

92%

Showing 1 - 5 of 68 reviews
Showing: 5 of 68 reviews
Aaron C.
Aaron C.
5.0/5

Jun 16, 2025

Full Day Trip

June fishing trip

VERIFIED

 

 Aaron C. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters
 Aaron C. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters

Konstantine B.
Konstantine B.
5.0/5

Sep 1, 2024

Half Day Trip – Weekend (AM)

September fishing trip

VERIFIED

 

Captain replied
 Konstantine B. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters
 Konstantine B. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 2, 2024
We had a great time fishing with you. Hope what we did will pay dividends in your future fishing. We love teaching new folks this wonderful pastime. See out on the river.

Steve W.
Steve W.
5.0/5

Jul 13, 2024

Full Day Trip – Weekend

What a great day on the bay!

VERIFIED

We had a superb day fishing with Captains Matt and Rob on the Chesapeake. We’d been told it’s hard to find and catch Rockfish so we paid for an 8 hour trip to increase our chances. But both seaman knew the bay very well and worked hard to help us catch our limit by noon. Not only was the fishing great but we left feeling like we’d made two new fishing friends for many years to come. Thank you both for giving us a great day on the water!

We had a superb day fishing with Captains Matt and Rob on the Chesapeake. We’d been told it’s hard to find and catch Rockfish...  

Captain replied
 Steve W. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters
 Steve W. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 15, 2024
What a great day indeed. We thoroughly enjoyed having y’all on board with us and are looking forward to having you fish with us again. Hope everyone enjoyed the fresh fish dinner. Thanks for choosing us.

Kenneth H.
Kenneth H.
5.0/5

Jul 2, 2024

Half Day Trip (AM)

AWESOME!!

VERIFIED

Capt. Matt and Capt. Robert worked incredibly hard to get us on rock fish. We had a great day on the water from weather to waves. Capt. Matt was incredibly skillful with the boat and Capt. Robert was masterful with the cleaning our fish while the boat was on the move. If I could give 6 stars I would. The only bad thing of the day was that it had to end. Thanks Captains!!!!!!!

Capt. Matt and Capt. Robert worked incredibly hard to get us on rock fish. We had a great day on the water from weather to waves....  

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Captain replied
 Kenneth H. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters
 Kenneth H. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 9, 2024
Had a great time with you and your family. Thanks for your generosity and choosing us to fish with for your vacation.

Shannon C.
Shannon C.

Greenwood, IN

5.0/5

Jun 30, 2023

Half Day Trip – Weekend (PM)

Half day with Captain Rob and Captain Matt

VERIFIED

We came from Indiana to visit family and planned this trip. The captains suggested we head out to Baltimore to go where the fish were and they did not disappoint! My boys couldn’t keep up they had so much fun reeling in some big rockfish and getting to take home their catch and eat them for dinner. They’re already planning our next trip!

We came from Indiana to visit family and planned this trip. The captains suggested we head out to Baltimore to go where the fish...  

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Captain replied
 Shannon C. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters
 Shannon C. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 1, 2023
We had a great time with y'all. Enjoy the rest of your visit and hope that fish fry is great! Capt Rob/ Matt

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US $850 
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US $850 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 68 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (66)

AWESOME!!
First time fishing trip went amazing!
First time fishing trip went amazing!
+63

Angler rating

67
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

92%

Showing 1 - 5 of 68 reviews
Showing: 5 of 68 reviews
Aaron C.
Aaron C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

June fishing trip

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on June 16, 2025

 

 Aaron C. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters

Konstantine B.
Konstantine B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

September fishing trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip – Weekend (AM) on September 1, 2024

 

 Konstantine B. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 2, 2024
We had a great time fishing with you. Hope what we did will pay dividends in your future fishing. We love teaching new folks this wonderful pastime. See out on the river.

Steve W.
Steve W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

What a great day on the bay!

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip – Weekend on July 13, 2024

We had a superb day fishing with Captains Matt and Rob on the Chesapeake. We’d been told it’s hard to find and catch Rockfish so we paid for an 8 hour trip to increase our chances. But both seaman knew the bay very well and worked hard to help us catch our limit by noon. Not only was the fishing great but we left feeling like we’d made two new fishing friends for many years to come. Thank you both for giving us a great day on the water!

We had a superb day fishing with Captains Matt and Rob on the Chesapeake. We’d been told it’s hard to find and catch Rockfish so we paid for an 8 hour trip to increase our chances. But both seaman knew the bay very well and worked hard to help us catch our limit by noon. Not only was the fishing great but we left feeling like we’d made two new fishing friends for many years to come. Thank you both for giving us a great day on the water!  

 Steve W. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 15, 2024
What a great day indeed. We thoroughly enjoyed having y’all on board with us and are looking forward to having you fish with us again. Hope everyone enjoyed the fresh fish dinner. Thanks for choosing us.

Kenneth H.
Kenneth H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

AWESOME!!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on July 2, 2024

Capt. Matt and Capt. Robert worked incredibly hard to get us on rock fish. We had a great day on the water from weather to waves. Capt. Matt was incredibly skillful with the boat and Capt. Robert was masterful with the cleaning our fish while the boat was on the move. If I could give 6 stars I would. The only bad thing of the day was that it had to end. Thanks Captains!!!!!!!

Capt. Matt and Capt. Robert worked incredibly hard to get us on rock fish. We had a great day on the water from weather to waves. Capt. Matt was incredibly skillful with the boat and Capt. Robert was masterful with the cleaning our fish while the boat was on the move. If I could give 6 stars I would. The only bad thing of the day was that it had to end. Thanks Captains!!!!!!!  

Review media 0
 Kenneth H. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 9, 2024
Had a great time with you and your family. Thanks for your generosity and choosing us to fish with for your vacation.

Shannon C.
Shannon C.

Greenwood, IN

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half day with Captain Rob and Captain Matt

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip – Weekend (PM) on June 30, 2023

We came from Indiana to visit family and planned this trip. The captains suggested we head out to Baltimore to go where the fish were and they did not disappoint! My boys couldn’t keep up they had so much fun reeling in some big rockfish and getting to take home their catch and eat them for dinner. They’re already planning our next trip!

We came from Indiana to visit family and planned this trip. The captains suggested we head out to Baltimore to go where the fish were and they did not disappoint! My boys couldn’t keep up they had so much fun reeling in some big rockfish and getting to take home their catch and eat them for dinner. They’re already planning our next trip!  

Review media 0
 Shannon C. recommends U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 1, 2023
We had a great time with y'all. Enjoy the rest of your visit and hope that fish fry is great! Capt Rob/ Matt

FAQs about U.S. Blues Chesapeake Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
1999
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Crusader
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
21 knots
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