Plan a Fishing Trip to Chincoteague, VA

8 guidesBest months: April, May, June, September

What's Biting in Chincoteague Right Now

Mahi Mahi
ExcellentVarious
Weakfish
ExcellentVarious
Tuna
Excellentsaltwater
Trolling, Chunking, Live Baiting
Black Sea Bass
Excellentsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Jigging, Live Bait
Tautog
Excellentsaltwater
Bottom fishing, Jigging, Live bait fishing
Bluefish
Excellentsaltwater
Trolling, Casting, Live Baiting
Striped Bass
Goodboth
Trolling, Casting, Live Bait Fishing
Flounder
GoodVarious

What to Bring

Check with Chincoteague guides about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • 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)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Virginia Fishing License

License: Saltwater fishing license

White Sea Bass are a prohibited species in Virginia. Any caught must be immediately released.