Fishing in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City Region

The Atlantic Coast & Ocean City area of Maryland, featuring Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel.

1. Ocean City Inlet (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Ocean City Inlet, Maryland

The inlet streams feeding Ocean City offer good fishing for the region's target species.

2. Assateague Island (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Assateague Island, Maryland

Assateague Island offers excellent fishing in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City with good public access and scenic surroundings.

3. Atlantic surf (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Atlantic surf, Maryland

Atlantic surf offers excellent fishing in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City with good public access and scenic surroundings.

4. Atlantic Coast Reservoir (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Atlantic Coast Reservoir, Maryland

Atlantic Coast Reservoir offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

5. North Atlantic Coast Lake (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

North Atlantic Coast Lake, Maryland

North Atlantic Coast Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

6. Upper Atlantic Coast Creek (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Upper Atlantic Coast Creek, Maryland

Upper Atlantic Coast Creek offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

7. Maryland River Access (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Maryland River Access, Maryland

Maryland River Access offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

8. Lake J9 (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Lake J9, Maryland

Lake J9 offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

9. Atlantic Coast Wildlife Area Ponds (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Atlantic Coast Wildlife Area Ponds, Maryland

Atlantic Coast Wildlife Area Ponds offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

10. Hidden Lake (Region 2) (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Hidden Lake (Region 2), Maryland

Hidden Lake (Region 2) offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

11. Beaver Creek Maryland (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Beaver Creek Maryland, Maryland

Beaver Creek Maryland offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

12. Clearwater Lake (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Clearwater Lake, Maryland

Clearwater Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

13. Pine Creek Reservoir (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Pine Creek Reservoir, Maryland

Pine Creek Reservoir offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

14. Mill Brook (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Mill Brook, Maryland

Mill Brook offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

15. Trout Pond #17 (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Trout Pond #17, Maryland

Trout Pond #17 offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

16. Heron Lake (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Heron Lake, Maryland

Heron Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

17. Eagle Nest Pond (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Eagle Nest Pond, Maryland

Eagle Nest Pond offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

18. Wildcat Brook (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Wildcat Brook, Maryland

Wildcat Brook offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

19. Deer Run Reservoir (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Deer Run Reservoir, Maryland

Deer Run Reservoir offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

20. Fisherman's Cove (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Fisherman's Cove, Maryland

Fisherman's Cove offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

21. Bass Haven Lake (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Bass Haven Lake, Maryland

Bass Haven Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

22. Sunset Pond (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Sunset Pond, Maryland

Sunset Pond offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

23. Morning Star Lake (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Morning Star Lake, Maryland

Morning Star Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

24. Twin Lakes (Maryland) (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Twin Lakes (Maryland), Maryland

Twin Lakes (Maryland) offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

25. Long Pond (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Long Pond, Maryland

Long Pond offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

26. Round Lake (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Round Lake, Maryland

Round Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

27. Indian Brook Reservoir (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Indian Brook Reservoir, Maryland

Indian Brook Reservoir offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

28. Rocky Creek (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Rocky Creek, Maryland

Rocky Creek offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

29. Birch Tree Lake (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Birch Tree Lake, Maryland

Birch Tree Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

30. Maple Grove Pond (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Maple Grove Pond, Maryland

Maple Grove Pond offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

31. Oak Hill Reservoir (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Oak Hill Reservoir, Maryland

Oak Hill Reservoir offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

32. Willow Creek (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Willow Creek, Maryland

Willow Creek offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

33. Aspen Lake (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Aspen Lake, Maryland

Aspen Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

34. Silver Lake (Region 1) (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Silver Lake (Region 1), Maryland

Silver Lake (Region 1) offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

35. Golden Pond (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Golden Pond, Maryland

Golden Pond offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

36. Blue Heron Lake (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Blue Heron Lake, Maryland

Blue Heron Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

37. Fox Den Pond (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Fox Den Pond, Maryland

Fox Den Pond offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

38. Otter Creek (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Otter Creek, Maryland

Otter Creek offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

39. Beaver Dam Lake (Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Tuna, Mackerel)

Beaver Dam Lake, Maryland

Beaver Dam Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

Fishing Tips for the Atlantic Coast & Ocean City Region

Check local regulations before fishing — each water body may have specific rules on limits, seasons, and bait.
Spring and fall typically offer the best fishing in Maryland for most species.
Consider hiring a local guide for the best experience on unfamiliar waters.
Always carry a valid Maryland fishing license — available online through the state wildlife agency.
Practice catch and release for sensitive species to help maintain healthy fish populations.

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