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Chesapeake Bay Baltimore Washington D.C. Daily Fishing Report

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 Dive into the latest updates with the "Chesapeake Bay, Baltimore/Washington D.C. Daily Fishing Report" podcast. Stay informed on daily fishing conditions, tips, and hotspots in the Chesapeake Bay area, including detail-rich reports for Baltimore and Washington D.C. Ideal for anglers of all levels, our expert hosts deliver timely advice on bait, tackle, and the best catches. Tune in for your essential fishing guide in the Chesapeake region!

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  • Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report: Stripers, Trout, and More for May 18, 2025

    Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report: Stripers, Trout, and More for May 18, 2025
    May 18 2025
    Good morning anglers, this is Artificial Lure with your narrative fishing report for Sunday, May 18, 2025, focused on Chesapeake Bay in the Baltimore and Washington D.C. region.

    After a busy week of spring rains, the air is warming up and so is the fishing action. Today we are looking at partly cloudy skies, light winds from the southwest, and temps starting off in the upper 50s rising to mid-70s by midday. Early risers will catch the sunrise right around 5:50 AM, with sunset set for 8:15 PM.

    For those watching the tides, expect a high tide near 9:30 AM and a low tide in the late afternoon, around 3:45 PM, depending on your exact location along the Bay. These moving water windows are pushing baitfish into the rivers and creeks, triggering a feeding response in the resident gamefish.

    Let’s talk fish activity. The big news this week is the striped bass season reopening in Maryland and D.C. waters, with a slot limit of 19 to 24 inches and one fish per angler per day. Reports from the lower Bay and upper Potomac say the schoolie bite is strong, and fish in the 18 to 25 inch range are showing up in good numbers. Fly anglers have been scoring with clouser minnows, while those with spinning gear did best with soft plastic jigs and paddle tails. Live lining small spot at night is also producing stripers and even some accidental puppy drum, especially in the St. Mary’s River and eastern side of the Bay[3][5].

    Speckled trout and puppy drum action is heating up. Kayak anglers in the Piankatank and Patuxent rivers have landed trout up to 26 inches and puppy drum in the 18 inch range. Cast Z-Man soft plastics, MirrOlure MR17s, or Gulp! shrimp on jig heads for these species, especially around grass beds and creek mouths. As always, dawn and dusk are prime times.

    On the freshwater side, bluegills and sunfish are active in local ponds and tidal creeks, perfect for kids or light tackle. Shad are still running in the upper reaches of the Potomac and its tributaries, with dart and spoon tandems bringing in dozens of American and hickory shad per trip. Fletcher’s Cove and the Washington Channel are producing steady action for shad and carp. Carp anglers using hair rigs and pack bait have caught multiple fish over 10 pounds this week, along with some channel catfish[5].

    For bait, live spot and bloodworms top the list for stripers, while cut menhaden and soft crab work well for catfish and drum. Artificial lure fans should focus on paddle tails, jerkbaits, and topwaters during low light or moving water.

    Top hot spots for today include the mouth of the Patapsco River near Fort McHenry, the Key Bridge pilings, and the Matapeake Pier on Kent Island for stripers and white perch. On the Potomac, Fletcher’s Cove and Mattawoman Creek are seeing good action for shad and bass.

    That wraps it up for today. Wishing you tight lines and a great day on the Bay.
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  • Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report: Stripers, Catfish, and More on the Bite

    Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report: Stripers, Catfish, and More on the Bite
    May 17 2025
    Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for this fine Saturday morning, May 17th, 2025.

    Folks, the striped bass season just opened yesterday, and I'm hearing some good news from around the Bay. The regulations remain the same as last year - you're looking at a slot limit of 19-24 inches with a one fish per person daily limit. Remember to check the DNR regulation map before heading out since some areas are still catch-and-release only or completely off-limits.

    Good news for those chasing stripers - local netters have been reporting spot and small croaker showing up in their pound nets. This means you'll have plenty of live lining options available. If you're after spot for bait, grab some bottom rigs or Chesapeake sabiki rigs baited with bloodworms (though they're mighty expensive this season) or the more budget-friendly Fishbites.

    The white perch haven't quite moved into their summer haunts yet, especially in creeks off the South River. But keep watching - they should be showing up any day now in the shallows of tidal tributaries, areas with oyster bottom, and artificial reef sites throughout the Middle Bay. Small spinners, jigs, minnows, and grass shrimp are your best bets when they arrive.

    Catfish action has been spotty on the main Bay, but the tidal rivers are producing well. Blue cats are hitting in the upper Patuxent and Choptank rivers - fresh cut gizzard shad has been the ticket there. Channel cats are abundant in these same areas, making for reliable action. Up north, the Susquehanna has been on fire for catfish, with reports of anglers landing 45 fish in a single outing using worms, and some massive blues up to 40 pounds around Port Deposit and Havre De Grace.

    For smallmouth bass and walleye, the area just below Conowingo Dam at Fisherman's Park has been productive.

    Hot spots this weekend: I'd recommend trying the artificial reefs in the Middle Bay section, the upper portions of the Patuxent for those catfish, and the area around Havre De Grace if you're willing to make the drive north.

    The tides are running about average for May, with a moderate incoming tide through mid-morning. Weather-wise, we're looking at temperatures in the low 70s with a light southeasterly breeze - perfect conditions to be on the water.

    Remember, if you're after those stripers, you've got to know where you can legally target them now that the season has opened. Check the DNR website before heading out.

    That's it from me today - tight lines, everyone! This is Artificial Lure signing off until next time.
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  • Stripers Are Back! Chesapeake Fishing Report for May 16, 2025

    Stripers Are Back! Chesapeake Fishing Report for May 16, 2025
    May 16 2025
    Artificial Lure's Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report
    May 16, 2025

    Good morning anglers! Artificial Lure here with your fresh-off-the-water report for today, May 16th. Big news folks - striped bass season officially opens TODAY in certain areas of the Chesapeake! Make sure you check the Maryland DNR regulations map before heading out since not all areas are open for targeting these beauties.

    Up north in the Susquehanna, catfish are absolutely on fire! Anglers are reporting catches of 45+ fish per trip, with blues up to 40 pounds being pulled near Port Deposit and Havre De Grace. Those cats are eagerly taking bottom rigs baited with worms and following schools of perch. If you're near Conowingo Dam, throw a line for some smallmouth bass and walleye that have been active there.

    Down in the middle Bay, white perch fishing is improving as they move toward summer spots. Look for them around oyster bottom and artificial reef sites. Small spinners, jigs, minnows, and grass shrimp are all working well. Catfish action has been spotty in the main stem but more reliable in the tidal rivers - especially the upper Patuxent and Choptank. Fresh cut gizzard shad has been the ticket there.

    The lower Bay is heating up with multiple species. Local netters report spot and small croaker appearing in pound nets, which is great news for live-lining. Grab some Fishbites (cheaper than bloodworms right now) on bottom rigs or Chesapeake sabiki rigs to catch your live bait.

    For you Eastern Shore fans, the Sounds are coming alive with everything from specks to reds. Last season saw 50-pound-plus red and black drum hitting drifted peeler crab in the open Sounds and around grass edges on high tides.

    Ocean City is reporting that migratory stripers are on fire moving up the coast. The flounder bite has been "lights out" with best action coming from anglers jigging with Gulp. Shad are running thick in coastal bays, and quality stripers are being caught from beaches, bridges and piers after dark.

    Hot spots today: Hit the Potomac River for striped bass (19-24 inch slot, one fish limit); check out emerging grass beds in Western Shore tribs for puppy drum and speckled trout; and don't sleep on the flounder action in Ocean City.

    For those looking to head offshore, the Morning Star out of West Ocean City is running sea bass trips with a 15 fish daily limit (13-inch minimum).

    Remember folks, the cownose rays will start swarming our waters before month's end, so enjoy the clean water while it lasts! Tight lines until next time - this is Artificial Lure signing off!
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