The week of September 5–11, 2026 gave us fast action and heavy coolers out of Solomons Island, MD. Big Bluefish chewed nearly every afternoon, Spanish Mackerel showed up in serious numbers, and Red Drum kept us hunting. We even landed a 92-Mackerel day that had the whole boat grinning.
This report walks you through each day on the water, breaks down how every species is running right now, and shows you how to grab a seat on this Sunday’s walk-on trip. Let’s get into it.
Here’s the quick version:
• 92 Spanish Mackerel on a single 12-hour trip September 9
• 50 Big Bluefish landed in one afternoon September 6
• 2 Big Reds early in the week, with more on the hunt list
• Spanish Mackerel schooling up strong out of Solomons
• Walk-on seats open Sunday, Sept 13, noon–8pm aboard Miss Susie IV
How Was Fishing This Past Week?
In one word: fantastic. Our captains put anglers on multiple species almost every trip during charter fishing trips on the Chesapeake Bay out of Harbor Island Marina. A couple of mornings started slow, but the crew adjusted fast and turned quiet water into full boxes of fish.
The week of August 29 through September 4, 2026 kept our rods bent and our coolers full out of Solomons Island, MD. Big Red Drum came drumming, Bluefish chewed by the boatload, and Spanish Mackerel kept the action fast. We even went Cobia hunting when groups asked for it.
This report walks you through each day on the water, breaks down how every species is running right now, and shows you how to grab a seat on this weekend’s walk-on trips. Let’s get into it.
Here’s the quick version:
• Big Red Drum drumming and landing over the upper slot
• 60 solid Bluefish on a single 6-hour morning trip
• Spanish Mackerel back in the mix
• 6 Big Reds landed in one afternoon
• Walk-on seats open Sat, Sept 5 and Mon, Sept 7 out of Solomons, MD
How Was Fishing This Past Week?
In one word: outstanding. Our captains put anglers on multiple species almost every trip during Charter Fishing Trips on the Chesapeake Bay out of Harbor Island Marina. Some days started slow, but the crew adjusted fast and turned quiet water into full coolers.
Here’s the day-by-day breakdown.
The week of August 22–27, 2026 gave us some of the most exciting Chesapeake Bay charter fishing of the whole season. We ran hard out of Solomons Island, MD, and the fish rewarded us every single day. Spanish Mackerel poured in like it was 2023, Bull Red Drum lit up the electronics, and the Bluefish kept every rod bent.
By the end of this report, you’ll know exactly what’s biting, how each species is running right now, and how to grab one of the last open seats on our Sunday, August 30 walk-on trip. Let’s get into it.
Here’s the quick version:
• 100 Spanish Mackerel on our August 24 walk-on trip
• 9 Bull Reds on spinning gear after trolling over a giant school August 26
• 54 Bluefish on the afternoon of August 22
• 5 short Cobia targeted and landed on August 25
• All four trophy species active on Solomons Island charter fishing trips
How Was Fishing This Past Week?
In one word: unforgettable. Our captains put anglers on multiple species nearly every trip out of Harbor Island Marina in Solomons Island, MD. We battled some sea grass and shifting winds, but the crew adjusted fast and kept the coolers filling.
Here’s the day-by-day breakdown.
The late summer bite out of Solomons Island, MD stayed strong all week. From August 15 through August 21, our boats loaded up on Spanish Mackerel, tangled with feisty Bluefish, and battled some hard-pulling Red Drum. We even had a few Cobia crash the party.
This report gives you the full day by day rundown of what’s biting right now. You’ll see the numbers, learn which trophy species are running hot, and find out how to grab your spot before the calendar fills.
Here’s the quick version:
• Spanish Mackerel are here in big numbers
• Bluefish are chewing, from fryers to 10-pounders
• Red Drum and a few Cobia are in the mix too
Let’s dive into the action.
The late-summer bite out of Solomons Island, MD has been everything we hoped for and then some. From August 8 through August 13, our boats saw drag-screaming Red Drum, giant Bluefish, and Spanish Mackerel in serious numbers. Toss in a morning that produced over 200 Norfolk Spot, and you have one of the best weeks of the season so far.
This report walks you through the highlights day by day, shows you which trophy species are biting right now, and tells you how to lock in your spot before the calendar fills. Let’s get into it.
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.
Summer Rockfish season closed on a high note. From July 25 through July 31, our boats stayed on the fish, and the action barely let up for a single trip. If you missed this final week, don’t worry—we have huge news about what’s coming next. Starting August 7, our saltier water adventures out of Solomons Island, MD kick off, and early reports point to one of the best late-summer runs in years.
This report covers the last week of summer Rockfish charters, the still-red-hot Blue Catfish bite out of Fort Washington, and everything you need to know to book your Solomons Island trip before the calendar fills. Let’s get into it.
What a week on the water! The bite stayed strong from July 18 through July 24, and the clock is now ticking louder than ever. This is officially the last week to chase summer Rockfish before the season closes on August 1. Aboard Miss Susie Charters, we kept the rods bending with quick Striped Bass limits and big numbers of hard-fighting catfish.
This report walks you through our daily highlights out of Pasadena, MD and Fort Washington, MD. You will see exactly what our trips produced, why light tackle fishing has been so much fun, and how to lock in your spot before summer Rockfish season ends for good.
Let’s dive into the action.
The bite has been outstanding, and the clock is ticking. If chasing summer Rockfish is on your list, you have just two weeks left before the season closes. Aboard Miss Susie Charters, we have been stacking up quick limits of Striped Bass and reeling in big numbers of Blue Catfish, trip after trip.
This report breaks down our latest catches out of Pasadena, MD and Fort Washington, MD. You will see exactly what our recent trips produced, why the light tackle action has been so good, and how to lock in your spot before summer Rockfish season ends on July 31.
Let’s get into it.
What a week on the water! If you have been waiting for the perfect time to book your Chesapeake Bay fishing charter, this is it. The bite has been red hot, and our boats have been coming back to the dock with coolers full and anglers grinning ear to ear.
This report breaks down exactly what Miss Susie Charters has been seeing across our two hottest departure points: Pasadena, MD and Fort Washington, MD. You will learn where the fish are biting, what our recent trips have produced, and which open dates you can still grab before they disappear.
Here is the quick version: quick limits of Striped Bass (Rockfish), followed by big numbers of Blue Catfish and Channel Catfish, trip after trip. We also have limited Rockfish harvest days left before the season closes, plus a heads-up on booking your late summer Solomons Island trips. Let’s dive in.
The bite is absolutely on fire right now. Miss Susie Charters is running trips out of two prime departure points — Ventnor Marina in Pasadena, MD and Tantallon Marina in Fort Washington, MD — and the reports from both locations have been nothing short of extraordinary. Catfish are piling up. Rockfish are hitting. And the rods don’t stop bending.
Here’s what’s been happening on the water.
The rockfish are biting, and the action has been nothing short of phenomenal. If you have been waiting for the right moment to hit the water, this is it. Aboard Miss Susie Charters, we have been putting our groups on fish day after day, limiting out on rockfish and then keeping the rods bent with hard-fighting catfish.
Miss Susie Charters is booking Chesapeake Bay Rockfish/Catfish Combo Charter trips now, departing from Ventnor Marina in Pasadena, MD—minutes from Baltimore and Annapolis, and an easy drive from DC.
The bite is on, the boats are positioned, and prime dates are filling fast. If chasing striped bass aka Rockfish on the upper Chesapeake Bay is on your list this year, now is the moment to lock in your spot before the 31 day closure in August. Miss Susie Charters has its rods rigged, its bait ready, and its captains watching the water—because when the rockfish are running, and after limiting on Rockfish there are plenty of Blue Catfish & Channel Catfish to catch (also on light tackle).
Blue Catfish Fishing Trips have been a blast this week. Fun seeing these kids reel them in!
This Rockfish Charter guide will show you what to expect from your first trip, how to prepare, and how to choose the right charter for your group. By the end, you should feel more confident, more prepared, and more excited to get on the water.
When Does Rockfish Season Open on the Chesapeake Bay? The Answer Has A Few Parts….
“It’s soooo big!” 😲The thrill of the catch!🐟🐠🎣 The weather wasn’t perfect but the fishing was! You have to love the joy of people catching these fish!
Fishing has been fun this week with summer temps and plenty of giant blue catfish this week on Miss Susie Blue Catfish Charters on the Potomac River!
Learn about the best times to fish, ecological benefits, and how to book your next charter.
