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Potomac River: 20 fishing charters available

The Fishing Detective Guide Agency
The Fishing Detective Guide Agency

Woodbridge • 21 ft • 2 people

The Fishing Detective Guide Agency is located in Marbury and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. Capt. Kenneth will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4-hour trips, mainly fishing for Snakehead and

"From the moment we boarded the boat, Captain Ken was a consummate professional." —⁠ Heidi,
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trips fromUS $285
Capital Blues Fishing Charters
Capital Blues Fishing Charters

Arlington • 18 ft • 6 people

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 can be customized—just ask! Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids a

"Captain Owen really made this a great fishing experience for me and and family." —⁠ Richard,
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trips fromUS $355
Capt. Brian with Thomason Tradition
Capt. Brian with Thomason Tradition

Leonardtown • 28 ft • 6 people

Enjoy a day on the water with Capt. Brian Thomason, in his new 28’ Sportsman 282 TE, named Second Chance. He will always try his best to provide a top-notch light tackle fishing charter. Fishing is his passion, and he truly enjoys his time spent on

"Brian is a great , even more, an outsanding skipper ! Due to bad weather conditions on the day before, finding the «  big fish » was really very difficult." —⁠ Jean-pierre,
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trips fromUS $500
C&S Charter And Guide Services
C&S Charter And Guide Services

Montross • 26 ft • 6 people

C&S Charter And Guide Services is located in Montross and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. Capt. Chad will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Bass, depen

"Chad and his son adjusted our trip because of high winds. Chad..." —⁠ James,
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trips fromUS $220
Beach Bum Charters
Beach Bum Charters

King George • 27 ft • 4 people

If fishing in King George is on your bucket list, look no further than Beach Bum Charters. With Captain Wyatt at the helm, you’ll benefit from years of knowledge and experience. Depending on the season, you might hook into Striped Bass, Catfish, Blu

"Captain Wyatt was great for novices and with kids. Overall was a great experience, and I would recommend it!" —⁠ Gilbert,
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trips fromUS $550
Backdraft Charter Fishing – Welcome
Backdraft Charter Fishing – Welcome

Compton • 46 ft • 35 people

Ready to go fishing on the Potomac River? Look no further than Backdraft Charter Fishing! With Captain Doug Collison at the helm, you’ll benefit from years of knowledge and experience. Species like Striped Bass, Catfish, White Perch, Spanish Mackere

"We had the best family fishing trip Capt Doug & Kenny were 100% professional, worked well together and kept us entertained." —⁠ Trish, Maryland
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trips fromUS $800
Desperate Measures Guide Service
Desperate Measures Guide Service

Dameron • 26 ft • 4 people

Based out of Dameron, Maryland Desperate Measures Guide Service is your ticket to world class Light Tackle and Fly Fishing on the Chesapeake Bay. Capt. Cole will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. He specializes in light tackle,

"We had a great time!  Cole is a great captain and knows his stuff." —⁠ Jeffrey,
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trips fromUS $650
Indian Head Charters
Indian Head Charters

Indian Head • 17 ft • 2 people

Make the most of your time in Indian Head and go fishing with Indian Head Charters. These waters are known for Largemouth Bass, Snakehead, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. On these trips, you can expect to spin usin
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trips fromUS $375
Salty Siren Fishing (Southern Bay)
Salty Siren Fishing (Southern Bay)

Ridge • 26 ft • 5 people

Salty Siren Fishing is your ticket to a memorable time on the Chesapeake Bay. We split the season between our Southern Bay location in Ridge, MD, and our Northern Bay location in Pasadena, MD. Please check both listings for a full year of fishing fun! Cap
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trips fromUS $650
On DeK Outdoors Bowfishing Charter
On DeK Outdoors Bowfishing Charter

Woodbridge • 20 ft • 5 people

If bowfishing in Woodbridge is on your bucket list, look no further than On DeK Outdoors Bowfishing Charter. Having logged many hours in these waters, Captain Matthew is prepared to show you a great adventure. Garfish, Catfish, Carp, and more can be found

"Great time. Seen more fish than your group could ever shoot." —⁠ Josh, ME
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trips fromUS $850
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Fishing in Potomac River

Fishing has been a big part of the Potomac River’s economy, recreation, and way of life throughout history. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing day on the river or an action-packed adventure, there’s a little bit of something in store for everyone!

A variety of species inhabit the Potomac River, including Striped Bass (locally referred to as Rockfish), Snakehead, Perch, Catfish, and Trout. You’ll also find fisheries that hold solid numbers of Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Crappie, Walleye, Muskellunge, Pike, and Freshwater Eel.

There are plenty of Potomac River fishing guides that provide a wide variety of packages, designed to meet your specific needs. Shorter trips are perfect for beginners, while longer trips are great for those looking to cover more ground and target a wider variety of fish.

Some towns to check out when planning your fishing trip are Washington, DC and Alexandria, VA. These cities in the middle of the Potomac have easy access to both the upper and lower part of the river. You can also find guides on the Potomac-Chesapeake Bay Delta. Trips around Tall Timbers and Leonardtown, MD are ideal for combining river and bay fishing. These are also great spots to go crabbing – an extremely fun activity for the whole family!

Rules & Regulations

If you’re over the age of 16, you’ll need to obtain a valid fishing license, regardless of whether you’re fishing in MD, VA, or DC. Keep in mind, certain species are subject to seasonality and cannot be targeted at certain times of the year. Just be sure to check with your guide before heading out as each state has its own specific laws and regulations that you’ll have to pay attention to.

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Potomac River Fishing Seasons

January

Most of the fish are sluggish this time of year but Catfishing is still solid. Target them under bridges and use a slip-sinker rig to get them out of their holes.

February

Largemouth Bass and Crappie fishing can reap some rewarding catches, especially in areas between Alexandria and Fort Washington. Catfishing is solid in many spots throughout the river as well.

March

As spring rolls around, the fishing really starts to heat up. Likely catches this month include Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, as well as Brown and Rainbow Trout.

April

As the water temperatures start to warm up, the fishing only gets better! In April you can expect to catch Snakehead, Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Rainbow and Brown Trout, and Catfish.

May

May marks the beginning of Striper season. This fish is the pride and joy of the Potomac. You can target them throughout the river but head to the delta for the really big ones!

June

June is a pretty busy time in the nation’s capital, so be sure to plan your trip ahead of time. The fishing is great too. Striped Bass, Crappie, Perch, Snakehead, and Catfish are just some of the fish you can target this month.

July

Plan a trip around the Fourth of July and watch the Independence Day fireworks on the National Mall. When it comes to fishing, you can expect to catch Striped Bass, Rainbow Trout, Crappie, Snakehead, and Perch.

August

Head to the mouth of the river for a change of pace and target the likes of Cobia, Flounder, Redfish, and Black Drum. Plan a crabbing trip with the family for some famously delicious Maryland Blue Crab!

September

Fall is a great time for fishing on the Potomac River. In September, you’ll most likely be targeting Striped, Largemouth, and Smallmouth Bass, Crappie, Perch, Snakehead, and Catfish.

October

Striped Bass and Crappie fishing remain hot throughout the fall. You can also target large numbers of Catfish and Snakehead in many spots along the river.

November

As the water temperatures cool off, so does the fishing. Lots of fish become lazy, except for Striped Bass, Catfish, and Crappie. You can also find solid numbers of Largemouth Bass near rocky or gravely banks of the river.

December

Cities and towns along the river are filled with holiday cheer! Plan your trip around Christmas time and be sure to check out the National Christmas Tree along with many other wintertime festivities.

Potomac River Fishing Calendar

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