Fish The Potomac Charters
DC's premier full-service Potomac River charter: Capital region's go-to guide for smallmouth bass, snakehead, and striped bass right in the shadow of the monuments.
About
- Capital region's flagship Potomac fishing charter
- Smallmouth bass, snakehead, and striper specialty
- Departs from the Capitol Riverfront / Navy Yard area
- Half-day and full-day trips year-round
- Family- and beginner-friendly options
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Trip details
- Price Range
- $$$
- Best Season
- April through November
- Waters
- Potomac River
- Fishing Types
- Fly Fishing
- Trip Durations
- Half-day, Full-day
- Best For
- DC visitors, DMV-area anglers, fly-fishing enthusiasts, corporate outings, father-son trips
Fishing spots near Fish The Potomac Charters
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- Navy Yard ChannelChannelDistrict of Columbia, DC
- Washington ChannelChannelDistrict of Columbia, DC
- Capitol Reflecting PoolReservoirDistrict of Columbia, DC
- Anacostia First High ReservoirReservoirDistrict of Columbia, DC
- Georgetown ChannelChannelDistrict of Columbia, DC
- Tidal BasinReservoirDistrict of Columbia, DC
- Babcock Lakes (historical)LakeDistrict of Columbia, DC
- Carp Pond (historical)LakeDistrict of Columbia, DC
Current conditions
Waves
0.7 ft
Wind
2 kt
Gusts 26 kt
Water
76°F
Air
76°F
Rain chance
69%
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