Located 35 miles southeast of Washington, D.C., and 55 miles south of Baltimore, Calvert County is the perfect fishing getaway for city-goers and country-dwellers alike. With over 143 miles of shoreline along the Chesapeake Bay and the Patuxent River, you’ll never run out of fish to catch!
The Chesapeake Bay
It’s no surprise that Calvert County is one of the best spots for fishing when you remember the entire east side is along the Chesapeake Bay. Head to the North Beach Pier, Breezy Point Beach or Flag Ponds Nature Park for spectacular views and the best fishing access points on the bay, or get out the water to do some trolling, chumming, live-lining or jigging to reel in a striped bass, or rockfish – one of the most popular sportfish in the Mid-Atlantic region! Throughout the summer, spend time on the bay to catch white perch, spot, croaker, blue fish and, if the water is warm enough, Spanish mackerel.
The Patuxent River
Continue your search for white perch, spot, croaker and blue fish along the western boundary of Calvert County on the Patuxent River. Cast from piers and docks or paddle boats to the river marshes from Hallowing Point Waterfront Park, Solomons Boat Ramp and Lower Marlboro Wharf. The 260-acre Kings Landing Park offers a wetland boardwalk, kayak launch and fishing pier. It is also excellent for environmental education, picnicking, and canoeing if the fish aren’t biting.
Accompanying Adventures
Come for the fishing and stay for the trails! Calvert County has five “driving trails” that encompass many of the local “to-dos.” For wine and beer enthusiasts, the Calvert County Wine & Ale Trail offers some of the best local beverages at a variety of wineries and breweries. If you have a sweet tooth, the Sweet Treats Trail has creameries, bakeries and specialty shops to satisfy that sugar craving. The Arts & Antiquities Trail, Birding Trail and Barn Quilt Trail also offer unique experiences of Calvert County.
Fish Tip
Calvert County is the “Charter Boat Capital of Maryland” for a reason! When you hire a charter fishing boat, crews provide all necessary equipment, rig the bait and navigate the boat – all you need to think about is relaxing and catching fish!
