Tautog Fishing in Cambridge, MD
Local guides, seasonality, and regulations for tautog in Cambridge.
Fishing Charters in Maryland
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Ocean City Guide Service
Charter fishing in Ocean City Maryland for Flounder Fishing, Shark Fishing, Tautog Fishing, and Rockfish Fishing. Family Fun Fishing Charters
Morning Star Fishing
The Morning Star is the party boat that fishes like a private charter out of Ocean City, MD. We mainly target Flounder, Sea Bass and Tautog but offer several special trips that target other seasonal species throughout the year. Come aboard to see what over 40 years of experience can offer you.
Lucky Break Charters
Fish the inshore waters of Ocean City, Maryland aboard Lucky Break Charters. We provide guided fishing trips for flounder, trout, croaker, bluefish, red drum, striped bass, tautog and other fish.
Fin Chaser Sportfishing Charters
Inshore & Offshore fishing for Tuna, Marlin, Mahi-Mahi, Wahoo, Shark, Flounder, Sea Bass, Tautog and more with Fin Chaser Sportfishing in Ocean City, MD.
Best Time to Catch Tautog
Tautog can be caught year-round in Cambridge.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Tautog
Tautog, also known as blackfish, are a hard-fighting and delicious species found along the Atlantic coast of North America. These bottom-dwelling fish inhabit rocky reefs, wrecks, and other structure-rich areas from Maine down to the Carolinas. Tautog are prized by anglers for their challenging fight and their firm, white flesh, making them a popular target for both recreational and commercial fishermen.
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How to Catch Tautog
Tautog Fishing Regulations in Maryland
Open Season
January 1 - May 15 and August 1 - December 31
Daily Bag Limit
4 per person
Size Limit
16-inch minimum
License Required
Chesapeake Bay & Coastal Sport Fishing License
Possession limit is equal to the daily bag limit. Check for any seasonal closures or gear restrictions in specific areas.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Maryland state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Tautog fishing regulations in Maryland?
In Maryland, the season is january 1 - may 15 and august 1 - december 31, the daily bag limit is 4 per person, the minimum size is 16-inch minimum. Regulations change throughout the year, so confirm current rules with the Maryland wildlife agency before fishing.
Do I need a fishing license to catch Tautog in Maryland?
Chesapeake Bay & Coastal Sport Fishing License. On a guided charter, anglers are often covered under the captain's license — confirm with your guide when booking.
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