Fluke Fishing in Maryland

Party boats work the shoals, channels, and near-shore structure where fluke concentrate during the warm months, offering accessible fishing just minutes from the dock.

The Ocean City Inlet and the channels running through the back bays are productive early-season spots where fluke move in with the warming water. As summer progresses, the ocean-side reefs, wrecks, and sand ridges in 40 to 80 feet of water hold the biggest fish. Full-day trips running to the offshore lumps and artificial reef sites produce the best chances at doormat-sized fluke.