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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Chesapeake Bay

Kaleb Underwood
Kaleb U.
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Reported 2 weeks ago
Had a great windmill trip sunday, limit of flounder and cobia, with some seabass as well. The cobia are starting to act normal after spawning through the past few weeks, with good catches (5+ fish per day) the past few days. Triggers and flounders are also starting to heat up inshore for us.
Kaleb Underwood
Kaleb U. Virginia Beach, Virginia Reported 2 weeks ago
Had a great windmill trip sunday, limit of flounder and cobia, with some seabass as well. The cobia are starting to act normal after spawning through the past few weeks, with good catches (5+ fish per day) the past few days. Triggers and flounders are also starting to heat up inshore for us.
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
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Tim Story
Tim S.
Wanchese, North Carolina
Reported 2 weeks ago
Here is a few pics from our recent drum trip days.
Tim Story
Tim S. Wanchese, North Carolina Reported 2 weeks ago
Here is a few pics from our recent drum trip days.
Fishing in Wanchese, North Carolina
Fishing in Wanchese, North Carolina
Fishing in Wanchese, North Carolina
Fishing in Wanchese, North Carolina
Fishing in Wanchese, North Carolina
Fishing in Wanchese, North Carolina
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Shawn B.
Deale, Maryland
Reported 1 month ago
Light tackle, Live bait fishing for Striped Bass has picked up in the last week. Fishing in the bay tributaries. Limits have been achieved for an majority of our charters.
Shawn Brumley
Shawn B. Deale, Maryland Reported 1 month ago
Light tackle, Live bait fishing for Striped Bass has picked up in the last week. Fishing in the bay tributaries. Limits have been achieved for an majority of our charters.
Fishing in Deale, Maryland
Fishing in Deale, Maryland
Fishing in Deale, Maryland
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Aaron Beatson
Aaron B.
Wanchese, North Carolina
Reported 1 month ago
Gotem today!!
Aaron Beatson
Aaron B. Wanchese, North Carolina Reported 1 month ago
Gotem today!!
Fishing in Wanchese, North Carolina
Fishing in Wanchese, North Carolina
Fishing in Wanchese, North Carolina
Fishing in Wanchese, North Carolina
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Kaleb Underwood
Kaleb U.
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Reported 1 month ago
The preseason Cobia bite remains on fire. 10 days left until harvest season opens. We've caught double digit fish for the past few days straight!
Have a seabass trip tomorrow. Bite for them is still great. Flounder have shown up so we should be on a good flounder bite as well
Kaleb Underwood
Kaleb U. Virginia Beach, Virginia Reported 1 month ago
The preseason Cobia bite remains on fire. 10 days left until harvest season opens. We've caught double digit fish for the past few days straight!
Have a seabass trip tomorrow. Bite for them is still great. Flounder have shown up so we should be on a good flounder bite as well
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Fishing in Virginia Beach, Virginia
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Lance Rowe
Lance R.
Rock Hall, Maryland
Reported 1 month ago
Fishing has been getting better everyday! The live line bite is hot!
Lance Rowe
Lance R. Rock Hall, Maryland Reported 1 month ago
Fishing has been getting better everyday! The live line bite is hot!
Fishing in Rock Hall, Maryland
Fishing in Rock Hall, Maryland
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Mark Fann
Mark F.
Wanchese, North Carolina
Reported 2 months ago
Our weather is finally beautiful and it's a perfect time to get out Fishing. Yesterday's trip produced some nice yellow tuna, some blackfin, tuna, and some mahi.
Mark Fann
Mark F. Wanchese, North Carolina Reported 2 months ago
Our weather is finally beautiful and it's a perfect time to get out Fishing. Yesterday's trip produced some nice yellow tuna, some blackfin, tuna, and some mahi.
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Mark Fann
Mark F.
Wanchese, North Carolina
Reported 6 months ago
Giant bluefin season officially closes at 11:30 pm today; however, that does not slow down the bluefin charters. We are allowed to keep any fish under 73" and there are a bunch of fish under that threshold out there. Yesterday, we released 4 bluefin about 68-70", caught a nice wahoo about 30 lbs, and a few king mackeral. Not a bad day at all. Still time to get in on the bluefin action
Mark Fann
Mark F. Wanchese, North Carolina Reported 6 months ago
Giant bluefin season officially closes at 11:30 pm today; however, that does not slow down the bluefin charters. We are allowed to keep any fish under 73" and there are a bunch of fish under that threshold out there. Yesterday, we released 4 bluefin about 68-70", caught a nice wahoo about 30 lbs, and a few king mackeral. Not a bad day at all. Still time to get in on the bluefin action
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Mark Fann
Mark F.
Wanchese, North Carolina
Reported 6 months ago
Bluefin tuna are here

The bluefin tuna have arrived, and our season is open. Come experience, the thrill of hooking into the fish of a lifetime. The season will not be open long, so, don’t delay, book your trip today.
Mark Fann
Mark F. Wanchese, North Carolina Reported 6 months ago
Bluefin tuna are here

The bluefin tuna have arrived, and our season is open. Come experience, the thrill of hooking into the fish of a lifetime. The season will not be open long, so, don’t delay, book your trip today.
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Wayne Gatling
Wayne G.
Rock Hall, Maryland
Reported 1 year ago
The fishing has been good when the wind has not been blowing. Limits of mangrove snappers and more tarpon are showing up every day.
Wayne Gatling
Wayne G. Rock Hall, Maryland Reported 1 year ago
The fishing has been good when the wind has not been blowing. Limits of mangrove snappers and more tarpon are showing up every day.
Fishing in Rock Hall, Maryland
Fishing in Rock Hall, Maryland
Fishing in Rock Hall, Maryland
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Recent Chesapeake Bay Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! My kids enjoyed it.

    Kellie H. | July 1, 2026

    Trip: Virginia Beach Inshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    Aaron was a great guild!! He was very knowledgeable and knew all the greats spots to fish. We was very personable as well. Next time we’re in the OBX he will be our guy for a fishing trip! Thanks Aaron!!

    Noel H. | July 1, 2026

    Trip: 6-8 Hour Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Ripped me off!!!

    Michael M. | June 24, 2026

    Trip: Chesapeake Half-Day Rockfish Trip

  • ★★★★★
    My husband, brother-in-law, and father had an incredible time with Kaleb! I planned the trip as a Father’s Day outing, and they all had an absolute blast. They haven’t stopped talking about it and are already asking when they can book their next trip with him! Kaleb was personable, accommodating, and communicative from the moment the trip was booked. He made everyone feel comfortable and ensured they had an unforgettable experience on the water. His knowledge, professionalism, and laid-back personality made for the perfect day. If you’re looking for a fun, memorable fishing charter with a captain who truly cares about his guests having a great time, I highly recommend booking with Kaleb. We’ll definitely be back!

    Anna J. | June 21, 2026

    Trip: Cobia Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Had the pleasure of having Kaleb as our guide and would highly recommend him. He put my son on to his first few cobia and he had a blast. Kaleb was friendly, knowledgeable and put in max effort to put us on the fish.

    Ryan S. | June 3, 2026

    Trip: Cobia Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Caught the largest skate I have ever seen. The trip was amazing Captain Preston is great and kept the trip interesting. Can’t wait until we book our next trip.

    John F. | April 28, 2026

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Chuck was awesome! We had a slight delay for some boat maintenance, but he handled it quickly and still got us out there and on fish. This trip was for my fiancé’s birthday, and all he wanted was to catch a tautog—and he did!! 🎣 Huge win and such a great moment. The seas had some big swells, but honestly it just added to the adventure. Between the sunshine, great friends, and steady action, it turned into an incredible day on the water. First mate Dave was absolutely on it the whole time—hooks baited, lines managed, always right there when you needed him. Super professional and made the whole experience smooth and fun. Couldn’t have asked for a better trip—we’ll definitely be back!

    Rebecca C. | April 25, 2026

    Trip: Virginia Beach Inshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great time

    Andrew S. | August 31, 2025

    Trip: Virginia Beach Inshore/Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. The fish were not biting but our captain Muscles tried his hardest to put us on fish. The time of year was just not the best for fishing. We did catch a few nice size Rock fish. You can't beat a day on the water fishing with friends. The crew had good conversation and tried multiple spots to get the fish on hooks. We appreciated the effort and the atmosphere. Thank you Muscles, Scott and Wayne was with us in spirit.

    Solomon R. | October 21, 2024

    Trip: Chesapeake Half-Day Rockfish Trip

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    Highly knowledgeable guide and hard working mate. Capt. Buck and Rodney provided top notch guiding and service and, in spite of foul weather, kept us on the bite throughout the day. Highly recommended by a seasoned fisherman.

    William C. | July 31, 2023

    Trip: Full Day Fishing Trip - 40’ Evans

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