Close relative of the striped bass. Schools heavily in brackish rivers, creek mouths, and oyster bars. Highly responsive to light tackle and beloved by family anglers across Maryland and Delaware.
How we fish for them
Cast 1/8-1/4oz Beetle Spinners, inline spinners, or double-dropper bottom rigs with bloodworms/grass shrimp. A sensitive rod tip detects delicate perch taps in current.
Rod: 7'0" medium-light spinning rod Reel: 3000-size reel with 10-15lb Braid / 10lb Leader
Gear for this in the catalog →Gear that catches White Perch
Pulled from the shop by how White Perch is actually fished — not a fixed list, so it tracks the catalogue.
Dirty Jigs Compact Spinnerbait, Alabama Bream, 1/2oz
Small flash for a small, willing fish. $9.99
Dirty Jigs Compact Spinnerbait, Blue Glimmer Shad, 1/2oz
Small flash for a small, willing fish. $9.99
Dirty Jigs Compact Spinnerbait, Golden Shiner, 1/2oz
Small flash for a small, willing fish. $9.99
Dirty Jigs Compact Spinnerbait, Citrus Shad, 1/2oz
Small flash for a small, willing fish. $9.99
Handle with care
Spiny dorsal fin rays and sharp opercular (gill cover) spines. Smooth down dorsal fin before handling.
Seasons & limits are the law's, not ours
Size, season and creel rules change; always verify with the official regulations before you fish. Maryland DNR regulations →
Profile last reviewed: August 2026