🐟 What fish can you catch in Washington?

Most commonly caught species around Washington , DC : Largemouth bass - 51,625 reported catches Bluegill - 9,907 reported catches Blue catfish - 9,551 reported catches Channel catfish - 5,592 reported catches Black crappie - 3,063 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Washington fishing reports?

The latest Washington , DC fishing reports are: @Hotheadfishing.ent reported a nice White perch at Four Mile Run . @Hotheadfishing.ent reported a nice White perch at Four Mile Run . @daniel-friend reported a nice Largemouth bass . @daniel-friend reported a nice Largemouth bass . @wheredabassat92 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Little Seneca Lake . .

Fishing in Washington, DC

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Washington, Washington, D.C.?

Anglers in Washington , DC recommend these top fishing spots: Potomac River , Potomac River (Washington - Chesapeake Bay) , Potomac River (DC) , Four Mile Run , Patuxent River .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Washington?

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Washington, D.C., United States

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Top fish species in Washington

Latest Washington fishing reports

White perch

Four Mile Run

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White perch

Four Mile Run

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

Little Seneca Lake

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Largemouth bass

Hillcrest Pond

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Channel catfish

Patuxent River

19 in · 2 lb

Blue catfish

Patuxent River

24 in · 4 lb

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Fishing regulations in Washington

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Washington, D.C. can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of April 16th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

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June 16 through February 28: Minimum size is 12-inches

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

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38°54′16.9″N 77°00′58.7″W

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FAQ about Washington fishing

Anglers in Washington, DC recommend these top fishing spots: Potomac River, Potomac River (Washington - Chesapeake Bay), Potomac River (DC), Four Mile Run, and Patuxent River.

Most commonly caught species around Washington, DC:

Largemouth bass - 51,625 reported catches
Bluegill - 9,907 reported catches
Blue catfish - 9,551 reported catches
Channel catfish - 5,592 reported catches
Black crappie - 3,063 reported catches

The latest Washington, DC fishing reports are:

@Hotheadfishing.ent reported a nice White perch at Four Mile Run.
@Hotheadfishing.ent reported a nice White perch at Four Mile Run.
@daniel-friend reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@daniel-friend reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@wheredabassat92 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Little Seneca Lake.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Washington, DC. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: