Damn Good Striped Bass Fishing Charters In Chesapeake Bay

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 14 striped bass trips in Chesapeake Bay, and the most popular trips in the area are 4-6 Hour Inshore Trip guided by Todd, Fall Fishing Trip guided by John, and Virginia Beach Inshore Fishing guided by Kaleb.

Our guides in Chesapeake Bay are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5945 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

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

The most common fishing techniques in Chesapeake Bay are bottom fishing, drift fishing, and jigging but light tackle fishing and trolling are popular as well.

Prices for striped bass in Chesapeake Bay can range anywhere from about $627 to $2,190, but the average price for a half day trip for striped bass in Chesapeake Bay is $970. The average price for a full day trip for striped bass in Chesapeake Bay is $1,496.

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.

The most popular season for striped bass fishing in Chesapeake Bay is fall, and most anglers book their trips 44 days in advance.

See here for more information on striped bass fishing licenses in Chesapeake Bay, striped bass bag limits, and fishing season regulations for striped bass in Chesapeake Bay. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right striped bass rules and regulations in Chesapeake Bay.