Angling great Lefty Kreh called Maryland home for most of his life. This wasn't by chance as he knew of the many opportunities for fly fishing near his home were plentiful in Maryland. Now it is possible for many other anglers to discover plenty of places to fish near home. Discover the first fly fishing trail in the United States by visiting Maryland's Fly Fishing Trail. From fly fishing for native brook trout to chasing largemouth bass to striped bass in Chesapeake Bay and spanning 23 counties and Baltimore, the Maryland Fly Fishing Trail is a great place to find a place to fish.

From the Maryland Fly Fishing Trail website:

From how to get there, where to park and launch a boat, where to fly fish, what fly fishing gear and which fishing flies are recommended, even specifics on which species can find seasonally at each Trail Site—it’s all here.  

The Fly Fishing Trail can also help connect you with organizations near you which offer mentoring and opportunities to get out fly fishing with others. Learn more about Maryland’s Fly Fishing Organizations . And depending on where you want to fly fish, the Trail can direct you to local fly fishing guides as well as fly shops and fishing tackle stores in the area for expert help with your fly fishing experience.  

Maryland’s Fly Fishing Trail has been specifically designed to make it easy for more people to get out and learn what makes fly fishing so special and to experience the diversity of opportunities that Maryland has to offer all fly fishers, from first timers to experienced fishers.  All are welcome on Maryland’s Fly Fishing Trail!

Discover more here.

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