Maryland Fishing Report

Water quality conditions in the upper bay are steadily improving due to recent rains and windy conditions.

The striped bass that were concentrated at the shoal areas off Tolchester have begun to move to the south.

Recreational crabbing continues to pick up speed -- the top crabbing locations tend to be in the middle and lower bay regions this week.

Surf fishing has picked up a click or two with a strong kingfish and croaker bite occurring along the Ocean City and Assateague beaches. Read more.

Take Your Best Shot The Maryland Natural Resource photo contest wraps up this month. Enter your best shots showcasing Maryland's great outdoors by midnight Aug. 31!  Winners will be featured in the 2019 wall calendar; additional prizes include cash and park passes. Enter today!