When: March 21, 2026 from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Anglers should note that not all locations are open or accessible during fishing hours, so they should confirm their local access point’s operating hours before attending.

Where: Put-and-take trout areas under closure  These will be stocked in advance. Fishing areas under closure are listed (labeled with a  "1") online and in the Maryland Guide to Fishing and Crabbing.

Who: Youth anglers under the age of 16 may catch and keep up to two trout each, except brook trout, which must be released if caught. 

For More Information: MD Department of Information Technology - Youth-Only Trout Fishing Day