It’s impossible to know all there is to know about winds, weather, underwater topography, species habits, migration patterns, bag limits, the latest bait and tackle, boat navigation skills and everything else that goes into a successful fishing trip. Unless, of course, you fish for a living. Professional fishermen and fisherwomen know all of this and more through direct, on-the-water experience and constant networking within the fishing community. That’s why many anglers, novice to advanced, choose to hire a professional guide for their Outer Banks fishing trips. Outer Banks fishing guides have the local knowledge and innate skills to put you on a fish almost every time. And you can find Outer Banks fishing guide services for every type of Outer Banks fishing – offshore, near-shore, inshore, surf, pier, wading, kayak, spear and backcountry included. You can even find Outer Banks fishing guides for shrimping, crabbing and clamming. These people will ensure your safety and up the fun factor by taking the stress out of fish finding.
Outer Banks Fishing by Area
Corolla | Duck & Southern Shores | Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills & Nags Head
Roanoke Island & Manteo | Hatteras Island | Ocracoke Island
Outer Banks Fishing by Category
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Pirate's Cove Yacht Club & Marina
Outer Banks Guides
2000 Sailfish Drive, Docks at Pirate's Cove Marina, Manteo
Looking to get out on the water? Docked at Pirate's Cove Marina on the Nags Head/Manteo Causeway, Crystal Dawn is conveniently accessible for anyone based on the northern Outer Banks. The comfortable 65-foot double-decker boat offers head boat fishing in the sounds and around Oregon Inlet as well as a variety of fun cruises around Roanoke Island. On a head boat fishing trip you'll catch fish such as flounder, croaker, spot, trout, sea mullet, sea bass and more, depending on the season and conditions. All bait, tackle and licenses are furnished, and this is a great way to introduce kids to fishing. Half-day fishing trips, leaving at 7 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. in summer and 8 a.m. only in the off-season, cost $48 for adults and $38 for children ages 10 and younger. For sightseeing on the sound, Sunset Cruises are offered at 6:30 p.m. nightly from April through October. They cost $25 for adults and $20 for children. Kids younger than 3 go for free on all trips. Ask about other tours, including Purple Martin Excursions in late July and early August. Crystal Dawn is available for private charters, bachelor and bachelorette parties, ashes at sea ceremonies, family functions and more. The boat can accommodate up to 100 passengers, though they limit the number to 50 on fishing trips for the comfort of all passengers. Small coolers are welcome.
Looking to get out on the water? Docked at Pirate's Cove Marina on the Nags Head/Manteo Causeway, Crystal Dawn is conveniently accessible for anyone based on the northern Outer Banks. The comfortable 65-foot double-decker boat offers head boat fishing in the sounds and around Oregon Inlet as well as a variety of fun cruises around Roanoke Island. On a head boat fishing trip you'll catch fish such...read more
Looking to get out on the water? Docked at Pirate's Cove Marina on the Nags...read more
Pirate's Cove Yacht Club & Marina
Outer Banks Guides
2000 Sailfish Drive, Docks at Pirate's Cove Marina, Manteo
Looking to get out on the water? Docked at Pirate's Cove Marina on the Nags Head/Manteo Causeway, Crystal Dawn is conveniently accessible for anyone based on the northern Outer Banks. The comfortable 65-foot double-decker boat offers head boat fishing in the sounds and around Oregon Inlet as well as a variety of fun cruises around Roanoke Island. On a head boat fishing trip you'll catch fish such as flounder, croaker, spot, trout, sea mullet, sea bass and more, depending on the season and conditions. All bait, tackle and licenses are furnished, and this is a great way to introduce kids to fishing. Half-day fishing trips, leaving at 7 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. in summer and 8 a.m. only in the off-season, cost $48 for adults and $38 for children ages 10 and younger. For sightseeing on the sound, Sunset Cruises are offered at 6:30 p.m. nightly from April through October. They cost $25 for adults and $20 for children. Kids younger than 3 go for free on all trips. Ask about other tours, including Purple Martin Excursions in late July and early August. Crystal Dawn is available for private charters, bachelor and bachelorette parties, ashes at sea ceremonies, family functions and more. The boat can accommodate up to 100 passengers, though they limit the number to 50 on fishing trips for the comfort of all passengers. Small coolers are welcome.
Looking to get out on the water? Docked at Pirate's Cove Marina on the Nags Head/Manteo Causeway, Crystal Dawn is conveniently accessible for anyone based on the northern Outer Banks. The comfortable 65-foot double-decker boat offers head boat fishing in the sounds and around Oregon Inlet as well as a variety of fun cruises around Roanoke Island. On a head boat fishing trip you'll catch fish such...read more
Looking to get out on the water? Docked at Pirate's Cove Marina on the Nags...read more
Outer Banks Guides
57878 N.C. Highway 12, Hatteras village
Dock, fish, dine and unwind at Oden's Dock in Hatteras village. This full-service marina books half-day inshore and nearshore charters and full-day offshore fishing charters year round. Two head boats, Miss Hatteras and Cap’N Clam, also offer trips from here. Fish-cleaning services are available on site. Check out the Oden's Dock Facebook page or website for a daily fishing report. Nightly and monthly slip rentals with electric and water hookups are available. Oden’s sells gas and diesel fuel, and the Ship’s Store sells bait and tackle, oil, ice, food and drinks, sunscreen, Dramamine, apparel, coffee and breakfast foods and anything else you'd need for a day of fishing or boating. Risky Business Seafood Market, Breakwater Inn, Breakwater Restaurant, Hatteras Parasail, Jet ski rentals and kayak tours are also found at this full-service marina that's run by a very friendly local family.
Dock, fish, dine and unwind at Oden's Dock in Hatteras village. This full-service marina books half-day inshore and nearshore charters and full-day offshore fishing charters year round. Two head boats, Miss Hatteras and Cap’N Clam, also offer trips from here. Fish-cleaning services are available on site. Check out the Oden's Dock Facebook page or website for a daily fishing report. Nightly and monthly slip rentals with electric...read more
Dock, fish, dine and unwind at Oden's Dock in Hatteras village. This full-service marina books...read more
Outer Banks Guides
2000 Sailfish Drive, Nags Head/Manteo Causeway, Manteo
Just about every afternoon between 4 and 5 p.m., a dozen or more sport fishing boats return from the Gulf Stream to the Pirate’s Cove Marina to unload their catches of tuna, dolphin, wahoo and other deep-sea fish. If you’re interested in seeing the fish before they’re cleaned, head down to the docks and watch the mates hurl the whopping creatures onto the docks. Kids love this, and the anglers are friendly about sharing their experiences of the day.
If you’re more of a hands-on type, escape from the same old beach routine and head over to Pirate's Cove Marina and Yacht Club to experience the thrill of a lifetime fishing from one of their offshore charter boats. Your adrenaline will be pumping listening to the scream of the drag while you are reeling in your tuna, dolphin, wahoo and marlin. Or book a near-shore trip and drop deep to catch tile fish, sea bass, trigger fish and grouper, or troll for Spanish mackerel and bluefish. No matter what you choose, Pirate's Cove’s charter fleet will show you a great time. Back at the docks you can stop by the Pirates Cove Ship's Store, where you'll find a great selection of t-shirts, resort wear, gifts and one of the best selections of sunglasses on the Outer Banks. Or you can visit Mimi's Tiki Hut, a dockside bar open in the warmer months, and Blue Water Grill & Raw Bar, a full-service restaurant on the second floor overlooking the marina.
The Pavilion at Pirate's Cove Marina is home base for three renowned summer fishing tournaments – Pirate's Cove Billfish Tournament, Alice Kelly Memorial Ladies Only Billfish Tournament and Dare County Boat Builders Foundation Tournament – as well as other events. One of the favorites is the annual Small Fry Fishing Tournament for ages 3 to 15. It's held at the marina every year sometime close to July 4. The Pavilion is the largest venue on the Outer Banks and is available for rental, including 24-hour rental, for weddings and other events. A variety of accommodations are available on site through Pirate's Cove Realty.
Just about every afternoon between 4 and 5 p.m., a dozen or more sport fishing boats return from the Gulf Stream to the Pirate’s Cove Marina to unload their catches of tuna, dolphin, wahoo and other deep-sea fish. If you’re interested in seeing the fish before they’re cleaned, head down to the docks and watch the mates hurl the whopping creatures onto the docks. Kids...read more
Just about every afternoon between 4 and 5 p.m., a dozen or more sport fishing...read more
Outer Banks Guides
Sign up for an excursion with Marcus Lawson to explore the sound waters in a 24-foot Carolina skiff, complete with all the equipment you need to gather clams and gig flounder. Ask him about his winter duck hunting trips as well.read more
Outer Banks Guides
This full-service marina books offshore and inshore fishing trips year round with a 24-boat charter fleet. They offer deepwater slip rentals with water and electric hookups and sell diesel fuel. Shower and laundry facilities, apartment rentals, a gift shop and the Harbor Deli are on site.read more
Outer Banks Guides
The southernmost marina on the island, next to the ferry docks and closest to the inlet, Hatteras Landing books both inshore and offshore fishing charters year round including make-up charters. Slip rentals for boats up to 90 feet are available with power and water hookups at every slip. A well-stocked convenience store with snack and drink items, apparel, sunglasses, hats, t-shirts and souvenirs is on...read more
Outer Banks Guides
Kinnakeet Guide Service offers fishing and hunting trips, and one of their most popular offerings is inshore and offshore kayak fishing, which is exploding in popularity on the Outer Banks. In a fleet of top-of-the-line Jackson and Kaku kayaks with all top-grade tackle and equipment, the experienced guides offer full or half day trips and expert instruction for up to five anglers. Depending on the...read more
Outer Banks Guides
Miss Hatteras, a 75-foot head boat, makes daily trips in season to the fishing grounds, with individuals paying a per-person fee to go along. All the gear and tackle you’ll need, along with instruction from the helpful crew, is provided. On Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays Miss Hatteras takes full-day (6:30 a.m to 4 p.m.) trips to the Gulf Stream to bottom fish for triggerfish,...read more
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Teach’s Lair is a full-service marina offering both inshore and offshore fishing charters and specialty charters year round as well as fish-cleaning services. Slip rentals with hookups are available by the day, week, month or year. A ramp for launching boats can be used for a $10 fee. A convenience store, ship’s store and tackle shop are onsite selling gear, apparel, custom rods and everything...read more
Outer Banks Guides
There’s no question that Ocracoke is an angler’s paradise. When you’re ready to sink a line, head here for a complete line of bait and tackle for inshore, offshore and surf fishing. They also offer fishing advice, current fishing reports and equipment for other activities such as clamming and crabbing. You'll find lots of visitor information here too. Follow recent catches on their Facebook page...read more
