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Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report: Muddy Waters, Striped Bass Openings, and Perch Hotspots

Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report: Muddy Waters, Striped Bass Openings, and Perch Hotspots

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 Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for Monday, May 19, 2025.

The Bay's been a bit of a challenge lately, especially up north. The lower Susquehanna River and Way North region are still running high and muddy from that downpour we had at the beginning of last week. Conowingo Dam's in spill conditions, making fishing difficult in many areas[1]. If you're heading that way, focus on the tidal tributaries for catfish and white perch until conditions improve.

Striped bass season opened on May 16th in parts of the Bay, but remember – the Way North region remains closed until June 1st[1]. The current regulations allow one fish per person per day with a slot limit of 19" to 24"[2]. Make sure you check the Maryland DNR striped bass regulation map before heading out, as the boundaries can be confusing.

Down in the Middle Bay, things are looking more promising. White perch should be showing up in their summer spots now – look for them in shallows of tidal tributaries, areas with oyster bottom, and artificial reef sites. Small spinners, jigs, minnows, and grass shrimp have been working well[5]. The catfish bite's been better in the tidal rivers than the main stem, with blue catfish hitting in the upper portions of the Patuxent and Choptank. Fresh cut gizzard shad has been the ticket there.

Great news for bait fishermen – spot and small croaker have started showing up in the pound nets. For those planning to live line for stripers once the season opens in your area, now's the time to stock up. Bottom rigs or Chesapeake sabiki rigs with small pieces of bloodworms or Fishbites (easier on the wallet) should do the trick[5].

For hot spots this week, I'd recommend the Bay Bridge area where spot are starting to trickle in[3], and the artificial reefs in the Middle Bay for white perch. The Choptank River downstream of the line from Holland Point to the west entrance of Chapel Creek is also open for striped bass now and worth checking out[1].

The weather looks to be clearing up this week, which should improve conditions throughout the Bay. Tide's running strong in the morning, so plan accordingly.

Remember folks, regulations vary by location, so double-check before you head out. Tight lines and see you on the water!
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