Best fishing spots near Washington D.C., including the Potomac River, offer anglers access to blue catfish and northern snakehead.

Annapolis fishing locations include the Severn River, the Patuxent River, and Sandy Point State Park for catching striped bass.

Local fishing spots in Baltimore include Loch Raven Reservoir, Liberty Reservoir, and the Patapsco River for catching bass.

Sandy Point State Park provides land-based anglers direct Chesapeake Bay access to catch striped bass, white perch, and bluefish.

Pier fishing around Annapolis needs no boat, ramp or fuel, and many piers are ADA-compliant, with restrooms, picnic areas and sometimes bait shops nearby.

Fishing the Route 90 bridge provides tips on targeting flounder, striped bass, and other species near Isle of Wight Bay.

Ocean City fishing piers provide accessible locations to catch flounder, kingfish, and bluefish in the Atlantic Ocean or Isle of Wight Bay.

Ocean City Inlet shore fishing provides access points like the South Jetty and Route 50 bridge for catching fish.

Bayside and oceanside fishing at Assateague offer different experiences, target species, and distinct environments for anglers.

Assateague Island Over-Sand Vehicle permits let drivers access Maryland beaches for surf fishing, camping, and wildlife viewing.