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Sinepuxent Bay

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Maryland, United States

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General info

Sinepuxent Bay is a part of an ocean located in Worcester County, Maryland, United States. It is most popular for fishing Summer flounder, Black sea bass, and Sandbar shark.

Location

38°15′18.5″N 75°08′31.9″W
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Fishing regulations at Sinepuxent Bay, MD

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 Maryland 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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Summer flounder

Summer flounder

Regulation boundaryMaryland State Waters
Bag limit4

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size17.5" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Additional information
The recreational minimum size: January 11, 2025 – May 31, 2025: 16 inchesJune 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025: 17-1/2 inches Federal regulations are waived for Summer Flounder, and recreational anglers shall follow regulations for the state in which their catch is landed.
Synonyms
Fluke, Paralichthys dentatus
Season open: May 1 - December 31
Black sea bass

Black sea bass

Regulation boundaryMaryland State Waters
Bag limit15

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size12.5" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Edibility
Excellent according to Adam L.
Synonyms
Centropristis striata
Species prohibited
Sandbar shark

Sandbar shark

Regulation boundaryHighly Migratory Species

It is unlawful to harvest, possess, land, purchase, sell, or exchange this species.

Restrictions & requirements

Gigging

Harvest by gigging prohibited.

Snagging

Harvest of this species by snagging (snatch hooking) is prohibited.

Spears

Harvest of this species by "spearing" is prohibited. Spearing includes the catching or taking of a fish by bow hunting, gigging, spearfishing, or by any device used to capture a fish by piercing the body.

Multiple Hooks

Harvest of this species by or with the use of any multiple hooks in conjunction with live or dead natural bait is prohibited.

Additional information
Sharks can be difficult to ID. Remember: If you don't know, let it go. For help with shark identification, download the Recreational Atlantic HMS Shark ID Placard (http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/sfa/hms/species/sharks/documents/shark_id_placard_532017_web.pdf) or the Prohibited Shark ID Placard (http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/sfa/hms/species/sharks/documents/prohibited_shark_id_placard_5302017_web.pdf)
Synonyms
Carcharhinus plumbeus
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FAQ about Sinepuxent Bay fishing

📍 Where is Sinepuxent Bay located?
Sinepuxent Bay is a part of an ocean located in Worcester County, Maryland, United States. Its coordinates are:
38°15′18.5″N 75°08′31.9″W
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🎣 Where on Sinepuxent Bay is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Sinepuxent Bay by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Sinepuxent Bay?
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📢 What are the latest Sinepuxent Bay fishing reports?
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🗓️ What species are in season at Sinepuxent Bay right now?
According to fishing regulations at Sinepuxent Bay, some of the species in season this November include: Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Blacktip shark, Black sea bass, and Bull shark. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Sinepuxent Bay?

Fishing in Maryland requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Options include resident, non-resident, daily, and annual licenses, purchasable online or at authorized vendors.

In Maryland, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16 or residents 65 and older. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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