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Coastal Mid-Atlantic Fishing Report, August 28 Update:
The Coastal region continues to offer a little bit of everything, with sharks, spot, croaker, and a mix of inshore species keeping surf and inlet anglers busy. Offshore, flounder and sea bass remain available, while mahi and deepwater species are adding plenty of variety to the fishing. There have also been some impressive encounters with larger predators, making for an interesting week from the beach to the offshore grounds.
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Freshwater Fishing Report, August 28 Update:
Late-summer freshwater fishing remains productive, with largemouth bass and northern snakeheads following predictable warm-weather patterns in Maryland’s rivers, ponds, and tidal waters. The upper Potomac is producing some surprisingly large blue and flathead catfish, while recent rains have improved trout and smallmouth action in western Maryland. Surface flies, light jigs, and targeted presentations around grass and deeper structure are all… Read more from Freshwater...
Way North Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report, August 28 Update:
The lower Susquehanna continues to offer reliable summer action, with blue catfish holding in the deeper holes and current seams from Conowingo Dam down toward the Flats. Largemouth bass are also following classic late-summer patterns, with shallow grass and cover producing early and late before fish retreat to deeper water as the sun climbs. And with striped bass season reopening September first, the Susquehanna Flats and lower river… Read more from Way North...
Upper Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report, August 28 Update:
White perch, croaker, and snakeheads are providing solid action throughout the Upper Bay, while blue catfish remain a dependable option in deeper water. The September striped bass opener is also approaching, with several traditional Upper Bay locations poised to become important again as bait and water temperatures begin shifting. From light tackle around shoreline structure to bottom rigs over deeper contours, there are plenty of ways to… Read more from Upper Bay...
Middle Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report, August 28 Update:
The Middle Bay remains a mixed bag, with bluefish producing some excellent days around the Sharps Island area but proving frustratingly inconsistent on others. Croaker are providing dependable bottom-fishing action in the South River, while perch have been harder to find on the western shore but are showing in select areas. Add in a strong crabbing report from the West River, and there are several worthwhile options depending on what you… Read more from Middle Bay...
Lower Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report, August 28 Update:
Spanish mackerel are the big story in the Lower Bay, with concentrated schools providing fast action for trollers and light-tackle anglers when conditions cooperate. Bull red drum are also drawing plenty of attention around the Hoopersville to Target Ship area, while bluefish and undersized cobia are adding to the action. Recent trips have shown just how quickly the fishing can change, making this a region where finding the right… Read more from Lower Bay...
Tangier, Pocomoke, and Lower Shore Fishing Report, August 28 Update:
Tangier Sound is producing an impressive late-summer mix, with bull red drum providing the standout action along Virginia’s Eastern Shore and fish reaching well into the 40-inch range. Sheepshead, black drum, Spanish mackerel, and bluefish are also keeping anglers busy, with several different fisheries available depending on the tide and conditions. And with the Maryland striped bass season reopening September 1, rockfish… Read more from Tangier and Lower Shore...
Way South Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report, August 28 Update:
The Way South region is firing on several fronts, with Spanish mackerel and bluefish providing fast-paced action around the CBBT and Virginia Beach while cobia season enters its final stretch. Bull red drum remain a major attraction around the bridge, and flounder, sheepshead, spadefish, spot, croaker, and kingfish are rounding out the bottom-fishing options. Whether you’re looking for light-tackle action, a trophy fish, or a cooler… Read more from Way South...