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Chesapeake Bay
& Potomac River
Fishing Charters

Experience top-tier fishing with
expert captains in MD, DC, & VA

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Chesapeake Bay
& Potomac River
Fishing Charters

Experience top-tier fishing with
expert captains in MD, DC, & VA

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Best Fishing Charters on the Chesapeake Bay & Tidal Potomac

We Will Be Where The Fish Are!

Chesapeake Bay Fishing Charters are thrilling adventures! Are you ready to reel in the catch of a lifetime? Whether you’re chasing trophy Rockfish or battling massive Blue Catfish, Miss Susie Charters delivers the ultimate angling adventure. As the premier choice for Chesapeake Bay fishing charters, we pride ourselves on one simple promise: “We will be where the fish are!”

Our flexibility sets us apart. Depending on the season and the bite, we launch from strategic Chesapeake Bay charter fishing locations including National Harbor, Solomons Island, Pasadena, and Ridge, Maryland.  This mobility allows us to cover the most productive waters across Maryland, DC, Virginia, and the Potomac River, putting you right on top of the action every time.

At Miss Susie Charters, your experience is our priority. Our fishing trips are run by professional captains who don’t just guide – they flat-out love to fish. With decades of local knowledge and a commitment to customer service, our crew ensures every trip is safe, fun-filled, and exciting for anglers of all skill levels. Join us for a day on the water and see why we have the best Chesapeake Bay fishing charters.

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Your Adventure Starts Here!

Spring & Early Summer Fishing & Tours Minutes from National Harbor, MD Departing from Washington DC on the Beautiful Potomac River

Rockfish • Striped Bass • Blue Catfish • Cobia • Spanish Mackerel • Bluefish Charters & More

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Fishing Charter Packages

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Chesapeake Bay Fishing Charter Trips - Catch Rockfish, Stripers, and Striped Bass

CHESAPEAKE BAY FISHING

Target Rockfish, Bluefish, and Spanish Mackerel

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Embark on an Exciting Potomac River Blue Catfish Charter Fishing Trip

BLUE CATFISH CHARTERS

Specialized Potomac River Trophy Catfish Trips

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Light Tackle Charter Fishing on the Chesapeake Bay for Trophy Rockfish

LIGHT TACKLE TROPHY FISHING

Target Rockfish, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Cobia, and Red Drum

Locations

Our motto is straightforward: “We will be where the fish are.” Our flexibility sets us apart. Depending on the season and the bite, we launch from strategic Chesapeake Bay charter fishing locations including Solomons Island, Pasadena, National Harbor, and Ridge, Maryland. This mobility allows us to cover the most productive waters across Maryland, DC, Virginia, and the Potomac River, putting you right on top of the action every time.

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Captain’s Log

Latest Fishing Reports

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Chesapeake Bay Red Drum Fishing Charters

Chesapeake Bay Charter Fishing Report: Big Blues and Mackerel Fire Up Solomons

The week of September 5–11, 2026 gave us fast action and heavy coolers out of Solomons Island, MD. Big Bluefish chewed nearly every afternoon, Spanish Mackerel showed up in serious numbers, and Red Drum kept us hunting. We even landed a 92-Mackerel day that had the whole boat grinning. This report walks you through each day on the water, breaks down how every species is running right now, and shows you how to grab a seat on this Sunday's walk-on trip. Let's get into it. Here's the quick version: • 92 Spanish Mackerel on a single 12-hour trip September 9 • 50 Big Bluefish landed in one afternoon September 6 • 2 Big Reds early in the week, with more on the hunt list • Spanish Mackerel schooling up strong out of Solomons • Walk-on seats open Sunday, Sept 13, noon–8pm aboard Miss Susie IV How Was Fishing This Past Week? In one word: fantastic. Our captains put anglers on multiple species almost every trip during charter fishing trips on the Chesapeake Bay out of Harbor Island Marina. A couple of mornings started slow, but the crew adjusted fast and turned quiet water into full boxes of fish.
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Chesapeake Bay Red Drum Fishing Charters

Chesapeake Bay Charter Fishing Report: Big Reds and Bluefish Light Up Solomons

The week of August 29 through September 4, 2026 kept our rods bent and our coolers full out of Solomons Island, MD. Big Red Drum came drumming, Bluefish chewed by the boatload, and Spanish Mackerel kept the action fast. We even went Cobia hunting when groups asked for it. This report walks you through each day on the water, breaks down how every species is running right now, and shows you how to grab a seat on this weekend's walk-on trips. Let's get into it. Here's the quick version: • Big Red Drum drumming and landing over the upper slot • 60 solid Bluefish on a single 6-hour morning trip • Spanish Mackerel back in the mix • 6 Big Reds landed in one afternoon • Walk-on seats open Sat, Sept 5 and Mon, Sept 7 out of Solomons, MD How Was Fishing This Past Week? In one word: outstanding. Our captains put anglers on multiple species almost every trip during Charter Fishing Trips on the Chesapeake Bay out of Harbor Island Marina. Some days started slow, but the crew adjusted fast and turned quiet water into full coolers. Here's the day-by-day breakdown.
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Red Drum Charter Fishing Chesapeake Bay

Chesapeake Bay Charter Fishing Report: A Wild Week Out of Solomons

The week of August 22–27, 2026 gave us some of the most exciting Chesapeake Bay charter fishing of the whole season. We ran hard out of Solomons Island, MD, and the fish rewarded us every single day. Spanish Mackerel poured in like it was 2023, Bull Red Drum lit up the electronics, and the Bluefish kept every rod bent. By the end of this report, you'll know exactly what's biting, how each species is running right now, and how to grab one of the last open seats on our Sunday, August 30 walk-on trip. Let's get into it. Here's the quick version: • 100 Spanish Mackerel on our August 24 walk-on trip • 9 Bull Reds on spinning gear after trolling over a giant school August 26 • 54 Bluefish on the afternoon of August 22 • 5 short Cobia targeted and landed on August 25 • All four trophy species active on Solomons Island charter fishing trips How Was Fishing This Past Week? In one word: unforgettable. Our captains put anglers on multiple species nearly every trip out of Harbor Island Marina in Solomons Island, MD. We battled some sea grass and shifting winds, but the crew adjusted fast and kept the coolers filling. Here's the day-by-day breakdown.
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FAQs

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  • Our main goal at Miss Susie Charters is to ensure that our clients have an enjoyable, fun-filled, and exciting experience each time they charter with us. We ensure this by providing professional charters run by captains who love to fish and know how to treat clients.
  • We provide rods/reels, bait, tackle, and ice, and the fish box for your catch. You are more than welcome to bring your lucky rod and reel.
  • No fishing licenses are required.
  • Confirm with Capt. Greg which departure port will be used. The boat will be where the fish are, make sure you arrive where the boat is!
  • Departure times will vary depending on the season, how early daylight arrives and how much the “bite” requires an early departure (Sometimes the Early Bird does get the worm!) Always confirm departing time and always make sure your entire crew arrives early enough to all ON TIME DEPARTURE! If you have a few crew members who are always late, please tell them departure is 30 or 60 minutes before to ensure we won’t miss the bite.
  • Prime dates go fast, call as early as possible to ensure you can get a booking when you want to go and when the fishing is red hot.
  • If someone in your group commonly gets seasick have them take Dramamine or Bonine the night before the charter and again one hour before leaving the dock. This ensures the medicine is in your bloodstream before hitting the waves. Often, taking these drugs just before leaving the dock does next to nothing.
  • Bring yourself and your crew on time (we don’t want to miss the bite)
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunblock
  • Hat
  • Food and beverages with a cooler and ICE to hold them
  • Camera or at least a charged cell phone
  • Adequate clothing (you can always take layers off)
  • Rain gear (just in case)
  • Cooler to carry home your catch
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Recent Catches

Nice Cobia (just short) from yesterday afternoon! Fishing is really good & these Salty Water Fish will be here a few more weeks!!!!

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Nice Cobia (just short) from yesterday afternoon! Fishing is really good & these Salty Water Fish will be here a few more weeks!!!!

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Nice Cobia (just short) from yesterday afternoon! Fishing is really good & these Salty Water Fish will be here a few more weeks!!!!

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Nice Cobia (just short) from yesterday afternoon! Fishing is really good & these Salty Water Fish will be here a few more weeks!!!!

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Had to head back to the Calm Water spot for SE wind this afternoon because she was a blowing! But it worked out well, avoided rough water & caught loads of Fish! Tomorrow the Winds lay down Very nice & we will be back where the 8 to 12 lb Bluefish, Red Drum & Cobia live! Miss Susie IV still needs 3 walk on Peeps to mak3 it a go!

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Had to head back to the Calm Water spot for SE wind this afternoon because she was a blowing! But it worked out well, avoided rough water & caught loads of Fish! Tomorrow the Winds lay down Very nice & we will be back where the 8 to 12 lb Bluefish, Red Drum & Cobia live! Miss Susie IV still needs 3 walk on Peeps to mak3 it a go!

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Avoided the Winds & rough waters & tried a new spot this AM & the Frying Size Bluefish were abundant & very hungry! Very blessed to have fish in a few different areas right now! Tomorrow afternoon still looks beautiful & we will certainly be heading towards the big 8 to 12lb Bluefish & Big Reds! #ComeSeeUs #SouthernMDChesapeakeBay #charterfishing #MDCharterfishing #MDFishing #mdfishingandHunting

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Avoided the Winds & rough waters & tried a new spot this AM & the Frying Size Bluefish were abundant & very hungry! Very blessed to have fish in a few different areas right now! Tomorrow afternoon still looks beautiful & we will certainly be heading towards the big 8 to 12lb Bluefish & Big Reds! #ComeSeeUs #SouthernMDChesapeakeBay #charterfishing #MDCharterfishing #MDFishing #mdfishingandHunting

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