Fishing in the Central Maryland & Baltimore Region

The Central Maryland & Baltimore area of Maryland, featuring Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish.

1. Liberty Reservoir Inlet (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Liberty Reservoir Inlet, Maryland

The inlet streams feeding Liberty Reservoir offer good fishing for the region's target species.

2. Loch Raven (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Loch Raven, Maryland

Loch Raven offers excellent fishing in the Central Maryland & Baltimore with good public access and scenic surroundings.

3. Gunpowder River (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Gunpowder River, Maryland

Gunpowder River offers excellent fishing in the Central Maryland & Baltimore with good public access and scenic surroundings.

4. Central Maryland Reservoir (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Central Maryland Reservoir, Maryland

Central Maryland Reservoir offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

5. North Central Maryland Lake (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

North Central Maryland Lake, Maryland

North Central Maryland Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

6. Upper Central Maryland Creek (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Upper Central Maryland Creek, Maryland

Upper Central Maryland Creek offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

7. Maryland River Access (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Maryland River Access, Maryland

Maryland River Access offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

8. Lake J9 (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Lake J9, Maryland

Lake J9 offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

9. Central Maryland Wildlife Area Ponds (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Central Maryland Wildlife Area Ponds, Maryland

Central Maryland Wildlife Area Ponds offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

10. Hidden Lake (Region 2) (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Hidden Lake (Region 2), Maryland

Hidden Lake (Region 2) offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

11. Beaver Creek Maryland (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Beaver Creek Maryland, Maryland

Beaver Creek Maryland offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

12. Clearwater Lake (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Clearwater Lake, Maryland

Clearwater Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

13. Pine Creek Reservoir (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Pine Creek Reservoir, Maryland

Pine Creek Reservoir offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

14. Mill Brook (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Mill Brook, Maryland

Mill Brook offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

15. Trout Pond #17 (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Trout Pond #17, Maryland

Trout Pond #17 offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

16. Heron Lake (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Heron Lake, Maryland

Heron Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

17. Eagle Nest Pond (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Eagle Nest Pond, Maryland

Eagle Nest Pond offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

18. Wildcat Brook (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Wildcat Brook, Maryland

Wildcat Brook offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

19. Deer Run Reservoir (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Deer Run Reservoir, Maryland

Deer Run Reservoir offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

20. Fisherman's Cove (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Fisherman's Cove, Maryland

Fisherman's Cove offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

21. Bass Haven Lake (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Bass Haven Lake, Maryland

Bass Haven Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

22. Sunset Pond (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Sunset Pond, Maryland

Sunset Pond offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

23. Morning Star Lake (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Morning Star Lake, Maryland

Morning Star Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

24. Twin Lakes (Maryland) (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Twin Lakes (Maryland), Maryland

Twin Lakes (Maryland) offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

25. Long Pond (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Long Pond, Maryland

Long Pond offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

26. Round Lake (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Round Lake, Maryland

Round Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

27. Indian Brook Reservoir (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Indian Brook Reservoir, Maryland

Indian Brook Reservoir offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

28. Rocky Creek (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Rocky Creek, Maryland

Rocky Creek offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

29. Birch Tree Lake (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Birch Tree Lake, Maryland

Birch Tree Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

30. Maple Grove Pond (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Maple Grove Pond, Maryland

Maple Grove Pond offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

31. Oak Hill Reservoir (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Oak Hill Reservoir, Maryland

Oak Hill Reservoir offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

32. Willow Creek (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Willow Creek, Maryland

Willow Creek offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

33. Aspen Lake (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Aspen Lake, Maryland

Aspen Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

34. Silver Lake (Region 1) (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Silver Lake (Region 1), Maryland

Silver Lake (Region 1) offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

35. Golden Pond (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Golden Pond, Maryland

Golden Pond offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

36. Blue Heron Lake (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Blue Heron Lake, Maryland

Blue Heron Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

37. Fox Den Pond (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Fox Den Pond, Maryland

Fox Den Pond offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

38. Otter Creek (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Otter Creek, Maryland

Otter Creek offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

39. Beaver Dam Lake (Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Crappie, Catfish)

Beaver Dam Lake, Maryland

Beaver Dam Lake offers good fishing opportunities in the Central Maryland & Baltimore of Maryland with scenic natural surroundings.

Fishing Tips for the Central Maryland & Baltimore 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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