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Potomac River (Washington - Chesapeake Bay)

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Maryland, United States

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General info

Potomac River (Washington - Chesapeake Bay) is a stream located in Charles County, Maryland, United States. It is also intersecting with Prince George's County, Maryland and Fairfax County, Virginia. It is most popular for fishing Blue catfish, Largemouth bass, and Striped bass.

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38°20′51.1″N 77°13′22.8″W
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When are Largemouth Bass biting on Potomac River (Washington - Chesapeake Bay)?

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Fishing regulations at Potomac River (Washington - Chesapeake 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.

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FAQ about Potomac River (Washington - Chesapeake Bay) fishing

the Potomac River (Washington - Chesapeake Bay) is a stream located in Charles County, Maryland, United States. It is also intersecting with Prince George's County, Maryland and Fairfax County, Virginia. Its coordinates are:
38°20′51.1″N 77°13′22.8″W
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