2 Fishing Tours in Washington DC Worth Booking

1.Osprey Fishing Charters: Potomac River Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews Our pick

Spend about eight hours on a private fishing charter with Captain Rich, choosing the Upper Potomac for smallmouth or the Occoquan for largemouth, catfish, and striper, depending on the season. Rods, reels, tackle, a cooler, ice, and safety equipment are provided. Meet on the Potomac Heritage Trail in Sterling, Virginia.

“Had a wonderful day out on the upper Potomac. My two teens and I landed 20 fish with some lovely smallmouth and three channel cats. What a great time and we learned a LOT from Captain Rich's instruction.”

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2.Scenic DC Fishing Charter on the Potomac

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews

Set out from The Yards Marina on a private Potomac fishing charter aboard the Grady White boat Geronimo. Captain Matt and Katie are named as the welcoming crew. The trip pairs time on the water with landmark views, including the Lincoln Memorial, Watergate and the Wharf fish market. Check your booking details carefully: the advertised trip is about two hours, while other charter options run three or six hours.

“We really had a great experience. Capt. Matt and Katie were very welcoming and fun to be with. Thankyou!”

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