Ocean City Fishing

Ocean City Fishing

Ocean City, Maryland is the White Marlin Capital of the World, and home to the White Marlin Open fishing tournament. From the bay to the blue water of the Gulf Stream offshore, Ocean City entices many anglers to this fishing destination.

Besides excellent White Marlin fishing during the summer and early fall, offshore fishing Ocean City offers abundant Blue Marlin, Bigeye Tuna, Mahi-mahi, and Yellowfin Tuna. During the colder months schools of Bluefin Tuna move through the area, as well as many different species of sharks, including Blue Sharks, Dusky Sharks, Hammerheads, and Mako Sharks,

Inshore fishing around Ocean City will produce Bluefish, Croaker, Flounder, King Mackerel, Speckled Trout, Striped Bass, and Tautog (Blackfish).

Ocean City Fishing Prediction

Optimal fishing activity will be between 3 - 7 AM on Saturday.

Target Species of Fish

Based on historical data in Ocean City, you should target one of the following top 6 species for this time of year:

Recommedations above based on 43 local reports and 6 species of fish for August in Ocean City.

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Latest Ocean City Fishing Reports

July 28th 2017
8/7/2017 10:11:58 PM - Not much to report today- with only a small handful of boats fishing. The ‘Reel Chaos’ had 1 Bluefin and 2 Yellowfin and the ‘Boss Hogg’ had 5 Yellowfin. Both boats fished th

July 31st 2017
8/7/2017 10:11:54 PM - The weather has finally cleared giving our anglers a chance to once again trek offshore to find the bite. We are happy to report that the fishing is back on! The ‘Marli’ was

August 1st 2017
8/7/2017 10:11:46 PM - August is here- and that means the White Marlin Open is just days away. We are also happy to report that the marlin are beginning to show up offshore in areas like the Rockpi

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Top Ocean City Fishing Charters & Guides

Restless Lady Charters
Restless Lady has the knowledge, experience, and skills to position you in the ideal spots for catching everything from Tuna to Shark to Marlin. Between the vibrant fishing season and the Marlin, Tuna and Shark Tournaments held throughout the year. T
That's Right Charters
In the late spring and early summer we head up to Ocean City Maryland. Sailing from Fisherman's Marina in West Ocean City THAT'S RIGHT offers Offshore Tuna Charters, Inshore Trolling Charters, and Wreck Fishing Charters. Whether you are looki
Muff Diver Charters
Muff Diver is docked at the White Marlin Marina, Slip 5, on 205 Somerset Street in downtown Ocean City, Maryland 21842. We generally charter from Mid-May through Mid-March. We have been providing families and anglers many happy and fun filled fishing

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Top Ocean City Bait & Tackle Stores

Oyster Bay Fishing Tackle
Oyster Bay Tackle has been serving all your fishing needs since 1980! We offer a wide selection of rids, reels, bait, tackle, apparel, and more.
Alltackle.com
We offer high quality products from: Baitmasters, Bionic, Wind-On's by Basil (BHP Tackle), Shimano Top Shelf, Penn Gold Label, Daiwa Tournament, Stripteaser, Abaco Big Game Tackle, Avet Reels, Accurate Reels, Iland Lures, Black Bart, Fishworks Cl
Lucky Angler Bait & Tackle
We supply the inshore fishermen ( Surf , Bay , Inlet , Bridge , Pier , fresh water ) , Live , fresh , and frozen bait . Large selection of tackle. Rods and reels make your combo or ready to go !!

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Top Ocean City Marinas

Ocean City Sunset Marina
With direct, uninterrupted access to the Atlantic Ocean and its numerous canyons, Sunset Marina makes the ideal homeport for the avid off-shore angler or serves as a layover for the transient ocean-goer.
Talbot Street Marina
Stroll down the dock, where you'll find charter boats bringing in their catch of the day or better yet enjoy a day of sportfishing yourself on one of our available charters. Our charter fleet of five vessels fishes from May through October. For a ful
White Marlin Marina
White Marlin Marina is Ocean City's premier marina resort. Our commitment to service is our number one priority. After you tie up, take a dip in our refreshing pool or take a walk on the Boardwalk just two blocks away. There are many local bars and r

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Latest Fishing Spots

DWD1
8/14/2017 9:16:45 AM - Fishing spot

DWD1
8/14/2017 9:16:29 AM - Fishing spot

William C Snow
5/2/2017 9:22:18 AM - 55' tug boat

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Weather Forecast

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Bouy Conditions

Station OCIM2 - 8570283 - Ocean City Inlet, MD
August 18, 2017 3:30 pm EDT
Location: 38.328N 75.091W
Wind Direction: SSW (210°)
Wind Speed: 11.1 knots
Wind Gust: 14.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure: 29.85 in (1010.8 mb)
Air Temperature: 78.8°F (26.0°C)
Water Temperature: 77.9°F (25.5°C)


Current Moon Phase

Waning Crescent Moon
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