Damn Good Speckled Trout Fishing Charters In North Carolina

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Morehead City

1/2 Day Inshore

100% (1) Guided by Jeffrey
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore, Jetty Fishing in Harkers Island

Nearshore Fly Fishing

100% (1) Guided by Joe
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Atlantic Beach

NC Inshore/Nearshore Combo

100% (2) Guided by Daniel
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $700
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This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, River in Ocean Isle Beach

Inshore Fishing Charter - 4 Hours

NEW Guided by Harvey
23 ft 1 - 4 People From $400
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, River in Harkers Island

Nearshore Fishing Trip

100% (1) Guided by Joe
23 ft 1 - 8 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, Flats in Beaufort

NC Inshore Slam

NEW Guided by Austin
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in New Bern

Inshore "Mixed Bag" Trip

NEW Guided by Joe
22 ft 1 - 3 People From $450
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Hatteras

Hatteras Island Inshore Adventure

NEW Guided by Jerry
25 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Wilmington

4 Hour Inshore/Nearshore

NEW Guided by Jon
23 ft 1 - 3 People From $475
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Manteo

OBX Fishing Trip

NEW Guided by Bud
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Southport

Inshore Backwater Trips

NEW Guided by Parks
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $400
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Beaufort

OBX Inshore Slam

NEW Guided by Austin
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $650
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Everything to Know About Booking a North Carolina speckled trout fishing charter

What are the best speckled trout fishing charters in North Carolina?

The best speckled trout fishing charters in North Carolina are:

Why should I book a speckled trout fishing charter in North Carolina with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 51 speckled trout trips in North Carolina, and the most popular trips in the area are Fishing And Clamming Trips guided by Greg, Backwater Sightfishing, Fly/Spin guided by Joe, and Inshore Fish Frenzy guided by James.

Our guides in North Carolina are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3806 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 speckled trout guides / fishing lessons in North Carolina? Check out our beginner and family friendly speckled trout guides in North Carolina.

What types of speckled trout fishing charters are common in North Carolina?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for speckled trout in North Carolina as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in North Carolina are light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and trolling but artificial lure fishing and bottom fishing are popular as well.

How much do North Carolina speckled trout fishing charters cost?

Prices for speckled trout in North Carolina can range anywhere from about $500 to $1,600, but the average price for a half day trip for speckled trout in North Carolina is $670. The average price for a full day trip for speckled trout in North Carolina is $1,118.

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 speckled trout fishing in North Carolina?

The most popular season for speckled trout fishing in North Carolina is summer, and most anglers book their trips 24 days in advance.

Do I need a North Carolina fishing license for speckled trout and what are the bag limits for speckled trout in North Carolina?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time despite less than ideal conditions. Kyle did an excellent job running down every possibility to find fish. We eventually caught some nice trout. All in all we learned a lot, Kyle is very knowledgeable and we enjoyed his company. We plan to take another trip with Kyle.

    David H. | November 20, 2024

    Trip: Sight Fishing for NC Redfish

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip!! Capt Jeffery and Kaitlyn were phenomenal and got us on an awesome bite. Very family friendly - definitely recommend if you are in the Moorhead city area.

    Edward H. | October 12, 2024

    Trip: 1/2 day inshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time inshore fishing. Joey kept moving us to different locations to find fish as well as communicating with other boats out fishing to know where to go. Everyone had a great time!

    Jenni V. | August 11, 2024

    Trip: Outer Banks Inshore Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Joey was great. Had an awesome time.

    Joe R. | July 12, 2024

    Trip: Outer Banks Inshore Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Great day with Captain Daniel! Great fisherman and host!!

    Trent B. | June 21, 2024

    Trip: NC Classic 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

  • ★★★★★
    My brother and I had a terrific fishing experience with Judd in mid-May. Great equipment, personable and clear communication - plus Judd's experience and judgement made the whole trip a relaxing and fun time all around for our early season exploration of inshore fishing opportunities now that we both live much closer together. We enjoyed a variety of fishing techniques - Judd knows a lot about fish and where to find them as well as when to go looking. Our inexperience showed, but Judd coaches well - patiently - until we got to connecting regularly with especially the many speckled trout opportunities. Sight-fishing for redfish, which Judd expertly located, was also new for us - we had a blast and definitely hope to try again! Kudos and thanks for the quality of this trip, Judd!

    Dwight G. | June 10, 2024

    Trip: Speckled Trout Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Good captain, tried his best to get us fish despite windy conditions. Had a good time!

    Tony F. | June 7, 2024

    Trip: Outer Banks Inshore Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Bought this trip for my husband and he cannot stop smiling. Captain Jack was great!!! Will definitely do again!!

    Tommy D. | May 7, 2024

    Trip: Inshore (AM)

  • ★★★★★
    We booked a trip with captain Jaime for two days in the beginning of our trip. My fiancé is an avid fisherman, and was able to pick captain Jamie‘s brain for information on the area, and he gladly shared. Captain brought us to some great spots, and there were some fish caught. We even got to fish one of the shipwrecks from the Civil War, which was amazing. We couldn’t of asked for a more hospitable and kind and knowledgeable guide for this trip.

    Richard G. | November 12, 2023

    Trip: Wilmington Inshore Fishing Special

  • ★★★★★
    My son and I had such a fun trip with Captain Jamie! He was great with my son, a patient teacher, and he navigated the area with ease. He even tried to hook us a shark! We also saw dolphins and lovely wildlife, and we caught some interesting fish. My son can’t wait to go back and is counting down the days until we see Jamie again!

    Heather B. | September 29, 2023

    Trip: Wilmington Inshore Fishing Special

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Captain G is the man! We had a blast on our trip chasing reds on soft plastics and fly inshore, hammering flounder at G's secret spot, loading up on Spanish Mackerel at the jetties, running the beaches for cobia and catching bluefish and a 6' Blacktip Shark, and then running a few miles off to try our luck on some amberjack. This trip was a wild nonstop adventure and I came away amazed at the variety of fishing opportunities Captain G can line up at the drop of a hat. There was never a dull moment and G's setup is perfect for skinny water, zipping down the coast, and fishing open water offshore. His gear is top of the line and he was super quick to re-rig tackle when needed so we were keeping lines wet. 10/10 and can't wait to fish with G again sometime soon. -Jonathan with Captain Experiences

    Jonathan N. | June 15, 2023

    Trip: Nearshore Trolling & Bottomfishing

  • ★★★★★
    Daneil is an amazing captain. He made sure that we got a large variety of fishing experiences, we caught so many that we loss count of how many fishes were caught...we just had such an amazing day. My 17 yr old grandson slept nearly the whole way home. Highly recommend him

    Susan T. | March 20, 2023

    Trip: NC Inshore/Nearshore Combo

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Grey was outstanding. Under typically iffy December conditions on Pamlico Sound he put us into trout and drum. I've fished with 4 other charters over the past decade in the Carolinas and Captain Grey was best.

    James G. | January 11, 2023

    Trip: Swan Quarter Inshore Charter

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