Ocean Isle Beach has access to some of the best fishing on the East Coast! With the variety of species that call these waters home, you’ll be able to find action year-round. From easy-going, family charters, to adrenaline-filled offshore adventures – local captains have it all. Just get in touch with a charter of your liking and you’ll be exploring the area’s hotspots in no time!
Inshore fanatics will be in paradise at Ocean Isle Beach. Depending on the target, your captain may take you to the island’s marshes and creeks, the Intracoastal Waterway, or the Shallotte and Tubbs Inlets where the bite can get scorching hot! Go after the “Inshore Big Three” of Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, and Flounder or land some tasty Black Drum and Sheepshead.
However, the fun certainly doesn’t stop beyond the inlets. Nearshore trips will allow you to test your skills against some hard-fighting fish such as Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and Sharks. Local wrecks and artificial reefs will allow you the chance to bottom fish for species like Gag Grouper and Snapper, while the nearby Gulf Stream brings by pelagics like Mahi Mahi and Amberjack.
Once you get here, finding the right charter is no hard task. The local marina is full of experienced captains that fish year-round. Depending on your preference, you’ll be able to find charters that specialize in following the inshore bite or you can opt for a Gulf Stream excursion. Either way, you won’t miss out on the action.
Reglas & Regulaciones
Before going fishing, you’ll need to make sure that you have all the necessary licenses covered. All anglers over the age of 16 need to have a valid license to go fishing. However, you don’t need to worry about this on charters, here the captain’s license has got you covered.