Deep Creek Lake
Deep Creek Lake is one of the lakes in Maryland. The main target species are Bluegill, White Bass and Smallmouth Bass.
Best day to fish
The bite over the next days, scored at dusk. Based on the weather forecast, so it is guidance, not guarantees.
Conditions right now
Water temperature is an estimate based on weather and season.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Feeding times today
Solunar times are a traditional guide based on the moon's position, separate from the live ranking above. Local time at the spot.
Next hours
Likely catch now (15 species)
About the fishing here
Popular catches here include Bluegill, White Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass and Brook Trout.
Bluegill fishing is usually best around May-Jul. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
A state fishing license is required to fish here. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Guides for this water
Tips right now
Fishing permit
A state fishing license is required to fish here. Licenses are issued by each state:
About this water
Deep Creek Lake is an artificial reservoir in the U.S. state of Maryland. It has an area of 3,900 acres (16 km2), a shoreline length of 69 miles (111 km), and a volume of 106,000 acre⋅ft (0.131 km3). The lake is home to a wide variety of aquatic life, such as freshwater fish and aquatic birds. Along with the nearby Wisp Ski Resort, the lake is a popular regional vacation and tourism destination. Deep Creek Lake State Park is on the northeast side. There is also the Deep Creek Lake Natural Resources Management Area.
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Deep Creek Lake?
Anglers here regularly land Bluegill, White Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout and Striped Bass.
Do you need a fishing license at Deep Creek Lake?
Yes. A state fishing license is required; see the link on this page for the state's rules.
When is the best time to fish Deep Creek Lake?
Bluegill is generally most active around May-Jul. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
What is biting at Deep Creek Lake right now?
Right now Bluegill is the most likely catch, at about 24%.