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Everything to Know About Booking a Wilmington bottom fishing charter
What are the best bottom fishing charters in Wilmington?
The best bottom fishing charters in Wilmington are:
- Let's Hook Up Charters guided by Jason G. with 33 years of experience
- FoxSea Lady Charters guided by Fox J.
- Seagate Charters guided by Jamie R. with 20 years of experience
- FinReaper guided by Michael M.
- Carolina Beach Sportfishing guided by Ryan C.
Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in Wilmington with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 21 bottom fishing trips in Wilmington, and the most popular trips in the area are Wilmington Mixed Bag guided by Dave, Wilmington Inshore Fishing Special guided by Jamie, and Crushing The Coastline guided by Luke.
Our guides in Wilmington are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 9629 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 bottom fishing guides / fishing lessons in Wilmington? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Wilmington.
What types of bottom fishing charters are common in Wilmington?
Nearshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Wilmington as well as inshore fishing and jetty fishing.
The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Wilmington are: 1. flounder, 2. redfish, 3. speckled trout, 4. bonito, and 5. cobia.
How much do Wilmington bottom fishing charters cost?
Prices for bottom fishing in Wilmington can range anywhere from about $450 to $3,100, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Wilmington is $599. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Wilmington is $1,749.
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 bottom fishing charter in Wilmington?
The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in Wilmington is summer, and most anglers book their trips 40 days in advance.
Do I need a Wilmington fishing license and what are the bag limits in Wilmington?
See here for more information on fishing licenses in Wilmington, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Wilmington. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in Wilmington.
Recent Reviews
Great time in perfect weather ! Caught a lot and learned a lot from Jason. If you have never been fishing off the coast call him. He’s patient, knowledgeable and fun to be around. If you have fished off the coast some but want to go out deep sea fishing call Jason. He’s can make that happen too. That’s who I’m going to call for my next trip.
John B. | October 18, 2026
Jason was excellent, very friendly, great guide, and would highly recommend!!
Samantha F. | October 10, 2026
Had a great day fishing with Captain. Cord caught a few Spanish mackerels and even real in a good size barracuda. Cord was very flexible with us rescheduling since it rained on our original day.
Derek R. | August 25, 2026
Drew was great. Very knowledgeable, reliable, personable.
Andrew B. | August 7, 2026
