Dubbed as the “Pearl of the Chesapeake,” Rock Hall is a quaint town with a long fishing tradition. It’s situated in the upper part of the bay, giving it access to abundant inshore fishing grounds. So whether you’re looking to catch some fish or pick up some delicious crustaceans, Rock Hall fishing charters will help you plan your ideal trip.
For most anglers, Striped Bass are the first thing that pops to mind when thinking about fishing the Chesapeake Bay. Known locally as Rockfish, these creatures are hard fighters that can grow to trophy sizes. Around these parts, the Striped Bass season opens around mid-May and runs until December, with a brief closure period around July.
Of course, many other species are swimming in the bay. Some of the fish you can come across include White Perch, Spotted Seatrout, Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Redfish, and more. Crabbing is another popular activity in these waters. If you’ve been craving some Maryland Blue Crab, the resident captains can show you some of their top spots and teach you how to go Crab dipping like a local.
Rock Hall features several marinas and boat ramps that captains like to use as meetup points. They’re all close to each other so you’ll have no issue getting around. Both half day and full day trips offer plenty of excitement, with full days being better suited for seasoned anglers. Most captains love having families with children on board. Just make sure to give your kid a helping hand if they accidentally hook into a trophy Rockfish!
Rules & Regulations
If you’re fishing aboard a licensed charter, you won’t need a fishing license as the captain will cover you. Individual anglers aged 16 or older will have to obtain valid Maryland fishing licenses.
Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Smallmouth)
Bass (Striped)
Black Drum
Bluefish
Carp
Catfish
Cobia
Crab
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Perch (White)
Redfish
Seabass (Black)
Shark (Bull)
Sheepshead
Spadefish
Spanish Mackerel
Spotted Seatrout
Tarpon
Tautog
