Chesapeake Bay Light Tackle Cobia Trips
Sight-casting to a hard-fighting and great-eating fish
Cobia are some of the most prized fish in the ocean to catch and eat. During the Spring and summer, Cobia migrate into the Chesapeake Bay to spawn and feed. These fish will commonly hunt and scavenge near the surface in groups with the giant redfish schools. Using our tower as a vantage point, we look for cruising fish and sight-cast to them.
- Exciting Sight-Fishing Opportunities
- Excellent Fights and Excellent Eating
- One Fish Per Angler over 40", Two Per Boat Max
July - September
Summer Cobia
We like to target these fish in the summer around their annual spawning times, as they are heavily congregated on the surface. Cobia tend to be very willing to take a lure presented to them, often with visual eats, and the ones in the Chesapeake Bay get huge!
How We Fish
Chesapeake Bay Cobia Tactics & Tackle
We cruise the bay, running across water we know produces fish, and using our electronics to dial in where the fish are. Perched on the tower, we're constantly scanning the horizon, looking for action on the surface. We're using light tackle, making quick casts with even faster retrieves. These fish hit hard and fight even harder. These fights can last from 20 minutes to over an hour!
Summertime Cobia Fishing On the Chesapeake Bay
This time of year, we're simultaneously targeting large schools of Bull Redfish that are also moving through the bay. We'll find Cobia cruising along the surface while we're running to find these schools. The massive schools of fish tend to have Cobia lingering around too, getting in on the feeding frenzy and picking off scraps outside the action.
We've Got You Covered
What To Expect On Our Chesapeake Bay Cobia Trips
Once we meet at the dock, we'll have a brief safety meeting and go over our plan for the day. We cater all of our trips to the season, winds, and weather—ensuring we'll have the best time fishing on the water.
On these trips, we'll be running the boat, covering a lot of ground. This isn't a problem for the twin 300's on the back of the boat. We use our top-of-the-line electronics to locate and target big schools of fish where Cobia like to hang out.
Once we spot fish, we slowly get within casting distance and carefully drop lures in front of them. These are quick casts with fast retrieves. Once we hook up, get ready. The drag is going to scream.
Before Your Trip
It's our goal to ensure you have the best time on the water with us and leave with memories of a fishing trip that you'll never forget. Leading up to your trip, we'll contact you to ensure we have all of our boxes checked. From what gear to bring to dietary restrictions and mobility considerations—we've got you covered.
Where We Meet
We'll meet at Angler's Seafood Bar & Grill where you will see both boats lit up and your captains ready to hit the water. Located on Solomon's Island, the dock is surrounded by local restaurants and attractions, ensuring you'll have a good time both on and off the water.
A Half-Day Of Epic Fishing
When we set out, we're on a mission for fishin'. Our boats are open, roomy, and extremely comfortable. If we hit our fish limit that doesn't mean we're done, it just means we're going to switch from Cobia to another species. We're here to provide you with an experience and we're not tapping out just because we've had some success.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have Questions About Cobia? We've Got Answers!
We have been targeting Cobia in the Chesapeake Bay for years, learning their migratory patterns, spawning habits, and dialing in fishing tactics. This is sight-fishing for Cobia at its best. If you have questions about a Cobia trip with us, do not hesitate to contact us. It's our mission to get you on the fish of a lifetime.
Our Target Species
Redfish »
The Redfish, or Red Drum as it is called in the Chesapeake Bay, is a popular sportfish that visits our waters from spring through fall. Primarily eating smaller baitfish, crabs, or shrimp, these powerful sportfish are known to school up and can hunt in large packs both inshore and offshore.
Cobia »
Cobia are some of the most prized fish in the ocean to eat, and we are blessed that many migrate into the our waters in the late spring through fall! These fish will commonly float near the surface in groups with the giant redfish schools, making for very exciting sightfishing opportunities.
Speckled Trout »
Spotted Seatrout are another migratory sportfish that live in our waters from spring through fall. These seatrout are another very popular fish to eat, and they are very plentiful in our waters! They typically hunt in shallow, sandy waters feeding near grass beds or hard structures.
Our Story
How We Are Changing The Way You Fish The Chesapeake Bay
Fishing the Chesapeake has always been a passion of ours. For years, we've put in time patterning these fish and dialing in our light tackle tactics. Wake up, fish, work, fish, go to sleep, and repeat. That was our routine until April 2021, when we decided to take the leap and start our own guide business. Now we are living the dream, showing folks like yourself the incredible fishing the Chesapeake Bay has to offer.
Real Reviews From Real Clients
Client Testimonials
From Bull Redfish to Stripers and everything in between, we've had the pleasure of showing some incredible folks how we fish the Chesapeake Bay.
The knowledge these two have of this fishery, paralleled with unbeatable gear, top-of-the-line electronics, and unmatched teaching ability for light tackle anglers is why we come back for more and more every time. Couldn’t recommend a better experience for light tackle anglers of all levels.
Ian Holmes
Google Review
I can say without a doubt they are some of the most knowledgeable and, more importantly, personable guides out there. Anyone who steps on board will feel more like a friend than a client. The boats, electronics, rods, and tackle are truly the best of the best and will have you Dialed In every time.
Zachary Bradley
Google Review
Captain Steve is the man. Him, Drew and everyone else on board will make you feel right at home. Whether you are an experienced angler or beginner he's got you covered. Putting your skills to the test catching quality fish on light tackle.
Adam Krauss
Google Review
When we booked I said I wanted to catch a big fish and he sure delivered! Most of us had never fished before and Steve made sure we felt comfortable from the first cast while also teaching us about various species and migration patterns.
Kayla Norfolk
Google Review
Highly recommend chartering with Capt Steve. He is a great laid back captain and gets you on the fish. Fishing with light tackle makes for a much better experience not just reeling in a 5 gallon bucket. Thanks Capt Steve for putting me on my biggest light tackle rockfish
Nicholas Edwards
Google Review
Went on a Sunday morning rock fishing trip with Griffins Tour Guide & had a great time! Steve is very knowledgeable and helped even a beginner like myself reel in a 24-inch rockfish. His rods & lures are top-notch & were easy to cast and reel in.
Cindy Tefel
Google Review
I can say without a doubt they are some of the most knowledgeable and, more importantly, personable guides out there. Anyone who steps on board will feel more like a friend than a client. The boats, electronics, rods, and tackle are truly the best of the best and will have you Dialed In every time.
Zachary Bradley
Google Review
When we booked I said I wanted to catch a big fish and he sure delivered! Most of us had never fished before and Steve made sure we felt comfortable from the first cast while also teaching us about various species and migration patterns.
Kayla Norfolk
Google Review
Highly recommend chartering with Capt Steve. He is a great laid back captain and gets you on the fish. Fishing with light tackle makes for a much better experience not just reeling in a 5 gallon bucket. Thanks Capt Steve for putting me on my biggest light tackle rockfish
Nicholas Edwards
Google Review
Went on a Sunday morning rock fishing trip with Griffins Tour Guide & had a great time! Steve is very knowledgeable and helped even a beginner like myself reel in a 24-inch rockfish. His rods & lures are top-notch & were easy to cast and reel in.