Anglers target bluefish in many different areas. You can catch them along the beaches, near jetties, around the inlets and in the bays. These fish are very cooperative with live baits and artificial lures, which makes them a great species of fish for many anglers to target.
Bluefish Fishing in Chesapeake Bay
Bluefish are a popular fish to target in Chesapeake Bay. The better bite is from mid summer through early October. They are here in very large numbers and are one of the most reliable fish for anglers to catch. The bite is usually good from May to October. Bluefish are known for schooling up in large numbers while feeding on schools of baitfish. If you run into one of these schools, you can catch a lot of bluefish in a hurry.
Bluefish Fishing Tips
Bluefish will eat a wide variety of baits and lures. You can catch them with topwater lures, jigs, spoons, crankbaits and many different types of live bait and cut bait. Wire leaders are a good idea when fishing for bluefish because their sharp teeth can easily cut through regular fishing line.
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