Upper Chesapeake Bay Fishing Reports

I think other than the weather fishing would’ve been a little better, plus going in trophy rock season probably wouldn’t do that again but we did catch some decent size cat fish.

Go out with Captain Wally - he's very knowledgeable. You'll have a great time and you'll catch lots of fish!

Ask for the boat “BIFF!!” You will not be disappointed!! I truly found a Captain that cares the fishing and catch and release!

I would just recommend making sure that the weather is right for you, especially if you are prone to seasickness (ours was great anyway).

Stay in-shore, practice with the smaller fishes! Your target should be bottom-feeders and whiting! You will have a great time, for the first time, if you try not to do to much.

If you’re hoping for rock fish (or whatever fish) make sure you can catch them. Turns out we missed fishing for rock fish by a day. Disappointing but still had a great time! Yes! We released the rock fish.

Despite it being late in the season, Captain Billy worked hard to make sure that the guys all caught their limit. The first mate took great care of them, and all had a wonderful day on the Bay. Worth every $. Do not hesitate to book!

come prepared - welcome letter from captain addresses everything you need to know about what to expect, and what to bring, etc. (good company, good tunes, good food, sunglasses, stay hydrated) Take the Non-drowsy Dramamine just in case -

Check the season of fish first. Rockfish were off season for the first 2 weeks ever on our trip.

Eat at Watermans Crab House then go catch fish. You’ll have a great time.

Helpful to go with Captain & First mate that will communicate about the sea.

Use Lucky Strike Charters if you want more than just a fishing experience. They are impressive, affordable and kid friendly.

You never know what you’ll bring in the boat. It was an off day, not a lot fish caught. But, still was a lot of fun.

Want to try earlier in the season to fish for larger Rockfish—we caught and released smaller ones this time.

Get in touch with Elligail Charters and show up with your cooler full and they'll take care of the rest!

Make sure you have a back-up fishing plan in case the Bay is unable to navigate.

You bet I'd recommend Deale fishing. Of course, we happened to have great weather just after the super hot heat wave in July 2019. Definite return trips in the future.

Great place to leave from and conveniently closer to home than other places

Good facilities. Fish cleaning station right on the pier. We had dinner at the Happy Harbor restaurant that is next to the pier.

My son and I thought this was a great trip. The captain was very knowledgeable, helpful, everything was great. We would definitely book another trip.