Chincoteague, VA Fishing Trip — April
Your Chincoteague, VA Fishing Trip
April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 63°F / Low 50°F5.5" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in April
8 species
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentFlounder
Various
GoodMahi Mahi
Various
GoodWeakfish
Various
GoodTuna
Trolling · Chunking
GoodBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
GoodTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
GoodBluefish
Trolling · Casting
April Weather in Chincoteague
63°F
Avg High
50°F
Avg Low
5.5"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
8 Guides Matched
Prepare for Your Trip
Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
For Your Target Species
For Inshore Fishing
For the Season
What to Bring
Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:
Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
Snacks or lunch
Cooler for your catch
Motion sickness medication (if needed)
Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
Things to Do in Chincoteague
Activities for your non-fishing days
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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Virginia Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$23
Non-Resident$47
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately. Trout license additional.
Species Regulations
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:18-24 inch slot limit, except in the tidal Potomac River where the slot limit is 20-26 inches
Possession of striped bass or hybrid striped bass is prohibited on Gaston Lake and its tributaries from April 1 through May 31. Check local advisories for specific water bodies.
Flounder
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per person
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Regulations can change frequently; always check the VMRC website before fishing.
Mahi Mahi
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Weakfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Possession limit is one fish.