Join Captain Damon K Williams aboard the Crack of Dawn for a fishing adventure! Captain Damon has worked the waters of the Chesapeake Bay for 30 years making his living Fishing, Crabbing, and Hunting! A Local to these areas his expertise is unrivaled.
"We booked a Father’s Day fishing trip with Capt. Damon and First Mate Dan, and it exceeded our expectations!" — Caroline,
Captain Drey Thomason is the Owner of Thomason Tradition Sport Fishing. I am a licensed USCG captain. I run light tackle charters for trophy fish in Maryland and Virginia. My boat is a brand new 2022 Pair Marine 24Mv powered by a Suzuki 300.
"Captain Brian was very patient and accommodating of our family, who had no experience fishing." — Pauline,
Spend the day with Dog Days Charters and experience the best fishing the Potomac River has to offer. Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Striped Bass, White Perch, Catfish, and anything else that bites. Fishing is all light tackle.
"Chad, the captain of the boat and owner of dog days definitely knows his stuff when it comes to fishing." — Kim,
Enjoy a day on the water with Capt. Brian Thomason, in his new 28' Sportsman 282 TE, named Second Chance. He will always try his best to provide a top-notch light tackle fishing charter.
"First time taking my 5 year old out on charter. The currant had the fishing off the day we went but the captain kept us moving and searching for keepers." — Michael,
Chasin Fins is located in Madison and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. All Capt. Tony's trips have flexible hours, so feel free to tell him what you have in mind regarding departure times. Capt.
"Captain Tony took us to a couple of the spots he knew around the area for good fishing!" — Kerry,
Hallock's Grace Charters is a family owned and operated business. Trips depart from their private location in Shady Side, Maryland where you can bring your family aboard for a hands-on fishing or crabbing experience.
"What an incredible day aboard the Grace. We really can't say enough good about it!" — Sean,
Chesapeake Bay may be a world-famous fishery, but there's no better way to experience it than through the eyes of a local.
"We had a great time with Patent Pending Charters! The trip was a belated birthday celebration for my 15-year-old son and four of his friends, and Captain John and first mate Ronnie made it a fantastic experience." — Pete,
Join Chubby Chaser Charters to explore some of the best fishing Maryland has to offer! Captain Daniel Morrison has been fishing for 18 years and has been a licensed captain for 8 years, so he has all the experience needed to put you on the fish.
"Great trip, First Mate and Capt were very friendly and knowledgeable." — Samir,
Spend the day with Fish Taxi and get hooked on light tackle fishing on the Chesapeake Bay and remote islands. Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Rockfish, Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, and anything else that bites.
"Captain Joe was awesome! He went above and beyond to find the right places for my son and I to have a memorable experience." — Jeff,
Clements, Maryland, stands as a premier fishing destination along the tidal Potomac River and Chesapeake Bay, renowned for its diverse angling opportunities and abundant marine ecosystems. With over 50 professional fishing charters available, this region offers tailored experiences for both novice and seasoned anglers. The nutrient-rich waters teem with striped bass (rockfish), bluefish, croaker, spot, and seasonal trophy species like cobia and red drum, providing dynamic year-round fishing scenarios.
Central to Clements' appeal is its strategic access to iconic fishing grounds near St. Clements Island State Park and Saint Mary's River, where protected estuaries merge with open bay habitats. Local family-operated charters, equipped with generations of regional expertise, specialize in light-tackle inshore excursions, deepwater structure fishing, and scenic eco-tours through marshland nurseries. Many captains employ sustainable practices to preserve the bay's ecological balance while maximizing catch opportunities.
The area's charter fleet ranges from versatile center consoles for intimate nearshore trips to spacious cabin cruisers equipped for extended Chesapeake Bay adventures. Beyond fishing, several operators complement angling with immersive historical tours to colonial sites and lighthouse landmarks. With convenient launch points near Leonardtown and Tall Timbers marina, Clements delivers seamless access to Maryland's most productive tidal fisheries, framed by the region's picturesque shoreline vistas and vibrant waterfront communities.
