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Chester River

Boat Ramps
2
Access Points
3
Species
17

The Chester River is a picturesque tidal waterway located on Maryland's Eastern Shore, connecting to the Chesapeake Bay. This productive fishery offers diverse angling opportunities with its mix of sandy beaches on the western shore and salt marsh-lined banks on the eastern side. The river extends down the upper Eastern Shore in Kent and Queen Anne's Counties, with numerous smaller tidal rivers and creeks branching off, including the Corsica River and Langford Creek. Whether fly fishing from a boat or targeting specific species in the river's various sections, the Chester River provides anglers with a rich Chesapeake Bay tributary experience throughout most of the year.


Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Chester River. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Know where you can legally fish on Chester River

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Maryland licenses and regulations

Maryland Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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Maryland Fishing License

Individuals under the age of 16 are not required to obtain a license to sport fish/crab. They can, however, purchase a recreational crab license if they want to catch the bushel of crabs allowed with that license.

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Maryland Fishing Regulations

This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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Maryland Stream Access Laws

Current law in Maryland seems quite friendly to public access to floatable water, allowing access at all public bridges and road crossings of floatable water. Though historically the state has only recognized waters subject to the ebb and flow of tides as navigable, that definition appears to have broadened. A complete list of public waters and access points is available on the Maryland DNR website.

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Take Chester River with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

  • Use the map without signal

    Download the map around Chester River to use it offline when coverage drops.

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    Keep a private fishing journal for Chester River to find where and when fish are biting for you.

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Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)

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Chester River fishing guides

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