Largemouth Bass Fishing in Maryland
When largemouth bass are caught across Maryland, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Largemouth Bass catch through the year
Recreational catch in Maryland by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
Seasonal catch and conditions for Maryland
Seasonal catch, tides, and the day's conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional Pathr update. No spam.
Catching largemouth bass in Maryland
Largemouth Bass catches in Maryland run hardest around Mar-Apr, with the strongest two-month windows in Mar-Apr and May-Jun. Anglers keep about 0% of what they catch and release the rest. All of this comes from NOAA’s recreational catch survey, so it maps the season rather than any single day.
To turn the season into a trip, line the peak window up with the daily bite. Check the Maryland fishing times for the solunar windows, the tide charts for moving water, and the sunrise and sunset times for first and last light.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to catch largemouth bass in Maryland?+
Catches peak around Mar-Apr (March and April). The strongest two-month windows are Mar-Apr and May-Jun. This is based on NOAA's 2024 recreational catch survey, so it reflects the typical season rather than a live report.
Do anglers keep or release largemouth bass in Maryland?+
Across Maryland, about 0% of the largemouth bass caught are kept and 100% are released. That works out to roughly 1,550 kept and 565K released in 2024.
How many largemouth bass are caught in Maryland?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 566K largemouth bass caught by recreational anglers in Maryland in 2024, making it the #10 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this largemouth bass data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
