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Inshore, Nearshore, River in Reedville

Full Day Fishing Trip - 40’ Evans

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40 ft 1 - 6 People From $883
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Nearshore Fishing in Virginia Beach

8 Hour Bay Trip

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31 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,000
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Fishing in Destin
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Nearshore Fishing in Virginia Beach

Cobia Fishing Charter

75% (4)
24 ft 1 - 8 People From $650
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Flats, Eco Tour in Nanticoke

Crabbing And Casting Adventure!

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23 ft 1 - 6 People From $455
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Nanticoke

4-6 Hour Inshore Trip

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23 ft 1 - 6 People From $419
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore, River in Oxford

Chesapeake Bay Fishing Adventure

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40 ft 1 - 6 People From $750

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Inshore Fishing in Stevensville

Full Day Trip

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $540
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Inshore Fishing in Rock Hall

Chesapeake Half-Day Rockfish Trip

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46 ft 1 - 18 People From $840
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Inshore, Nearshore, River in Rock Hall

1/2 Day Trip – Rockfish Season

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35 ft 1 - 10 People From $700
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Inshore, Lake Fishing in Pasadena

Light Tackle Jigging

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28 ft 1 - 12 People From $550
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Wanchese

6-8 Hour Fishing Trip

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30 ft 1 - 6 People From $850
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Inshore Fishing in Sparrows Point

Chesapeake Fishing Trip

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34 ft 1 - 6 People From $525

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Everything to Know About Booking a Chesapeake Bay jigging charter

What are the best jigging charters in Chesapeake Bay?

The best jigging charters in Chesapeake Bay are:

Why should I book a jigging charter in Chesapeake Bay with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 13 jigging trips in Chesapeake Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are Full Day Fishing Trip - 40’ Evans guided by Buck, 8 Hour Bay Trip guided by Preston, and Cobia Fishing Charter guided by Kaleb.

Our guides in Chesapeake Bay are rated a 4.7 out of 5 based on 9584 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly jigging guides / fishing lessons in Chesapeake Bay? Check out our beginner and family friendly jigging guides in Chesapeake Bay.

What types of jigging charters are common in Chesapeake Bay?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for jigging in Chesapeake Bay as well as nearshore fishing, river fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for jigging in Chesapeake Bay are: 1. striped bass (rockfish), 2. bluefish, 3. redfish, 4. blue catfish, and 5. cobia.

How much do Chesapeake Bay jigging fishing charters cost?

Prices for jigging in Chesapeake Bay can range anywhere from about $563 to $1,850, but the average price for a half day trip for jigging in Chesapeake Bay is $1,158. The average price for a full day trip for jigging in Chesapeake Bay is $1,158.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a jigging charter in Chesapeake Bay?

The most popular season to go on a jigging charter in Chesapeake Bay is summer, and most anglers book their trips 38 days in advance.

Do I need a Chesapeake Bay fishing license and what are the bag limits in Chesapeake Bay?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Chesapeake Bay, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Chesapeake Bay. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in Chesapeake Bay.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    What a personable and knowledgeable man Kaleb is. Everything was clean and smooth running. We will be hoping to go to sea with him in the future. 5 of 5 really.

    Gwendolyn J. | August 23, 2026

    Trip: Cobia Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely fantastic Trip. Great Captain, great Mate, great time fishing the bay.

    Casey S. | August 15, 2026

    Trip: Full Day Trip

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was swesone!! Captain Todd took o is to the right spots and we scored BIG TIME!!

    Victor R. | July 26, 2026

    Trip: Crabbing And Casting Adventure!

  • ★★★★★
    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

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