upper chesapeake bay Fishing Report 2025
Latest fishing conditions, tips, and insights for upper chesapeake bay in United States
📝 Recent Fishing Reports (5)
Report #1
👤 Chrisback at it again! another overcast day, tried out some new lures. caught two nice channel cats, both around 5lbs! the bites were slow but worth the wait. gotta love fishing in the bay, always keeps you guessing!
Report #2
👤 Jesstough conditions today, overcast and a bit windy. fished in the afternoon and got some bites but only managed to land one 3lb rockfish. it’s all about patience, gotta love the chase though!
Report #3
👤 Emilyugh super windy and cold today. i only managed to catch a couple small fish, mostly schoolies. used a spoon but they were not biting much. i still love being out there tho, just need a better day next time!
Report #4
👤 Markovercast day today, caught a few perch but nothing too big. had a good time just chilling out, used my light tackle setup. the fish were biting slow but at least they were there. perfect temps tho!
Report #5
👤 Chrisrainy day again but went for it! ended up with a decent size striper, about 8lbs! was using some shad imitations, they worked great despite the weather. the rain got heavy but i stuck it out, glad i did!
🌊 Current Fishing Conditions
Water Conditions
Current water conditions at upper chesapeake bay are favorable for fishing. Water temperature and clarity are within optimal ranges for most species.
Fish Activity
Fish activity levels are moderate to high. Best fishing times are early morning and late evening when fish are most active.
Weather Impact
Recent weather patterns have been favorable for fishing. Stable conditions are expected to continue through the week.
Best Techniques
Local anglers report success with both live bait and artificial lures. Vary your approach based on time of day and weather conditions.
🎣 Expert Fishing Tips
Focus on areas where fresh water meets salt water
Use live or fresh bait for best results in bay fishing
Fish around structure like docks, pilings, and oyster beds
Pay attention to tidal movements and wind direction
