Ocean Isle Beach Weather Forecast
Fishing reports straight from our guides in Ocean Isle Beach
October brings our annual run of big bull redfish, with 40-inch-class fish commonly caught throughout the month, along with plenty of 18–27-inch slot fish. Speckled trout fishing also peaks in mid-to-late October, making for some great artificial-lure fishing.
While flounder season was too short to keep them...
October brings our annual run of big bull redfish, with 40-inch-class fish commonly caught throughout the month, along with plenty of 18–27-inch slot fish. Speckled trout fishing also peaks in mid-to-late October, making for some great artificial-lure fishing.
While flounder season was too short to keep them this year, we'll still be catching some nice ones. Winter is also a great time to fish the area, with mild temperatures, lighter crowds, and excellent fishing during the warmest part of the day.
Target Species
- Get it while it's HOT!
- This species is in play.
- You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
- Couldn't tell ya! (no data)
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Recent Ocean Isle Beach Reviews
Captain Ronnie and his shipmate, we're knowledgeable, helpful, relatable, reliable, professional, and funny. They made great conversation while putting us on the fish. Cross was johny on the spit to pull the fish off the hook, fix snags, and bait hooks, all while helping our 10 year old fishing partner enjoy his time. We caught a shark, countless bass and a large Red drum fish. We all had a wonderful experience. We made fish tacos from part of our catch I highly recommend.
Michael B. | October 31, 2026
Trip: Coastal Nearshore Trip
Catching was a little slow but had a great day fishing!!
Robbie B. | September 15, 2026
Captain Drew took us out on a fantastic half day inshore trip. I took my son (9 y/o) and one of my buddies from college. His boat was super clean and well equipped for our charter. He had all the tackle we needed for successful time on the water. This guy knows how to fish: within 10 minutes of getting to our first spot, we already had a fish on the line: an over slot red drum. The second drum was a keeper and Drew kindly fileted it for us afterward (red drum grilled on the half shell is now one of my favorites). We moved to a few different spots throughout the morning and all together we caught about 9 fish. We let all but one go. Captain Drew really knows these waters and he was able to cater to more novice anglers and kids (my son and i) as well as more experienced anglers (my buddy) on the same trip. If i make it back to the carolina coast again, I would absolutely book Captain Drew
Alan G. | September 2, 2026
Had a great time fishing with these guys, caught more fish than the last three years combined on the big party boats. Trey and Roger were awesome and knew how to catch fish.
Coley R. | August 25, 2026
Trip: Coastal Nearshore Trip
Good trip with a hardworking crew. Solid gear, straightforward communication, and they put us on the fish. No complaints at all.
Michael T. | August 21, 2026
Trip: 4 Hour Shark Trip
Bryan was very professional and did a great job putting my boys on some fish! Highly recommend going out with him! Looking forward to next time!
Christian N. | August 19, 2026
Trip: NC Inshore Trips
Trip was awesome. Captain knew some good spots and was great helping our kids.
Jared C. | August 17, 2026
Ronnie and his first mate were very friendly and knowledgeable. They provided good conversation with good fishing. We were able to catch fish both trolling and bottom fishing.
John G. | August 15, 2026
Trip: Coastal Nearshore Trip
Great experience. Well worth the money. Jonathan is very knowledgeable.
Robert B. | August 13, 2026
My son, my friends and their kids all had an awesome time with Captain Ryan and his first mate Beau. Every part of the experience was enjoyable, from scheduling and communicating all the way through, walking away with some giant bags full of nicely filleted Spanish mackerel. Captain Ryan is an expert in these waters, knows exactly how to efficiently navigate them and put you in the position to catch a bunch of fish while having a great time. He and Beau work together seamlessly. Beau was expertly handling the three lines we had in the water, was extremely patient with the kids who were eager to be very hands-on, and tremendously efficient in removing the fish from the lines and getting them back in the water quickly. We walked out with 14 keepers, but had many more on the line throughout the day, which made it extremely engaging and exciting. The boat was super clean, easily access and equipped with anything we needed. In total, A+ experience and we will definitely be booking with him again next time we are in townz
Rob Y. | August 10, 2026
