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Fishing in Maryland
There are many species of catfish and even more ways to catch
them. Adults range in size from less than a pound to hundreds of
pounds. They can be found in all types of water including ponds,
streams, lakes and rivers. There are even species which spend a
limited amount of time on dry land. Big giant catfish put up a very
noble fight once hooked.
Lakes For Catfish Fishing In Maryland
The vast majority if fishing waters contain one or more types
of catfish. Most rivers and streams as well a s ponds are likely
to hold catfish. The major lakes with healthy populations of catfish
include Deep Creek Lake, Liberty Reservoir, Little Seneca Lake,
Loch Raven Reservoir, Prettyboy Reservoir, Rocky Gorge Reservoir
and Triadelphia Reservoir. The Maryland state record blue catfish
and channel catfish both came from the Potomac River.
Most catfish are considered bottom feeders to one extent or another.
They will generally eat anything that can get in their mouth. Their
strongest sense is smell which they use to locate potential food
sources. Capitalizing on this sense is the primary weapon in your
search for these creatures. Aggressive catfish have been caught
on most types of fast moving bass lures so don't under estimate
their ability to catch live bait.
Channel Catfish
Ictalurus punctatus

Blue Catfish
Ictalurus furcatus

Catfish Bait

Catfish Organizations & Resources
Catfish
Conservation Group
Catfish
Conservation
U.S. Catfish Anglers
Tournaments
Planet Catfish
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