Maryland Hunting Guide
Quality deer hunting and excellent waterfowl along the Chesapeake Bay.
Hunting Highlights
Maryland Hunting Seasons 2025
| Species | Archery | Firearm |
|---|---|---|
| Whitetail Deer | Sep 6 - Nov 29 | Nov 30 - Dec 14 |
| Sika Deer | Sep 6 - Jan 31 | — |
* Season dates are approximate and may vary by zone or unit. Always verify with Maryland Game & Fish for current regulations before hunting.
Key Species in Maryland
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Maryland Blue Catfish Fishing 2026: Potomac, James Tributary Invasion, Limits
Maryland blue catfish in 2026—DNR tidal creel and invasive-species context, Potomac and Patuxent fisheries, and cut-bait and drift tactics in current.
Maryland Channel Catfish Fishing 2026: Tidal, Lakes, and Mixed-Bag ID
Maryland channel catfish in 2026—DNR creel rules, ponds and nontidal impoundments, and separate limits from blue catfish in tidal water.
Maryland Largemouth Bass Fishing 2026: Impoundments, Tidal, Black Bass
Maryland largemouth bass in 2026—DNR nontidal and special-rule waters, Potomac shared border context, and seasonal tactics in stained and clear systems.
Maryland Striped Bass Fishing 2026: Chesapeake, Coastwide Slot, Circle Hooks
Maryland striped bass in 2026—DNR tidal and Chesapeake rules, season windows, slot and bait-hook requirements, and trolling and casting tactics.
Maryland Yellow Perch Fishing 2026: Tidal Tributaries, Spring Spawn, Pannies
Maryland yellow perch in 2026—DNR creel and season rules, upper Bay tribs, and minnow, jig, and slip-float tactics in cold water.
Maryland Fishing 2026: Licenses, Chesapeake Bay, and Tidal Rivers
Maryland fishing 2026—license rules, tidal vs nontidal regulations, official DNR links, Chesapeake Bay updates, and Potomac border-water planning.
Maryland Spring Turkey Hunting 2026: Seasons, Permits & Public Land
Maryland spring turkey 2026—two-week seasons by region, DNR lottery hunts on some public lands, licenses, and reporting.