North Carolina Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in North Carolina

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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Joey Van Dyke
Frisco, North Carolina
Reported: 1 year ago

Trout and reds and sharks are still running

Joey Van Dyke Frisco, North Carolina Reported: 1 year ago

Trout and reds and sharks are still running

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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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Jamie Rushing
Wilmington, North Carolina
Reported: 1 year ago

Bull reds as well as slot sized fish are biting well along with speckled trout flounder false albies,king and spanish mackeral to name a few are all biting well around wrightsville and carolina beaches. Fall fishing is finally here and shaping up to be great.

Jamie Rushing Wilmington, North Carolina Reported: 1 year ago

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Michael Moore
Carolina Beach, North Carolina
Reported: 1 year ago

The wahoo bite has been heating up and getting better out at the break nearshore King mackerel and Spanish mackerel is starting to heat up and when wind lays down near shore should be on fire

Michael Moore Carolina Beach, North Carolina Reported: 1 year ago

The wahoo bite has been heating up and getting better out at the break nearshore King mackerel and Spanish mackerel is starting to heat up and when wind lays down near shore should be on fire

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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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Fantastic. All around fun and knowledgeable. Highly recommend to anyone.
Misty L. | April 25, 2026

Trip: NC Sportfish Adventure
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Chris G. | April 21, 2026

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Steven B. | April 14, 2026

Trip: Fishing Special - 26’ C-Hawk
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What an awesome 1/2 day trip we had with Mike. It was my husband, me, and our 17-year-old son (who has high-functioning autism). Mike was awesome and explained everything very well. He kept taking us to different places until we landed some fish. It was an awesome experience.
Amy N. | April 12, 2026

Trip: Hatteras Inshore / Narshore Trips
★★★★★
Carson was a great guide with plentiful of knowledge of the lake Tillery. He informed me about fish behavior and how it impacts the probability to be able to be successful. It was my first experience with the live scan and I love it. With live scan you can see the behavior of fish and how they travel through the waterway, increasing your chances of landing one. Would highly recommend Carson for your fishing trips not only for the boat and equipment but his knowledge and experience.
Michael P. | April 1, 2026

Trip: Crappie In Lake Tilllery
★★★★★
Dale was phenomenal. He new the bait and the honey hole. Put us on the fish and sent us home with cleaned dinner. I will absolutely be back and will only go out on the water with him when in the area. 11 out of 10!
Joseph L. | March 30, 2026

Trip: Morehead City Inshore/Nearshore
★★★★★
Great experience! I'm fairly certain the man speaks fish. They were cold from the recent storm, but Mike knew just where to put us and the moment the sun came up we were on 'em. Cannot speak highly enough of Mike
Tiffany T. | March 24, 2026

Trip: Half Day Charter