Fresh Chincoteague Island Fishing Reports

Finished the day with 11 keeper Flounder. Added to the 22 inch Trout and plump Striped Bass yesterday, I'd have to say all the wind and rain the last week has had minimal impact. Looking forward to a stretch of dry stable weather with plenty of bookings. There are still a few days left open in May if you're looking to book. Get out before it gets muggy, buggy and hot. Aloha!

Usually flounder season peaks in early May. The numbers on the current season would indicate that either we're peaking in mid April or else an incredible best is yet to come. Either way, numerous limits with some very nice fish (20 inch+) are to be had. A few very large dogfish have shown as well. These are hard fighting and great sport on a flounder rod. Stay tuna'd as the season progresses. Aloha!

A weather day today allowing us to catch our breath after a week where the flounder and black drum poured into the Chincoteague area. A north wind today and tomorrow will hold things down but the bite should break back out as temps rise and winds settle (hopefully) as the week progresses. Still have some open dates week after next so don't ride the fence too long. Summer here we come! Aloha!

We usually see our first flounder in early April. This year, however, we've been having a steady catch of nice keepers since mid March. Very busy with spring breakers this upcoming week so hopefully will have nice catches to report on. Please remember it is early so dress for 10 degrees colder than the forecast is calling for. Will report again in 2 weeks so stay tuna'd. Aloha!

Tina and Gregg from Warrenton VA. get the season rolling early with a couple surprise flounder. The water was a chilly 44 degrees, too cold for fish to bite, but don't tell it to these flatties. Hopefully this is a sign of great things to come! Aloha!

This month we kick off fishing 2023 with a Key Largo Bonefish trip. Bones are the fastest things with fins and terrified of their own shadows (if you spent your life in 2 feet or less of water surrounded by barracuda and sharks you'd be terrified too!). Using a stealthy kayak we were able to get close enough for numerous shots at feeding fish, resulting in three to hand. Success and a great start to the season. Bring on those flounder!