359 | Monocacy River Maryland’s best kept Smallmouth Fishing Secret

On this episode of Fishing the DMV, I talk with Local Stick Larry Tressler. Larry has spent many years exploring Maryland’s most underrated smallmouth fisheries — the Monocacy River! Flowing from Frederick all the way to its confluence with the Potomac, this scenic river offers prime smallmouth bass action, with plenty of fish in the 10–16” range and the chance at a true 18”+ trophy. Whether you're a kayak angler or prefer to wade, the Monocacy’s shallow, clear waters and easy access points m...