Emerald Isle Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Emerald Isle

Daniel Griffee
Morehead City, North Carolina
Reported: 11 months ago

Grey trout and bluefish have been off the chain over thanksgiving with a mix of speckled trout and albacore to go with them

Daniel Griffee Morehead City, North Carolina Reported: 11 months ago

Grey trout and bluefish have been off the chain over thanksgiving with a mix of speckled trout and albacore to go with them

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Daniel Griffee
Morehead City, North Carolina
Reported: 1 year ago

Speckled trout have pushed in and grey trout are stacked, bluefish as a bycatch can make for some good fishing

Daniel Griffee Morehead City, North Carolina Reported: 1 year ago

Speckled trout have pushed in and grey trout are stacked, bluefish as a bycatch can make for some good fishing

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Jack Jackson
Newport, North Carolina
Reported: 1 year ago

Fall fishing is as good as it gets right now. We are catching a nice variety of fish and in good numbers. Most days we are seeing speckled trout, redfish, black drum, and really big bluefish.

Jack Jackson Newport, North Carolina Reported: 1 year ago

Fall fishing is as good as it gets right now. We are catching a nice variety of fish and in good numbers. Most days we are seeing speckled trout, redfish, black drum, and really big bluefish.

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Daniel Griffee
Morehead City, North Carolina
Reported: 1 year ago

When the NE wind blows the albie bite has been Off the chain! Tons of blue fish to cast and jig to, grey trout have moved in and are fun to catch and great to eat!

Daniel Griffee Morehead City, North Carolina Reported: 1 year ago

When the NE wind blows the albie bite has been Off the chain! Tons of blue fish to cast and jig to, grey trout have moved in and are fun to catch and great to eat!

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Daniel Griffee
Morehead City, North Carolina
Reported: 1 year ago

It's fall and it's albie season!

Daniel Griffee Morehead City, North Carolina Reported: 1 year ago

It's fall and it's albie season!

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Jason Frivance
Harkers Island, North Carolina
Reported: 1 year ago

Most recent trip from today!

Jason Frivance Harkers Island, North Carolina Reported: 1 year ago

Most recent trip from today!

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Jack Jackson
Newport, North Carolina
Reported: 1 year ago

fall inshore fishing is well underway with an amazing mixed back bite. We are still seeing a lot of redfish, but the speckled trout and black drum have made a strong showing as well. Additionally the old drum bite is still well underway for those that are seeing a trophy...

Jack Jackson Newport, North Carolina Reported: 1 year ago

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Jack Jackson
Newport, North Carolina
Reported: 1 year ago

redfish bite continues to be excellent. Our old drum have shown up in good numbers as well offering a great opportunity for someone looking for a trophy fish. They'll be here through the first of October.

Jack Jackson Newport, North Carolina Reported: 1 year ago

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★★★★★
I’m an experienced fisherman who wanted to become better at targeting red drum and trout. Joe not only put me in fish, but taught me things about fishing that area that will help me catch fish on my own for years to come. Highly recommend!
Casey D. | September 27, 2025

Trip: NC Classic Inshore Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Great guide service. Knowledgeable and friendly. Keeps putting you where you at least have a good chance of putting one in the boat.
Donald H. | September 22, 2025

Trip: Half Day Charter
★★★★★
We had the best morning with Justin! He was friendly, engaging, and provided a lot of education on the area, the water, the fish, and fishing. We got to explore many different parts of the river to ensure we had ample opportunities to catch both speckled trout and red drum. We also followed a pod of porpoises, which was a fun diversion. Justin cleaned our fish at the end of our excursion which we took home and prepared that evening for dinner. Delicious fish tacos thanks for Justin's guidance and navigation! We look forward to returning to the area and having Justin take us out for another fabulous adventure.
Stacy B. | July 9, 2025

Trip: Crystal Coast Inshore Trip - 22'
★★★★★
Very attentive the entire time. Rob is a great guy and wants to get you on fish. My boys and I had a great time.
Jayson M. | June 19, 2025

Trip: Half Or Full Day Excursions
★★★★★
Excellent trip. Coming back in the Fall for the big fish. Would definitely recommend this Captain and mate
Tina T. | June 7, 2025

Trip: Fish On The Historic JAWS Boat
★★★★★
The trip with Captain Jeffrey and Caitlyn was an A-1 experience. Both were helpful, knowledgeable and worked well together. Overall the only negatives to the trip was wind and tide. Will definitely ask for Jeffrey and Caitlyn again in the future.
Randy W. | June 1, 2025

Trip: Morehead City Cobia Hunt
★★★★★
My mom and I had Captain Daniel and he was so amazing! He made our experience out of this world. We had so much fun and caught quite a few fish. I want to book him again in the future. Words can't describe how unforgettable this experience was. Thank you again 💓
Amanda R. | May 11, 2025

Trip: NC Classic Inshore Trip
★★★★★
Had a great time with Captain Joseph and Chaz. They kept us entertained and taught us a lot about the area and fishing. Would definitely do it again.
John W. | April 19, 2025

Trip: Fish On The Historic JAWS Boat
★★★★★
Bradley is top notch. Everything from the gear, to the location, guide skill, and hunting dog was everything a person could look for in a guided hunt. Bradley’s dog, Shay, made some of the most impressive waterfowl retrieves I have ever seen. I will be sure to book with him again next season!
Jacques O. | January 4, 2025

Trip: Open Water Scissor Rig Duck Hunts
★★★★★
Captain Joseph and Captain Chaz were excellent guides and have expert skills in fishing! Captain Joseph has so much knowledge with a bonus of loads of personality! We could tell that he truly enjoyed being able to put us on the fish! It was a wonderful experience that we would gladly race to experience again and again! Captain Chaz is also a wonderful guide and worked tirelessly to keep our poles going and the fish into the cooler! Because of his efforts we headed back to Indiana with a cooler full of fish! Thank you so much, Captain Joseph and Captain Chaz!
Timothy H. | December 6, 2024

Trip: Fish On The Historic JAWS Boat

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