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Live mullet, menhaden, and small crabs on float or bottom rigs tempt slot red drum near grass lines—boat anglers in Coastal Bays use live wells; surf anglers rely on fresh cut bait. Match hook size to bait for clean hookups.
Sources: Maryland DNR · Visit Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
