Chesapeake Bay Fishing Maps and Nautical Charts including Maryland and Virginia
The Chesapeake Bay is a top sport fishing opportunity. Favorite Chesapeake Bay species include rockfish, bluefish, drum, speckled trout, flounder, spot, and croaker. Here are guide picked Chesapeake Bay fishing maps for fishing Maryland and Virginia's Chesapeake Bay waters.

Chesapeake Bay, VA/MD Fishing Maps and Inshore/Offshore Nautical Charts

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From the USGS -- "The Chesapeake Bay is the largest estuary in the United States and one of the most diverse. It covers approximately 11,400 square kilometers and stretches 332 kilometers from Virginia Beach, Va., to Havre de Grace, Md., at the mouth of the Susquehanna River (fig. 1). Its watershed drains a region of 165,800 square kilometers. The Chesapeake is the shipping artery for Norfolk, Va., and Baltimore, Md., and it is highly valued for its sea life, waterfowl, sport fishing, and recreational boating. At the same time, the bay is threatened by environmental degradation caused by man-induced pollution from a variety of sources."

 

 

Fishing Hot Spot - Detailed Fishing Maps Fishing Hot Spots® sets the standard for others to follow. Each map is thoroughly researched, the information verified and cartography done digitally, with the most current and accurate GIS tools, to ensure an easy-to-read, accurate and affordable map. It's the map successful anglers have asked for by name for more than two decades. Our maps come in a variety of sizes and formats. Each body of water is carefully scrutinized and input is gathered from local experts and consumers as to what needs to be part of the product.

Fishing Hot Spots
Upper Chesapeake Bay-Annapolis to Susquehannah River
The Bay provides rich habitat for an abundance of life, including resident species of fish and wildlife. This same area provides spawning, nursery and feeding grounds for ocean fish. For hundreds of years this area has fed the nation its seafood bounty. Featured Species: Atlantic Croaker, Bluefish, Spot Croaker, Striped Bass, Weakfish and White Perch
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Upper Chesapeake Bay-Cove Point to Annapolis
In central Maryland, water is never far away. Here, nine of the state's 23 major rivers and multiple creeks flow into Chesapeake Bay. Fresh water from this drainage measurably dilutes the seawater, opening the door for a wide variety of fish species. Added to the magnificent fishing is a prolific seafood harvest which includes millions of bushels of crab, oysters, clams and eels. Featured Species: Atlantic Croaker, Black Drum, Bluefish, Flounder, Spot Croaker, Striped Bass, Weakfish and White Perch
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Middle Chesapeake Bay-Pocomoke Sound to Patuxent River
The middle waters of the Bay provide an outstanding resource. Depending on the season, anglers can expect to catch a wide variety of fish, including striped bass, Atlantic croaker, spot croaker, white perch, red and black drum, weakfish and flounder. Featured Species: Atlantic Croaker, Black Drum, Bluefish, Flounder, Red Drum, Spot Croaker, Striped Bass, Weakfish and White Perch
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Middle Chesapeake Bay-Rappahannock River to Potomoc River
A remarkable network of rivers, creeks, streams and saltwater marshes are found here. With it comes a variety of wildlife and fish species. For anglers of all ages, the Bay provides some of the finest fishing on the coast. Featured Species: Black Drum, Bluefish, Cobia, Flounder, Red Drum, Spanish Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, Striped Bass and Weakfish
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Lower Chesapeake Bay-York River to Piankatank River
Miles of shoreline create a rich habitat for an abundance of wildlife and a ton of great fishing! Look for striped bass, tautog, cobia, red drum, trout and flounder. Also, be sure and take in some of the rich history of the area. Featured Species: Cobia, Striped Bass, Flounder, Weakfish, Red Drum, Speckled Seatrout and Spanish Mackerel
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Fishing Hot Spots
Lower Chesapeake Bay-Atlantic Ocean to York River
The hundreds of miles of shoreline provide a wealth of recreational opportunity. Depending on the season, expect to find a wide variety of fish, including striped bass, tautog, cobia, red drum, seatrout and flounder.
Featured Species: Black Drum, Bluefish, Cobia, Flounder, Red Drum, Spanish Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, Striped Bass, Tautog and Weakfish
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GMCO Maps -- Great fishing maps
These are very detailed fishing maps. The pro series is waterproof, contain local names and waterways, fishing areas, piers, wrecks and artificial reefs, marinas and ramps, aids of navigation, and much more. Very good maps.

 


ADC The Map People
Northern Chesapeake Bay Chart
Havre De Grace to Little Choptank River, Enlargements of Annapolis Harbor and Baltimore Harbor
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$12.95

ADC The Map People
Central Chesapeake Bay Chart
Calvert Cliffs to Crisfield, Enlargements of Solomons Island and Crisfield
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$12.95

ADC The Map People
Southern Chesapeake Bay Chart
Tangier Island to Cape Henry 26 inche by 39 inche full color chart. Local Names of waterways and fishing areas, wrecks, and artificial reefs plus more.
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$12.95

ADC The Map People
Chesapeake Bay, Virginia and Maryland, Chartbook
Tributaries, navigational aids, headings and courses, key ports, local names of fishing areas, waterways, marinas and facilities chart, wrecks and obstructions, artificial reefs, fish species, and much more. An very excellent reference.
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$59.95
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Here are some great charts

Gulf of Maine, Mass Bay Nantucket Shoals/Georges Banks Offshore MA, RI, CT, NY Offshore GPS Offshore Cape May, NJ to Cape Hatteras, NC
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DeLorme Atlas and Gazetteer
Atlas
You'll always have exactly the right kind of map with the uniquely versatile DeLorme Atlas and Gazetteer. These indispensable atlases cover individual states with unequaled detail, including back roads, land contours, lakes and streams, boat ramps, forests, wetlands, trailheads, campgrounds, public lands, hunting and fishing spots, and much more.
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$17.95
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Fly Fisherman's Guide
Guide to Chesapeake Bay
The Chesapeake Bay has long been one of the nation's most popular and productive fisheries. Finally, a comprehensive guide is available for flyfishers and light-tackle anglers playing Bay waters for striped bass, bluefish, seatrout, shad, and a host of other species. From the Susquehanna River above Havre De Grace in Maryland to Virginia's Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel, veteran anglers and outdoor writers Ed Russell and Bill May cover the best flyfishing opportunities in the Bay and its many tributaries. Great information on tackle and fishing techniques is also included, along with detailed listings for local fly shops, guides, charter boats, boat ramps, and much more.
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Good links to Virginia resources - Add your link here
Outside Chesapeake Bay LinkVirginia Mountain Trout Fly-Fishing - Virginia remote stream fishing for the adventurous angler
Outside Chesapeake Bay LinkUSGS - fun site
Outside Chesapeake Bay LinkThe Chesapeake Bay Guide - provides good info for the trailer boater, fisherman, cruiser, sailboater, and others
Outside Chesapeake Bay LinkChesapeake Angler - magazine
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