Charter Information & Rates
Chesapeake Bay Sport Fishing operates full-time private charter trips during season.
Trips are available seven days a week based on weather and availability.
2026 Charter Season
May 16 - December 10, 2026
Rockfish closed: April 15-May 15 and July 16-July 31.
Typical windows:
- 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM (or legal catch limit)
- 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM (or legal catch limit)
Typical duration is up to 6 hours or the legal catch limit is reached — a sign of a productive day.
Reservation Policy
- $200 deposit required for all reservations
- 21+ days notice required for cancellation/reschedule without forfeiting deposit
- Trips canceled within 72 hours or no-shows are subject to base vessel charges
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Boat Pricing
| Boat | Rates |
| 52' Jessie Girl | $1,275 for up to ten (10) people $120 per person for each additional person up to 42 Plus mate tip (typically 20-25% of trip total) |
| 46' Vagabond | $1,035 for up to eight (8) people $120 per person for each additional person up to 12 Plus mate tip (typically 20-25% of trip total) |
| 42' Kathy C | $1,035 for up to eight (8) people $120 per person for each additional person up to 22 Plus mate tip (typically 20-25% of trip total) |
| 41' Valor | $1,035 for up to eight (8) people $120 per person for each additional person up to 17 Plus mate tip (typically 20-25% of trip total) |
Things to Bring
Food, drinks (no glass), and weather-appropriate clothing.
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Meet the Captains
Experienced Chesapeake Bay captains with decades on the water.
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Promotions & Catering
Bay cruise dinner options, group add-ons, and gift options.
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Custom Trips
Sightseeing, sunset cruises, and custom-time tours can be arranged based on advance scheduling.