Maryland - Potomac River
There are almost 50 big-river miles of fantastic largemouth bass fishing on the Potomac from Washington, D.C., south to about the U.S. 301 bridge. That doesn't count the extensive back bays and creek systems, all of which add up to what may be the best bass fishing in the East. Deep, rocky humps in the main river and thick hydrilla beds in the backwaters present different options. Most anglers use assorted jigs deep and spinnerbaits in the shallows. The river is tidal here, and water levels can fluctuate by 2 feet or more. A dropping tide tends to flush bass from shallow cover, and that can really turn on the fishing. Charles County Tourism, 800-766-3386; visitcharlescounty.com

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Guide's Tips
Species: Largemouth Bass
Guide: Andy Andrzejewski; reelbassadventures.com; 301-932-1509
Rig Specifics: Use a 6-foot, medium-action spinning rod with 12-pound test mono. Use topwater poppers or a Senko tube bait hooked through the middle, with a 1/16-ounce slide sinker.
Quick Tip: Look for grass beds in one to three feet of water. The best time is during low tide at low light.
Where to Fish: Find where creeks such as Mattawoman Creek enter the river.

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Photos From Potomac River