Fishing Charters in North Carolina

Browse 251 fishing charters across 65 cities in North Carolina.

251

Charter Listings

65

Fishing Cities

Outer Banks, Hatteras, Beaufort

Top Destinations

Fishing in North Carolina

North Carolina's Atlantic coast gives anglers access to the Atlantic Ocean and Pamlico Sound. Across the state, charter captains target Red Drum, Flounder, King Mackerel, Mahi-Mahi, and more, with popular trip styles including inshore, offshore, nearshore. The best fishing is generally april through november, with peak action in summer and fall.

Top Species

Red DrumFlounderKing MackerelMahi-MahiStriped BassCobia

Fishing Types

InshoreOffshoreNearshoreSound Fishing

Best Season

April through November, with peak action in summer and fall

Outer Banks

Outer Banks, NC

11 charters

Hatteras

Hatteras, NC

10 charters

Beaufort

Beaufort, NC

10 charters

Southport

Southport, NC

10 charters

Swansboro

Swansboro, NC

10 charters

Belhaven

Belhaven, NC

9 charters

carolina beach

carolina beach, NC

9 charters

ocean isle beach

ocean isle beach, NC

9 charters

Wilmington

Wilmington, NC

8 charters

hampstead

hampstead, NC

8 charters

Manteo

Manteo, NC

7 charters

Oriental

Oriental, NC

7 charters

belmont

belmont, NC

7 charters

holden beach

holden beach, NC

7 charters

Duck

Duck, NC

6 charters

Washington

Washington, NC

6 charters

nags head

nags head, NC

6 charters

Edenton

Edenton, NC

5 charters

atlantic

atlantic, NC

5 charters

cape carteret

cape carteret, NC

5 charters

como

como, NC

5 charters

fairfield harbour

fairfield harbour, NC

5 charters

Wanchese

Wanchese, NC

4 charters

apex

apex, NC

4 charters

bolivia

bolivia, NC

4 charters

jacksonville

jacksonville, NC

4 charters

morehead

morehead, NC

4 charters

Avon

Avon, NC

3 charters

Calabash

Calabash, NC

3 charters

catawba

catawba, NC

3 charters

delco

delco, NC

3 charters

emerald isle

emerald isle, NC

3 charters

figure eight island

figure eight island, NC

3 charters

hubert

hubert, NC

3 charters

Corolla

Corolla, NC

2 charters

Ocracoke

Ocracoke, NC

2 charters

bath

bath, NC

2 charters

carolina shores

carolina shores, NC

2 charters

cedar island

cedar island, NC

2 charters

fairfield

fairfield, NC

2 charters

greensboro

greensboro, NC

2 charters

kure beach

kure beach, NC

2 charters

maple hill

maple hill, NC

2 charters

newport

newport, NC

2 charters

north topsail beach

north topsail beach, NC

2 charters

surf city

surf city, NC

2 charters

topsail

topsail, NC

2 charters

wrightsville beach

wrightsville beach, NC

2 charters

Frisco

Frisco, NC

1 charters

asheville

asheville, NC

1 charters

aydlett

aydlett, NC

1 charters

bahama

bahama, NC

1 charters

blowing rock

blowing rock, NC

1 charters

china grove

china grove, NC

1 charters

connelly springs

connelly springs, NC

1 charters

chocowinity

chocowinity, NC

1 charters

elizabeth city

elizabeth city, NC

1 charters

engelhard

engelhard, NC

1 charters

harkers island

harkers island, NC

1 charters

makleyville

makleyville, NC

1 charters

manns harbor

manns harbor, NC

1 charters

pink hill

pink hill, NC

1 charters

rodanthe

rodanthe, NC

1 charters

saint james

saint james, NC

1 charters

stella

stella, NC

1 charters

Fishing Charter FAQ for North Carolina

What fish can I catch in North Carolina?
North Carolina anglers target a variety of species in the Atlantic Ocean and Pamlico Sound. Common catches include Red Drum, Flounder, King Mackerel, Mahi-Mahi, and more depending on the season and region of the state you fish.
When is the best time to go fishing in North Carolina?
The best fishing in North Carolina is generally april through november, with peak action in summer and fall. Different species peak at different times, so there's usually something worth targeting whenever you visit.
How much does a fishing charter cost in North Carolina?
Across North Carolina, charter prices typically range from $450-$800 for a half-day inshore trip and $1,200-$2,200 for an offshore trip. Prices vary by city, trip duration, boat size, and group size. Browse charters on Chartrr to compare specific options.
Do I need a fishing license for a charter in North Carolina?
No. In North Carolina, passengers on a licensed charter or head boat are covered by the vessel's license. You do not need an individual Coastal Recreational Fishing License when fishing on a charter.