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Coastal Mid-Atlantic Fishing Report, May 29 Update:
Coastal fishing has been challenged by recent wind, rain, and dirty water conditions, but opportunities remain available from the surf to the offshore grounds. Flounder fishing has been slow in the back bays, though anglers expect the bite to improve as water clarity returns. Along the beaches, black drum, red drum, kingfish, bluefish, and large sand tiger sharks are providing action, especially during low-light periods. Offshore, sea bass… Read more from Coastal...
Freshwater Fishing Report, May 29 Update:
Recent rainfall has improved river flows across much of the region, helping freshwater fishing opportunities. Smallmouth bass, trout, catfish, and largemouth bass are all providing steady action in rivers, streams, and lakes. Anglers are finding success around current breaks, grass edges, and shoreline cover as fish transition toward summer patterns. Snakehead activity is also increasing as water temperatures rise and aquatic vegetation continues to… Read more from Freshwater...
Way North Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report, May 29 Update:
Fishing in the Way North region remains strong, with bass, catfish, and snakehead providing consistent action. The Susquehanna Flats continue to improve as grass growth expands and bass move into post-spawn feeding patterns. Catfish fishing below Conowingo Dam has benefited from increased water flow, producing good catches of blue, flathead, and channel catfish. White perch are transitioning into their summer locations throughout the… Read more from Way North...
Upper Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report, May 29 Update:
The Upper Bay is producing solid striped bass action around the Bay Bridge, Pooles Island, Hart-Miller Island, and nearby shorelines. Topwater fishing has been especially productive during early mornings and overcast conditions, while jigging and live-lining opportunities continue to improve as spot become more abundant. White perch fishing remains steady in creeks and tributaries, and anglers are also finding success targeting bass and… Read more from Upper Bay...
Middle Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report, May 29 Update:
The Middle Bay continues to offer excellent striped bass fishing despite periods of unsettled weather. Fish are being found around docks, riprap, bridge pilings, grass flats, and shoreline points, with topwater action remaining a highlight during favorable tides and low-light conditions. Anglers are also finding success jigging around the Bay Bridge and working shallow structure throughout western shore rivers. Spot are beginning to show up… Read more from Middle Bay...
Lower Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report, May 29 Update:
The Lower Bay is providing a mix of striped bass, catfish, white perch, bluefish, spot, and croaker opportunities. Striped bass continue to hold around shallow structure and bridge areas, while spot and croaker numbers are steadily increasing as summer species move farther up the Bay. Bluefish are beginning to appear more regularly, and anglers remain hopeful for stronger runs of Spanish mackerel later this season. Catfish fishing has also… Read more from Lower Bay...
Tangier, Pocomoke, and Lower Shore Fishing Report, May 29 Update:
The Tangier region continues to shine as one of the Bay's best destinations for red drum and black drum. Anglers are finding fish on grass flats, marsh shorelines, oyster bars, and rocky bottom areas, with both natural baits and artificial lures producing results. Striped bass remain available in the shallows, while bluefish are becoming more common throughout the region. Sheepshead are also expected to become a bigger part of… Read more from Tangier and Lower Shore...
Way South Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report, May 29 Update:
Fishing in the Way South region continues to improve as summer species arrive in greater numbers. Sheepshead and bull red drum fishing around the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel is gaining momentum, while striped bass remain available in rivers and tributaries around Norfolk and Newport News. Croaker, spot, and white perch are providing steady action from both boats and public piers, with some Spanish mackerel beginning to appear as well.… Read more from Way South...