Fishing near Ocean City, MD

Atlantic surf and inlet.

Nearest public waters

Straight-line distance from Ocean City. Tap a water for its spot profile.

WaterStateDistanceType
Indian River Bay
Inshore saltwater.
DE18 mibay
Delaware Bay
Striped bass and weakfish.
DE46 mibay
Chesapeake Bay
Striped bass, blue crab.
MD72 mibay
Chesapeake Bay (VA)
Striped bass.
VA77 mibay
Lums PondDE87 milake
Susquehanna Flats
Spring striped bass.
MD100 mibay
Atlantic Coast (Barnegat)
Striped bass and bluefish.
NJ111 micoast
Delaware River
Smallmouth and striped bass.
NJ123 miriver

All waters in MD

MD license & regulations

Maryland Department of Natural Resources

  • Resident annual: verify locally
  • Non-resident annual: verify locally
  • Source: verify locally — see Maryland Department of Natural Resources current license fees and regulations.

Full MD regulations →

Species nearby

Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.