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Everything to Know About Booking a Kure Beach live bait fishing charter

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Kure Beach with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 15 live bait fishing trips in Kure Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are Five-Star Inshore Fishing guided by Michael, Bald Head Island Inshore Trip guided by Drew, and 6-10 Hour Offshore Fishing Trip guided by Bennett.

Our guides in Kure Beach are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 6955 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Kure Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Kure Beach.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Kure Beach?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Kure Beach as well as river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Kure Beach are: 1. flounder, 2. redfish, 3. sheepshead, 4. speckled trout, and 5. black drum.

How much do Kure Beach live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Kure Beach can range anywhere from about $400 to $4,000, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Kure Beach is $424. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Kure Beach is $1,982.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a live bait fishing charter in Kure Beach?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Kure Beach is summer, and most anglers book their trips 34 days in advance.

Do I need a Kure Beach fishing license and what are the bag limits in Kure Beach?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Kure Beach, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Kure Beach. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Kure Beach.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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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