Turtlehead Charters

Turtlehead Charters wishes you a warm welcome to Charlotte and Lake Norman, NC. We invite you on a fun and memorable fishing trip to one of North Carolina’s most famous lakes. KID FRIENDLY!! Captain Frank Viola III has been fishing the west coast of Florida for decades. He is considered one of the states premier fisherman and a world renowned tarpon guide. He recently moved to Charlotte, North Carolina to be closer to family and has already had much success on Lake Norman.

You’ll fish from a 2020 18’ Hell’s Bay Marquesa flats boat that can easily sit 3 guests and is wheelchair-accessible. It’s powered by a 115 HP Yamaha engine, uses all-the-quality GPS and fishfinder electronics, and is equipped with a livewell. The boat has also got wireless trolling motor and multimedia system.

Captain Frank will supply you with everything you’ll need for your trip. You’ll have all the fishing gear, bait, catch cleaning, snacks and drinks, as well as licenses. On full day trips, you can even have lunch.

Some of the species you can expect to target are largemouth and spotted bass, channel, flathead and blue catfish, gar, striped and hybrid bass along with a variety of panfish including bluegill and crappie.

Come visit Turtlehead Charters and have a terrific day on the water!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Viaje Privado
    Sunset Tour!!
    Baja Tarija Depósito no reembolsable
    2 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 5:00 PM
    US $225
    Lake Norman is a wonderful place to catch a sunset and relax! Bring your kids, significant other or just a drinking buddy to relax, enjoy nature & watch the sun go down on this beautiful nature paradise outside of Charlotte NC! This DOES NOT include fishing! This is a bring your own alcohol trip, literally bring whatever you want. The captain will supply a standard cheese board and fruit for your cruise. There is ice, water and cups on board for your enjoyment as well!
  • Viaje Privado
    Two Hour Fishing Trip!! (11 AM)
    Baja Tarija Depósito no reembolsable
    2 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 11:00 AM
    US $275
    This has become a fan favorite in the coasts of Florida! This is a trip we have can have a great time bending rods and catching lots of fish without breaking the bank and making sure nobody gets restless. This is a favorite trio for children! The captain offers live bait charters for catfish, bass, panfish and the many ither species that are biting on Lake Norman! He supplies you with everything you need and you'll spend the morning together targeting the hottest bite!!
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Crappie
    Crappie
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Alligator Gar
    Alligator Gar
    Bullhead
    Bullhead
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Flathead
    Flathead
    Perch (White)
    White Perch
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Bass (Spotted)
    Spotted Bass
    Bream (Common)
    Common Bream
  • Viaje Privado
    Two Hour Fishing Trip!! (2 PM)
    Baja Tarija Depósito no reembolsable
    2 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 2:00 PM
    US $275
    This has become a fan favorite in the coasts of Florida! This is a trip we have can have a great time bending rods and catching lots of fish without breaking the bank and making sure nobody gets restless. This is a favorite trio for children! The captain offers live bait charters for catfish, bass, panfish and the many ither species that are biting on Lake Norman! He supplies you with everything you need and you'll spend the morning together targeting the hottest bite!!
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Crappie
    Crappie
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Alligator Gar
    Alligator Gar
    Bullhead
    Bullhead
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Flathead
    Flathead
    Perch (White)
    White Perch
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Bass (Spotted)
    Spotted Bass
    Bream (Common)
    Common Bream
  • Viaje Privado
    Two Hour Fishing Trip!! (8 AM)
    Baja Tarija Depósito no reembolsable
    2 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    US $275
    This has become a fan favorite in the coasts of Florida! This is a trip we have can have a great time bending rods and catching lots of fish without breaking the bank and making sure nobody gets restless. This is a favorite trio for children! The captain offers live bait charters for catfish, bass, panfish and the many ither species that are biting on Lake Norman! He supplies you with everything you need and you'll spend the morning together targeting the hottest bite!!
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Crappie
    Crappie
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Alligator Gar
    Alligator Gar
    Bullhead
    Bullhead
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Flathead
    Flathead
    Perch (White)
    White Perch
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Bass (Spotted)
    Spotted Bass
    Bream (Common)
    Common Bream
  • Viaje Privado
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    Baja Tarija Depósito no reembolsable
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    US $400
    If catfish, crappie, striped, spotted or largemouth bass are on your bucket list, look no further than right here! Lake Norman is a hidden gem and the perfect place to catch your trophy. The captain offers artificial, fly and live bait charters for catfish, bass and panfish. He supplies you with everything you need and you'll spend the morning together targeting your favorite fish!!
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Crappie
    Crappie
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Alligator Gar
    Alligator Gar
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Flathead
    Flathead
    Bream (Black)
    Black Bream
    Bass (White)
    White Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Bass (Spotted)
    Spotted Bass
    Bream (Common)
    Common Bream
  • Viaje Privado
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    Baja Tarija Depósito no reembolsable
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 1:00 PM
    US $400
    If catfish, crappie, striped, spotted or largemouth bass are on your bucket list, look no further than right here! Lake Norman is a hidden gem and the perfect place to catch your trophy. The captain offers artificial, fly and live bait charters for catfish, bass and panfish. He supplies you with everything you need and you'll spend the afternoon together targeting your favorite fish!!
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Crappie
    Crappie
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Alligator Gar
    Alligator Gar
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Flathead
    Flathead
    Bream (Black)
    Black Bream
    Bass (White)
    White Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Bass (Spotted)
    Spotted Bass
    Bream (Common)
    Common Bream
  • Viaje Privado
    Full Day Trophy Catfish Hunt!!
    Baja Tarija Depósito no reembolsable
    8 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    US $800
    If you’ve been looking for that trophy catfish for the wall, look no further. Lake Norman is loaded with potential state record catfish and Capt. Frank knows where to find them! This trip is dedicated to thise that are looking for a true monster! We dead and live bait giant catfish either on anchor or drifting. Blue and Flathead catfish can get up to 100 pounds and Lake Norman delivers! This trip includes a cooler full if ice, water, snacks and an on board lunch. All tackle and bait is included!
    Targeted fish
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Bullhead
    Bullhead
    Flathead
    Flathead
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FAQs about Turtlehead Charters

Turtlehead Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $225 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - Sunset Tour!! (2 hours)
  • US $275 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - Two Hour Fishing Trip!! (11 AM) (2 hours)
  • US $275 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - Two Hour Fishing Trip!! (2 PM) (2 hours)
  • US $275 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - Two Hour Fishing Trip!! (8 AM) (2 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Full Day Trophy Catfish Hunt!! (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Turtlehead Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Localizador de peces
  • Vivero para la carnada
  • Equipo Multimedia
  • Motor de troleo inalámbrico
  • Nevera para la pesca

Trips booked with Turtlehead Charters include:
  • Cañas, carretes y equipo
  • Señuelos
  • Limpieza y Fileteado (We do this after the trip, there is no charge for cleaning fish!!)
  • Snacks (There are always kid friendly and healthy snacks on board! All you have to do is ask!!)
  • Bebidas (Ice and water are always on board, special requests for juice or soda are accepted. Alcohol is bring your own!!)
  • Licencia de Pesca
  • Almuerzo (Only on full day trips)
  • Equipo para Pesca con Mosca

Turtlehead Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Pesca en Río (Here in North Carolina I run all of my trips out of Lake Norman. I will run certain clients on fly fishing trips for trout by special request only!!)
  • Pesca en Lado

Turtlehead Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Equipo Ligero
  • Equipo Pesado
  • Troleo
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Pesca con Mosca

Top targeted fish species with Turtlehead Charters include:
  • Alligator Gar
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Spotted)
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bream (Common)
  • Bullhead
  • Catfish
  • Crappie
  • Flathead
  • Hybrid Striped Bass
  • Perch (White)
  • Sunfish

Sobre el Captain

Frank Viola III
Mooresville, Carolina del Norte, Estados Unidos
Reportes de Pesca
Identificación y licencia verificadas
39 Opiniones de los clientes
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Miembro desde Marzo 2021
Every year Captain Frank's family would take a trip to Islamorada in the Florida Keys. He saw his first Tarpon and all he could think about was one day adventuring the ocean as a professional fisherman. After ten years of playing professional baseball, the captain dove into the fishing industry head first. He started shooting photo and video content for some of the industry leaders in 2016 and continued to create content for companies such as Yeti, Hell's Bay Boatworks, and more. After spending years on the water, he decided to become a full-time captain. Sharing the outdoor experience with others is why he decided to make a career of this job and of course, you and he absolutely will catch fish!
Our Team
Paula V.
Business associate

Sobre este listado

Especies de Interés

Alligator Gar Alligator Gar
Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass
Bass (Spotted) Spotted Bass
Bass (Striped) Striped Bass

Especificaciones del barco

Hell's Bay Marquesa (Flats boat) construido en 2020. Impulsado por 115HP Yamaha motor, con una velocidad máxima de crucero de 50 nudos.

Longitud
18 ft
Capacidad
3 personas

Tipos de Pesca

Pesca en Río
Here in North Carolina I run all of my trips out of Lake Norman. I will run certain clients on fly fishing trips for trout by special request only!!
Pesca en Lado

Técnicas de Pesca

Equipo Ligero
Equipo Pesado
Troleo
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Pesca con Mosca

Servicios

GPS
Localizador de peces
Vivero para la carnada
Equipo Multimedia
Motor de troleo inalámbrico
Nevera para la pesca

El Viaje Incluye

Cañas, carretes y equipo
Señuelos
Limpieza y Fileteado
We do this after the trip, there is no charge for cleaning fish!!
Snacks
There are always kid friendly and healthy snacks on board! All you have to do is ask!!
Bebidas
Ice and water are always on board, special requests for juice or soda are accepted. Alcohol is bring your own!!
Licencia de Pesca
Almuerzo
Only on full day trips
Equipo para Pesca con Mosca

Política de Cancelación

Depósito no reembolsable

Si no es seguro viajar, puedes cancelar sin cargo o cambiar la fecha de tu reserva.

Políticas

Traslado no incluído
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Se permiten niños
Kids on board are more than welcome, they are the only reason I run trips outside of tarpon season. That being said, I will never tell your children what to do on board, I will nicely tell parentswhat’s safe and what’s not. The kids are yours to parent!!
Te quedas con la pesca
Se permite captura y liberación
Acceso para discapacitados

Pago

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

Cuando el capitán confirme tu viaje, FishingBooker cargará a su tarjeta de crédito un depósito del 20% para garantizar la reserva.

El saldo restante se pagará directamente al operador del charter en la fecha del viaje o antes en uno de los siguientes métodos de pago:

Efectivo
PayPal
Cheques
Transferencia Bancaria

Mooresville Calendario de Pesca

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Opiniones de los clientes

Calificación general
Excellent
4.9 / 5
de 5 estrellas de 39 reseñas
Barco
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Fotos de clientes (35)
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Opinión de los pescadores
Buena experiencia
97%
Capitán amigable
100%
Recomienda este charter
97%
Apto para niños
93%
Satisfecho con el barco
100%
Atrapé lo que quería
97%
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Ralph T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Started “cold” literally.

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  Half Day Trip (PM) on Abril 5, 2024
We had a good day on the water. Catching fish is always fun…but the lessons learned can be equally good. Understanding how...
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Harold S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

The Best!

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (AM) on Febrero 17, 2024
Captain Frank was incredible from the minute I booked this surprise fishing trip for my man! Personable, prompt (in his responses),...
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Brooke B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Such an Amazing day

VERIFICADO   Two Hour Fishing Trip!! (11 AM) on Marzo 2, 2024
Where do I begin. . . I decided to book this trip for my gf as a surprise and it was everything and more than either of us...
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Marty W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Porters Big Day

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  Half Day Trip (AM) on Abril 13, 2024
Took my grandson who’s 9, he had a ball. He out fished me. Caught a bunch, which is exactly what I wanted. Captain Frank...
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Tom V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Captain Frank is a Keeper!

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  Half Day Trip (AM) on Abril 14, 2024
It’s such a joy to fish with a guide who truly loves to fish. Captain Frank is a pro and he will go above and beyond to put...
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