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Spot runs build as bay water cools from late summer into October—fair-weather weekends pack Route 50 bridge and Inlet piers. Exact timing shifts annually with temperature and bait supply. Veterans watch local fishing reports and pier chatter before booking October trips.
Sources: Maryland DNR · Visit Ocean City · National Weather Service
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.
