• Chesapeake Bay Fishing Forecast: Chasing Stripers, Perch, and Pickerel in the Mid-40s Waters

  • Dec 8 2024
  • Length: 3 mins
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Chesapeake Bay Fishing Forecast: Chasing Stripers, Perch, and Pickerel in the Mid-40s Waters

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  • For December 8th in the Chesapeake Bay area around Baltimore and Washington D.C., here’s what you can expect for your fishing trip.

    First, let's look at the tidal conditions. Today, the first low tide at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel was at 4:11 AM, with the first high tide coming in at 10:40 AM. The next low tide will be at 5:07 PM, and the next high tide at 11:08 PM. The tidal coefficient is average, at 62, indicating moderate tidal amplitudes[2].

    Sunrise today is at 7:03 AM, and sunset will be at 4:47 PM, giving you about 9 hours and 44 minutes of daylight[2].

    As for the fish activity, with water temperatures dipping into the mid-40s, striped bass are starting to stack up close to the bottom to pass the winter months. You can find them suspended near the bottom at depths of 30 feet and deeper, especially along the edges of the shipping channel. Jigging with soft plastic jigs or metal jigs is highly effective for catching these bass. For white perch, heavy but small metal jigs are the way to go, particularly around rock piles and behind concrete bridge span abutments[3].

    Chain pickerel are also active in the colder waters, making them a great target for inland anglers. Trolling with umbrella rigs can catch suspended striped bass, while jigging remains the best method for those hugging the bottom[3].

    For hot spots, consider the areas around North Beach down to Rocky Point, including Breezy Point and Calvert Cliffs. These spots are known for their productivity, especially the popular Power Plant area in the Lower Middle Chesapeake Bay[4].

    Given the current conditions, using lures that mimic baitfish or small crustaceans will be effective. Soft plastic jigs in natural colors and small metal jigs that can reach the bottom quickly are your best bets.

    Overall, it's a good day to get out on the water, especially during the early morning and late afternoon when the fish are most active. Just be sure to check the weather forecast as well, as it can significantly affect tidal and fishing conditions.
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