Welcome to the Bottom Bouncer!

Fishing in the inshore waters of Ocean City, Maryland, is a captivating experience that beckons anglers with its diverse marine life and picturesque coastal setting. Nestled along the Atlantic Ocean, this coastal haven boasts thriving inshore ecosystems that are a haven for various fish species. Anglers can cast their lines for prized catches like striped bass, flounder, bluefish, and red drum, all within the close proximity of the shoreline.

The Inlet and nearby bays offer fruitful opportunities for both seasoned anglers and beginners, providing a mix of excitement and tranquility. The scenic backdrop of Ocean City’s skyline and the thrill of reeling in a variety of inshore gamefish create an unforgettable fishing experience. With our skilled charter captain who knows the local waters intimately, fishing enthusiasts can embark on inshore adventures that combine the joy of angling with the breathtaking beauty of Ocean City’s coastal landscape.

Whether for a relaxing day on the water or a spirited fishing competition, the inshore waters of Ocean City, Maryland, promise a memorable and rewarding fishing escapade for all who cast their lines into the Atlantic’s embrace.

The Boat

The Bottom Bouncer is a 2003 25′ C-Hawk meticulously maintained and serviced with the latest electronics and safety gear, powered by a 2021 Suzuki 300HP outboard. The boat has a ~10′ beam (width) to provide plenty of fishing space and a smoother voyage on your trip.

Amenities:

  • E-SeaRider shock absorbing bean bags for a comfortable trip.
  • Enclosed head (Port-o-potty).
  • Light and Heavy Tackle by Penn and Shimano.

Bottled water and light snacks are provided.

Targeted Species

  • Our primary focus is shark fishing but we also offer reef, wreck, inshore, offshore, and back bay adventures. Some species we target are sea-bass, flounder, triggerfish, mahi-mahi, shad, puffers, red drum, black drum, Spanish mackerel, king fish, sheepshead, bluefish, striped bass, tautog, and drag peeling 100+ lb southern, butterfly, eagle, and roughtail stingrays.  Our goal is to have fun and bend rods.  We like bottom fishing and jigging with light tackle vs trolling.

Sharking Trips

We target many species of shark inshore, offshore, and along the coast line of beautiful Ocean City, MD.  Sharking is strictly catch and release with the exception of Atlantic Sharpnose.  We also tag sharks for research purposes for the NOAA.

Don’t forget to call or contact us today and schedule your trip out for the spring/summer/fall season!

Trip Options & Apparel

Contact Capt. John for availability at the phone number below.

Prices are listed per group/trip.

3 hour Bay Adventure

3 Hour Trip, starts at 4:15 PM

US $425

These trips target flounder, spot, croaker, and bluefish. We fish the best tide which is key, so your trip could start 1 hour earlier or later. This trip is perfect for beginners and is very laid back.


3 hour Bay Ray Experience

3 Hour Trip, starts at 11:15 AM

US $450

We anchor up and use chum to target smaller sharks, 50 lb cownose rays, 60-120lb southern rays, massive roughtail rays, and crazy fighting butterfly rays. Our biggest was over 200lbs last year. There’s also croaker, spot, whiting, sand perch, and others that lurk in our chum line. This is an easy way to fish without having much experience. Flounder drifting is also an option. We go after what’s biting.


4 Hour Bay Adventure

4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM

US $525

These trips target flounder, spot, croaker, and bluefish. We fish the best tide which is key, so your trip could start 1 hour earlier or later. This trip is perfect for beginners and is very laid back.


3 Hour Ocean Shark AM

3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM

US $550

Shark fishing in the ocean. Its only a 10-15 minute ride to the grounds. We also drop a couple of other rods down to target whiting, croaker, rays, flounder, and drum.


3 Hour Ocean Shark AM

3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM

US $550

Shark fishing in the ocean. Its only a 10-15 minute ride to the grounds. We also drop a couple of other rods down to target whiting, croaker, rays, flounder, and drum.


3 Hour Ocean Shark Evening

3 Hour Trip, starts at 2:45 PM

US $550

Shark fishing in the ocean. Average size is about 6ft. Its only a 10-15 minute ride to the grounds. We also drop a couple of other rods down to target whiting, croaker, rays, flounder, and drum.


4 Hour Trip – Ocean Shark AM

4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM

Seasonal trip May 15 – Nov 10

US $650

You don’t need to go far to catch the big ones. Blacktip, Dusky, Atlantic, Sharpnose, all within 8 miles of the inlet.