Ocean Isle Beach Fishing Reports (March 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Ocean Isle Beach

Drew Tyndall
Wilmington, North Carolina
Reported: 20 hours ago

Getting customers on big schools of Redfish the last couple weeks. Here are a couple really nice fish from some of those big schools I am finding

Drew Tyndall Wilmington, North Carolina Reported: 20 hours ago

Getting customers on big schools of Redfish the last couple weeks. Here are a couple really nice fish from some of those big schools I am finding

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Ronnie Atkinson
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Reported: 2 months ago

We caught today

Ronnie Atkinson Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Reported: 2 months ago

We caught today

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Michael Moore
Carolina Beach, North Carolina
Reported: 2 months ago

Pretty good tuna and wahoo bike offshore now

Michael Moore Carolina Beach, North Carolina Reported: 2 months ago

Pretty good tuna and wahoo bike offshore now

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Fox Johnson
Carolina Beach, North Carolina
Reported: 2 months ago

Last week was productive offshore. On a recent 6-hour charter fishing trip, our crew ran just offshore and quickly put together a limit of Black Sea Bass. The fish were stacked up on structure and biting aggressively, keeping rods bent and coolers full. Sea bass fishing remains strong right now,...

Fox Johnson Carolina Beach, North Carolina Reported: 2 months ago

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Ronnie Atkinson
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Reported: 3 months ago

Just few 1/2 day trips last few weeks. Good catches of keeper sea bass.

Ronnie Atkinson Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Reported: 3 months ago

Just few 1/2 day trips last few weeks.
Good catches of keeper sea bass.

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Michael Moore
Carolina Beach, North Carolina
Reported: 3 months ago

Michael Moore Carolina Beach, North Carolina Reported: 3 months ago

Wahoo and Blackfin tuna have been the catch lately. Wahoo has been 2 to 3, every trip, fin has been 5 to 10 every Trip. A few of the trips we would've been able to get a lot more black Fin but after you get your first few on the rock, the sharks find us and start eating them before we can get them to the boat so we had to move and find another group to catch.

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Ronnie Atkinson
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Reported: 5 months ago

Spanish mackerel bitting good.

Ronnie Atkinson Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Reported: 5 months ago

Spanish mackerel bitting good.

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Guion Lee III
Wilmington, North Carolina
Reported: 10 months ago

Bonito bite is on fire. With Black Sea bass and big sheep's head on the wrecks. The fishing for reds and black drum has been steady as well on cut bait, and tip water during during the mid day suns.

Guion Lee III Wilmington, North Carolina Reported: 10 months ago

Bonito bite is on fire. With Black Sea bass and big sheep's head on the wrecks. The fishing for reds and black drum has been steady as well on cut bait, and tip water during during the mid day suns.

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★★★★★
My 10y/o son and I were looking to catch our first redfish and learn how to do it ourselves in the future. Michael was phenomenal! Not only did he get us on the fish, but he was a true professional and kind hearted teacher. He broke down each spot and the techniques needed to catch em. It was an all around exceptional experience; we will certainly be using Michael again for some spring time action!
Joshua G. | January 1, 2026

Trip: Five-Star Inshore Fishing
★★★★★
My son and I had an incredible time and will certainly be back next season!!
Elena M. | October 30, 2025

Trip: Coastal Nearshore Trip
★★★★★
This Charter was a BLAST! I booked this 8 hour charter for my husband’s birthday. His biggest dream since a little kid was to go out deep-sea fishing for big game fish specifically a king mackerel! Well they sure make my husband’s dream come true!!! We both caught our limit on what your allowed to take home (and more which we had to throw back) of that’s right…yep you guessed it….HE CAUGHT KING MACKEREL!!!! From our first step on the boat the captain and his deckhand made us feel so comfortable, like you’re just hanging out fishing with a couple of friends! They answered all my questions which trust me was a lot! They are both so friendly, down to earth, very hardworking and just a lot of fun! From start to finish the captain always made sure we were in the best spot to catch fish and the deckhand made sure we didn’t have to take care of anything except for having a great time. We had a blast with him the entire 8 hours! He took care of everything. He made sure all the poles stayed in the water and was right there bringing the fish on board when we got them to the boat and he even cleaned, cut and bagged them all up when we got to the dock. He didn’t sit down not one time! We would recommend these 2 guys to anybody who is looking for a deep-sea charter trip!!! They are the best and I promise you won’t be disappointed!!! If you want to catch big game fish and have the experience of a lifetime then these 2 are the charter to call! Thanks for making my husbands birthday unforgettable and the best birthday ever,! We will be repeat customers!
Krystal H. | October 24, 2025

Trip: 9 Hour Trip - Offshore
★★★★★
It was a blast. Dan captained and Cross was the mate. They were really were amazing. And thanks so much for the help!
Olin H. | August 30, 2025

Trip: 9 Hour Trip - Offshore
★★★★★
The trip was excellent. We caught plenty of fish. The Captain and deck hand were friendly and upbeat folks. Tuly a fun experience.
James W. | August 24, 2025

Trip: Coastal Nearshore Trip
★★★★★
Couldn’t go on charter due to problems with the boat, however I need to give a shout out to captain Drew, who found us a very last minute replacement to make our trip a big success with captain Mason thank you very much
Ted G. | August 19, 2025

Trip: Bald Head Island Inshore Trip
★★★★★
Awesome time!! The crew is great.
Marian T. | July 15, 2025

Trip: Nearshore Trolling Trip
★★★★★
Drew was a phenomenal guide. Myself and a friend were able to smoke 3 redfish between us thanks to his tips. Drew was super patient and extremely knowledgeable. As a more novice fisherman, he was very good at teaching basic casting and presentation techniques with artificial lures. This was a great introduction to fishing from a vessel without the stress of a large multi-party charter. Worth every penny!
David S. | May 26, 2025

Trip: Wilmington NC Inshore Trip
★★★★★
Had an absolutely amazing day with Captain Jamie. He's incredibly knowledgable about fishing and the area and super personable. The fish were a little slow to bite at first but Jamie went above and beyond to try different spots he knows and put us on some fish. The mackerel started biting and we ended with the day with a full cooler! All of us were new to fishing and he was very good with beginners and answered all of our questions. Couldn't recommend a day with him strong enough!
Alexander A. | June 14, 2024

Trip: Wilmington Inshore Fishing Special
★★★★★
Had a great half-day trip fishing with Capt Jamie near Wrightsville Beach and Masonboro Island. We caught a few fish and learned a lot about the fishery and habitat. Knowledgeable and patient captain. Saw some dolphins, too.
Tom D. | May 26, 2024

Trip: Wilmington Inshore Fishing Special

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