Cape Lookout Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Rick Patterson
Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Reported: 47 minutes ago

The spring fishing has been pretty good. We have been targeting a variety of fish. Atlantic Bonito, Bluefish, Redfish, Stripers and Speckled Trout.

Rick Patterson Atlantic Beach, North Carolina Reported: 47 minutes ago

The spring fishing has been pretty good. We have been targeting a variety of fish. Atlantic Bonito, Bluefish, Redfish, Stripers and Speckled Trout.

Fishing in Morehead City, North Carolina

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Scotty Webb
Morehead City, North Carolina
Reported: 2 days ago

Kings are starting to show up on the 3/4 days

Scotty Webb Morehead City, North Carolina Reported: 2 days ago

Kings are starting to show up on the 3/4 days

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Daniel Griffee
Morehead City, North Carolina
Reported: 2 weeks ago

Sea mullet and grey trout are showing up Now, bluefish and bonito are also around for great fights in lite tackle

Daniel Griffee Morehead City, North Carolina Reported: 2 weeks ago

Sea mullet and grey trout are showing up Now, bluefish and bonito are also around for great fights in lite tackle

Fishing in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina

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Scotty Webb
Morehead City, North Carolina
Reported: 3 weeks ago

Great bonito fishing

Scotty Webb Morehead City, North Carolina Reported: 3 weeks ago

Great bonito fishing

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Justin Ragsdale
Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Reported: 1 month ago

Justin Ragsdale Atlantic Beach, North Carolina Reported: 1 month ago

Here on the Crystal Coast spring has sprung in the ocean. The Bonita are finally arriving along the beaches and we will chase these sushi grade speedsters casting metal, trolling spoons, and live baiting. The Chopper Bluefish are on the shoals and smashing topwater. And some jumbo False Albacore up to 25lbs are in the mix. Seabass fishing is solid in 80 to 100ft and the vermillion snapper, triggerfish are joining them. Great time of the year and it will only get better in the coming weeks as cobia and Spanish Mackerel arrive.

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

Bluefish are starting to show up. Water is moving up, it's around 64-67 right now which will get more fish moving in. Never know what you're goin to catch this time of year while everyone's waiting on bonito!

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

Bluefish are starting to show up.
Water is moving up, it's around 64-67 right now which will get more fish moving in. Never know what you're goin to catch this time of year while everyone's waiting on bonito!

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Rick Patterson
Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Reported: 1 month ago

Speckled Trout, Striped Bass and some Redfish. Bluefish have started showing up at Cape and around the inlets. Atlantic Bonito should show up at the ARs anytime now.

Rick Patterson Atlantic Beach, North Carolina Reported: 1 month ago

Speckled Trout, Striped Bass and some Redfish. Bluefish have started showing up at Cape and around the inlets. Atlantic Bonito should show up at the ARs anytime now.

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Daniel Griffee
Morehead City, North Carolina
Reported: 2 months ago

Things are getting better

Daniel Griffee Morehead City, North Carolina Reported: 2 months ago

Things are getting better

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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
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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'
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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
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We had an awesome time with capt. Joe. He worked extremely hard to put us on the fish. Water conditions weren't to our favor, But we will be back next year. Can't wait to fish with our new found friend again. And have another great day on the water. ☆☆☆☆☆
Jackie B. | September 25, 2023

Trip: NC Classic Inshore Fishing Trip

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