Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Powellville, Wicomico County · Fishing
Bass, bluegill, bullhead, crappie, pickerel and carp
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Washington County · Fishing
Bass, trout, muskie, bluegill, crappie, sunfish, perch, bullhead and carp
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Garrett County · Fishing
Largemouth and smallmouth bass, panfish and tiger muskie
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Centennial Park, Howard County · Fishing
Bass, tiger muskie, panfish, catfish and rainbow trout
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Seneca Creek State Park, Montgomery County · Fishing
Bass, panfish, catfish and carp
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Cunningham Falls State Park, Frederick County · Fishing
Largemouth bass and panfish
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Deep Creek Lake State Park, Garrett County · Fishing
Bass, trout, walleye, northern pike and panfish
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Salisbury, Wicomico County · Fishing
Bass, pickerel, crappie, bluegill and perch
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules. Special bass-management regulations apply.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Prince George's County · Fishing
Trout, largemouth bass and bluegill
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Rocky Gap State Park, Allegany County · Fishing
Smallmouth bass, crappie, channel catfish, sunfish, brown and rainbow trout
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Salisbury, Wicomico County · Fishing
Bass, sunfish, bullhead, crappie, pickerel and carp
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules. Special bass-management regulations apply.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Boyds, Montgomery County · Fishing
Bass, catfish, bluegill, crappie and tiger muskie
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Myrtle Grove Wildlife Management Area, Charles County · Fishing
Freshwater fish; confirm species in the agency water-specific guide
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Sykesville, Carroll County · Fishing
Largemouth bass, sunfish, striped bass, crappie, catfish, tiger muskie and perch
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Rising Sun, Cecil County · Fishing
Bass, bluegill, crappie, carp and seasonally stocked trout
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Federalsburg, Caroline County · Fishing
Largemouth and smallmouth bass, bluegill, crappie, pickerel, bullhead and carp
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · St. Marys River State Park, St. Marys County · Fishing
Largemouth and smallmouth bass, pickerel, crappie, bluegill and redear sunfish
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules. This is a catch-and-release trophy-bass lake; check current special rules before keeping bass.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Tuckahoe State Park, Queen Anne's/Caroline counties · Fishing
Bass, bluegill, pickerel, crappie, perch, bullhead and carp
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Millington, Queen Anne's County · Fishing
Largemouth bass, bluegill, pickerel, catfish, crappie and perch
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Kennedyville, Kent County · Fishing
Bass, bluegill, bullhead and carp
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Charles County · Fishing
Largemouth and smallmouth bass, crappie, catfish, bluegill and redear sunfish
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules. This is a catch-and-release trophy-bass lake; check current special rules before keeping bass.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Queen Anne's County · Fishing
Bass, bluegill, crappie, bullhead, carp and perch
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
Public land & waterNo lottery
MD · Mill Run Campground access, Garrett County · Fishing
Largemouth and smallmouth bass, pickerel, northern pike, perch and trout
A named freshwater fishing destination in Maryland DNR's hotspot guide, with access information on the agency page.
Open access · Check seasons and closures
Licenses, access and what to check
Maryland non-tidal fishing license where required; trout stamp when required. Local park admission, boating permits and posted lake rules may apply.
Use designated public park or lake entries; an agency fishery listing does not authorize walking around private banks. Confirm local hours, boat permits and current lake-specific creel rules.
Why this is included: The agency documents ordinary recreational fishing or a developed public fishing access at this named place, and the state sells ordinary fishing licenses directly. This record excludes controlled events and separately restricted activities; it does not promise a space or a catch.
Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.
