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Chilly Chesapeake Fishing: Trophy Rockfish, Tuna, and Tidal Insights for January 10, 2025
For those venturing out onto the Chesapeake Bay today, January 10, 2025, here’s what you can expect:
First, let's talk about the tides. Today, you're looking at a high tide at 4:57 AM and another at 5:19 PM, with low tides at 11:24 AM and 11:12 PM. The tidal heights are moderate, with highs around 2.8 and 1.96 feet, and lows just slightly below zero[2].
The weather is quite chilly, with cold winds that have been keeping many boats off the water. However, for those brave enough to face the cold, there's some promising fishing action to be had. Sunrise is at 7:17 AM, and sunset will be at 5:06 PM, giving you a good window to get out on the water.
In the Middle Chesapeake Bay, particularly around Chesapeake Beach and the mouth of Eastern Bay, there have been reports of big rockfish being caught. Despite a bit of a lull in the action over the past week, fish over the 40-inch mark have been landed using soft plastics on 1.5-ounce heads. Some areas like the mouth of Eastern Bay have seen pods of fish suspending in 40’ to 60’ of water, although the bird activity has been short-lived[1][3].
For those targeting striped bass, the southern parts of the bay, especially around the Eastern Shore near Cape Charles, have seen steady action. Sho-Nuf Sportfishing reported catching some nice trophy fish in this area, which were tagged and released[3].
If you're looking for hot spots, consider heading to Chesapeake Beach, known for its short-lived bird action and reports of fish over the 40-inch mark. Another good spot is the area near the mouth of Eastern Bay, where you can find fish suspending in deeper waters. For land-based fishing, Sandy Point State Park and First Landing State Park are excellent choices, offering access to striped bass, summer flounder, and other species[4].
Best lures and bait include soft plastics, especially those on 1.5-ounce heads. For the more adventurous, trolling for bluefin tuna with heavy tackle is also an option, though this is more common in the Virginia Beach area[1][3].
Stay warm and tight lines
First, let's talk about the tides. Today, you're looking at a high tide at 4:57 AM and another at 5:19 PM, with low tides at 11:24 AM and 11:12 PM. The tidal heights are moderate, with highs around 2.8 and 1.96 feet, and lows just slightly below zero[2].
The weather is quite chilly, with cold winds that have been keeping many boats off the water. However, for those brave enough to face the cold, there's some promising fishing action to be had. Sunrise is at 7:17 AM, and sunset will be at 5:06 PM, giving you a good window to get out on the water.
In the Middle Chesapeake Bay, particularly around Chesapeake Beach and the mouth of Eastern Bay, there have been reports of big rockfish being caught. Despite a bit of a lull in the action over the past week, fish over the 40-inch mark have been landed using soft plastics on 1.5-ounce heads. Some areas like the mouth of Eastern Bay have seen pods of fish suspending in 40’ to 60’ of water, although the bird activity has been short-lived[1][3].
For those targeting striped bass, the southern parts of the bay, especially around the Eastern Shore near Cape Charles, have seen steady action. Sho-Nuf Sportfishing reported catching some nice trophy fish in this area, which were tagged and released[3].
If you're looking for hot spots, consider heading to Chesapeake Beach, known for its short-lived bird action and reports of fish over the 40-inch mark. Another good spot is the area near the mouth of Eastern Bay, where you can find fish suspending in deeper waters. For land-based fishing, Sandy Point State Park and First Landing State Park are excellent choices, offering access to striped bass, summer flounder, and other species[4].
Best lures and bait include soft plastics, especially those on 1.5-ounce heads. For the more adventurous, trolling for bluefin tuna with heavy tackle is also an option, though this is more common in the Virginia Beach area[1][3].
Stay warm and tight lines
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By Quiet. PleaseFor those venturing out onto the Chesapeake Bay today, January 10, 2025, here’s what you can expect:
First, let's talk about the tides. Today, you're looking at a high tide at 4:57 AM and another at 5:19 PM, with low tides at 11:24 AM and 11:12 PM. The tidal heights are moderate, with highs around 2.8 and 1.96 feet, and lows just slightly below zero[2].
The weather is quite chilly, with cold winds that have been keeping many boats off the water. However, for those brave enough to face the cold, there's some promising fishing action to be had. Sunrise is at 7:17 AM, and sunset will be at 5:06 PM, giving you a good window to get out on the water.
In the Middle Chesapeake Bay, particularly around Chesapeake Beach and the mouth of Eastern Bay, there have been reports of big rockfish being caught. Despite a bit of a lull in the action over the past week, fish over the 40-inch mark have been landed using soft plastics on 1.5-ounce heads. Some areas like the mouth of Eastern Bay have seen pods of fish suspending in 40’ to 60’ of water, although the bird activity has been short-lived[1][3].
For those targeting striped bass, the southern parts of the bay, especially around the Eastern Shore near Cape Charles, have seen steady action. Sho-Nuf Sportfishing reported catching some nice trophy fish in this area, which were tagged and released[3].
If you're looking for hot spots, consider heading to Chesapeake Beach, known for its short-lived bird action and reports of fish over the 40-inch mark. Another good spot is the area near the mouth of Eastern Bay, where you can find fish suspending in deeper waters. For land-based fishing, Sandy Point State Park and First Landing State Park are excellent choices, offering access to striped bass, summer flounder, and other species[4].
Best lures and bait include soft plastics, especially those on 1.5-ounce heads. For the more adventurous, trolling for bluefin tuna with heavy tackle is also an option, though this is more common in the Virginia Beach area[1][3].
Stay warm and tight lines
First, let's talk about the tides. Today, you're looking at a high tide at 4:57 AM and another at 5:19 PM, with low tides at 11:24 AM and 11:12 PM. The tidal heights are moderate, with highs around 2.8 and 1.96 feet, and lows just slightly below zero[2].
The weather is quite chilly, with cold winds that have been keeping many boats off the water. However, for those brave enough to face the cold, there's some promising fishing action to be had. Sunrise is at 7:17 AM, and sunset will be at 5:06 PM, giving you a good window to get out on the water.
In the Middle Chesapeake Bay, particularly around Chesapeake Beach and the mouth of Eastern Bay, there have been reports of big rockfish being caught. Despite a bit of a lull in the action over the past week, fish over the 40-inch mark have been landed using soft plastics on 1.5-ounce heads. Some areas like the mouth of Eastern Bay have seen pods of fish suspending in 40’ to 60’ of water, although the bird activity has been short-lived[1][3].
For those targeting striped bass, the southern parts of the bay, especially around the Eastern Shore near Cape Charles, have seen steady action. Sho-Nuf Sportfishing reported catching some nice trophy fish in this area, which were tagged and released[3].
If you're looking for hot spots, consider heading to Chesapeake Beach, known for its short-lived bird action and reports of fish over the 40-inch mark. Another good spot is the area near the mouth of Eastern Bay, where you can find fish suspending in deeper waters. For land-based fishing, Sandy Point State Park and First Landing State Park are excellent choices, offering access to striped bass, summer flounder, and other species[4].
Best lures and bait include soft plastics, especially those on 1.5-ounce heads. For the more adventurous, trolling for bluefin tuna with heavy tackle is also an option, though this is more common in the Virginia Beach area[1][3].
Stay warm and tight lines