We’re back at Solomons Island, and the fishing is already off to an incredible start. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to book a late-summer charter, this is it. The Spanish Mackerel have arrived in numbers we have not seen since 2023, and the Bluefish are chewing right alongside them.
This report gives you the latest from our first days back out of Solomons Island, MD. You’ll learn what’s biting, which four trophy species you can target right now, and how to grab a spot on our upcoming Sunday walk-on trip before it fills.
Here’s the quick version:
- Spanish Mackerel are here in big numbers
- Bluefish are active and hitting hard
- Cobia and Red Drum are on the menu too
- A Sunday, August 9 walk-on trip still has openings
Let’s dive in.
What’s Biting at Solomons Island Right Now?
In one word: everything. Our first days back at Solomons Island have been a blast, and the early reports are some of the best in years.
The headline is the Spanish Mackerel. These fast, hard-charging fish have shown up in numbers we have not seen since 2023. That’s huge news, especially after a quiet 2025. When the Mackerel run this thick, the action stays fast from the first pass to the last.
The Bluefish are right there with them, too. Big, aggressive, and always ready for a fight, they turn every trip into nonstop rod-bending fun.
The takeaway: Spanish Mackerel and Bluefish are both biting strong out of Solomons Island right now.
The Spanish Mackerel are here in Numbers we have not seen since 2023!
Why Solomons Island Is the Place to Fish This Season
Solomons Island sits at the heart of some of the best fishing water on the Chesapeake Bay. Where the Patuxent River meets the Bay, bait piles up and predators follow. That means fast access to prime grounds and less time riding.
Miss Susie Charters launches from Harbor Island Marina in Solomons Island, MD. From the docks, our captains reach productive Bay structure and channel edges in a short run. More time fishing, less time traveling.
The takeaway: Harbor Island Marina puts you minutes from the hottest late-summer action on the Bay.
Which Four Species Can You Target?
Right now, Solomons Island is loaded. Here’s what you can chase on a single trip.
Spanish Mackerel
Fast, sleek, and delicious. Spanish Mackerel are the star of the show this season, showing up in numbers not seen since 2023. They hit hard and make great table fare.
Bluefish
If you want a fight, Bluefish deliver. These toothy brawlers strike with attitude and pull hard all the way to the boat. They’re active and ready right now.
Cobia
One of the most powerful game fish in the Bay. Landing a big Cobia is a true test of strength and a memory you won’t forget.
Red Drum
Raw pulling power. Big Red Drum test any angler and put a serious bend in the rod. They round out an incredible four-species lineup.
The takeaway: One trip, four trophy species — Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Cobia, and Red Drum are all in play.
Join Our Sunday, August 9 Walk-On Trip
Want to get in on the action fast? We have a walk-on/mixed group trip coming up, and spots are still open.
- Date: Sunday, August 9
- Time: 6:00 AM to Noon
- Boat: Aboard Miss Susie II
- Captain: Capt. Greg Buckner
- Departs from: Solomons Island, MD
Walk-on trips are perfect for solo anglers, couples, and small groups who want to fish without booking a whole boat. You’ll fish alongside other anglers, share the experience, and head home with your part of the catch.
The takeaway: The August 9 morning trip is a low-commitment way to get on the Spanish Mackerel bite — but seats are limited.
Why Should You Book Now?
The best dates go fast, and this season is shaping up to be special. With Spanish Mackerel here in force and Bluefish, Cobia, and Red Drum all active, demand is climbing quickly.
Booking early gives your group first pick of dates while every species is running hot. Once word gets out about a run like this, prime weekend spots disappear.
Here’s your quick checklist before you call:
- Pick your date while the bite is peaking
- Grab your crew or join a walk-on trip
- Lock it in before the calendar fills
The takeaway: A season this strong won’t stay a secret. Reserve your date now.
Book Your Solomons Island Charter Today
The Spanish Mackerel are back in numbers we have not seen since 2023, the Bluefish are chewing, and Cobia and Red Drum are on the table too. There’s never been a better time to fish out of Solomons Island, MD.
Don’t wait on the August 9 walk-on trip aboard Miss Susie II — those seats fill fast, and so do our other dates. Grab your crew, pick your trip, and let Capt. Greg Buckner and our team put you right on the fish.
Contact Miss Susie Charters today to check availability and lock in your spot. We’ll be where the fish are — come join us!