Honga River

Honga River cuts through Maryland, United States and offers classic river fishing. The local patterns are the universal river patterns: fish the heads of pools at first light, the deep slow water in the middle of the day, and the tail-outs as light fades. Light tackle and a careful drift go a long way at Honga River — heavy splashes spook a whole pool.

Location

38.3025, -76.1545 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Striped bassBlack sea bassSpot croakerSpotted seatroutStriped burrfishSummer flounder

Fishing Techniques

• For Striped bass

  Match the hatch! Pay attention to what the stripers are feeding on and select lures or baits that mimic the size and color of the local forage.

• For Black sea bass

  When fishing around wrecks or reefs, use a heavier weight to quickly get your bait to the bottom and avoid snags; consider using braided line for increased sensitivity and strength.

• For Spot croaker

  When bottom fishing for Spot, use a Carolina rig or a double-hook bottom rig with just enough weight to hold bottom and keep your bait presentation natural. Fish near structure or in channels with good tidal flow.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Honga River.

Plan Your Trip

Anglers heading to Honga River should sort licences and confirm seasonal regulations for Maryland before the trip. A quick weather check the morning of helps too — wind direction in particular can make or break a session at a spot like Honga River.

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