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Everything to Know About Booking a Wilmington speckled trout fishing charter

What are the best speckled trout fishing charters in Wilmington?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 11 speckled trout trips in Wilmington, and the most popular trips in the area are Wilmington NC Inshore Trip guided by Drew, Wrightsville Beach Nearshore guided by Cord, and Crushing the Coastline guided by Luke.

Our guides in Wilmington are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 4495 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 Wilmington? Check out our beginner and family friendly speckled trout guides in Wilmington.

What types of speckled trout fishing charters are common in Wilmington?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for speckled trout in Wilmington as well as nearshore fishing.

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

How much do Wilmington speckled trout fishing charters cost?

Prices for speckled trout in Wilmington can range anywhere from about $400 to $1,220, but the average price for a half day trip for speckled trout in Wilmington is $657. The average price for a full day trip for speckled trout in Wilmington is $879.

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 Wilmington?

The most popular season for speckled trout fishing in Wilmington is summer, and most anglers book their trips 14 days in advance.

Do I need a Wilmington fishing license for speckled trout and what are the bag limits for speckled trout 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 fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Wilmington.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

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