Spring Tide Guide Service
Spring Tide Guide Service Specializes in shallow water angling on the flats, inshore, and nearshore areas of Topsail Island and New River. Captain Ray Brittain has been fishing these waters for 35 years and will go out of his way to accommodate anglers of all skill levels.
Your trip with Spring Tide Guide Service will be aboard a roomy and stable 22’ Blue Wave bay boat, designed to run and float in the shallow waters surrounding Topsail Island. It is powered by a 250 HP Suzuki engine. The boat is fully rigged with the latest Garmin electronics which include a GPS, fishfinder, VHF radio, and stereo system. Other features include icebox, coolers, live bait tanks, ample storage, wireless Minn Kota trolling motor, life jackets, and first aid equipment.
Spring Tide Guide Service offers four, six, and eight-hour trips. Each trip can be tailored to fit your skill level and type of fishing desired. You can start the day roaming the flats sight casting topwater lures to Red Drum (Redfish) and Speckled Trout, or head off the beach and target Spanish Mackerel, Bonito, or Kings. Captain Ray will use the best techniques and methods to maximize your success whether casting artificial lures, using live bait, or trolling.
Spring Tide Guide Service will provide all bait and tackle and uses only the best gear by Penn, Shimano, and Lamiglass. Other amenities included in your trip are a fishing license, drinks, and photos of your catch. Bring any snacks you would like and fish cleaning can be arranged if requested.
Let’s Go Fishing!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (159)
+156Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
89%
Jun 21, 2025
3/4 Day Trip (AM)
Come see what a real professional guide looks like…
Capt Ray is incredibly knowledgeable, courteous and professional. During my two day trip, Capt Ray was able to overcome very tough conditions and not only did he put me on the reds we were able to nail some over slot fish on top water. Not to be out done, he then made a run to the beach side where we able to land a 25lb gag grouper. Highly recommend Spring Tide for experienced and novice fishermen alike. I’ll be going back out with this great guide.
Capt Ray is incredibly knowledgeable, courteous and professional. During my two day trip, Capt Ray was able to overcome very tough...
Aug 31, 2024
3/4 Day Trip (AM)
Successful Holiday Weekend Trip
Great trip with Captain Ray! I realized a week before our trip that I accidentally booked labor day weekend. Captain Ray called me the day before the trip and was honest about the boat traffic and fishing not being great because he didn’t want to take me on a trip that may not be successful, which I greatly appreciated. We decided to go anyway because I had family traveling for the trip. Despite the waters being busy Captain Ray found a spot where the reds were going CRAZY. If he can find reds biting like that on a busy day I can’t imagine what’s it’s like on non holiday weekends. DEFINITELY need to give Captain Ray a call if you’re interested in going out. You won’t regret it.
Great trip with Captain Ray! I realized a week before our trip that I accidentally booked labor day weekend. Captain Ray called...
Jul 30, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Captain Ray knows fishing
Capt. Ray was very knowledgeable on where the fish were and helped guide our efforts to catching them. He made it easy for us and very enjoyable, too. We will definitely be fishing with Capt. Ray again and highly recommend his service.
Capt. Ray was very knowledgeable on where the fish were and helped guide our efforts to catching them. He made it easy for us...
Aug 15, 2025
3/4 Day Trip (AM)
A great fishing day
Had a great morning on the water catching several large sea bass and flounder. Ray shared so much knowledge and made our trip a success.
Had a great morning on the water catching several large sea bass and flounder. Ray shared so much knowledge and made our trip...
Jun 18, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Captain Ray was phenomenal!
Captain Ray was a great host and captain! He made sure to find the best spots for us to catch fish and made sure my son (10) had a great experience. I would.highly recommend for anyone looking good for a friendly and professional captain on your fishing trip!
Captain Ray was a great host and captain! He made sure to find the best spots for us to catch fish and made sure my son (10) had...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (159)
+156Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
89%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Come see what a real professional guide looks like…
3/4 Day Trip (AM) on June 21, 2025
Capt Ray is incredibly knowledgeable, courteous and professional. During my two day trip, Capt Ray was able to overcome very tough conditions and not only did he put me on the reds we were able to nail some over slot fish on top water. Not to be out done, he then made a run to the beach side where we able to land a 25lb gag grouper. Highly recommend Spring Tide for experienced and novice fishermen alike. I’ll be going back out with this great guide.
Capt Ray is incredibly knowledgeable, courteous and professional. During my two day trip, Capt Ray was able to overcome very tough conditions and not only did he put me on the reds we were able to nail some over slot fish on top water. Not to be out done, he then made a run to the beach side where we able to land a 25lb gag grouper. Highly recommend Spring Tide for experienced and novice fishermen alike. I’ll be going back out with this great guide.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Successful Holiday Weekend Trip
3/4 Day Trip (AM) on August 31, 2024
Great trip with Captain Ray! I realized a week before our trip that I accidentally booked labor day weekend. Captain Ray called me the day before the trip and was honest about the boat traffic and fishing not being great because he didn’t want to take me on a trip that may not be successful, which I greatly appreciated. We decided to go anyway because I had family traveling for the trip. Despite the waters being busy Captain Ray found a spot where the reds were going CRAZY. If he can find reds biting like that on a busy day I can’t imagine what’s it’s like on non holiday weekends. DEFINITELY need to give Captain Ray a call if you’re interested in going out. You won’t regret it.
Great trip with Captain Ray! I realized a week before our trip that I accidentally booked labor day weekend. Captain Ray called me the day before the trip and was honest about the boat traffic and fishing not being great because he didn’t want to take me on a trip that may not be successful, which I greatly appreciated. We decided to go anyway because I had family traveling for the trip. Despite the waters being busy Captain Ray found a spot where the reds were going CRAZY. If he can find reds...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Captain Ray knows fishing
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 30, 2025
Capt. Ray was very knowledgeable on where the fish were and helped guide our efforts to catching them. He made it easy for us and very enjoyable, too. We will definitely be fishing with Capt. Ray again and highly recommend his service.
Capt. Ray was very knowledgeable on where the fish were and helped guide our efforts to catching them. He made it easy for us and very enjoyable, too. We will definitely be fishing with Capt. Ray again and highly recommend his service.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
A great fishing day
3/4 Day Trip (AM) on August 15, 2025
Had a great morning on the water catching several large sea bass and flounder. Ray shared so much knowledge and made our trip a success.
Had a great morning on the water catching several large sea bass and flounder. Ray shared so much knowledge and made our trip a success.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Captain Ray was phenomenal!
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 18, 2025
Captain Ray was a great host and captain! He made sure to find the best spots for us to catch fish and made sure my son (10) had a great experience. I would.highly recommend for anyone looking good for a friendly and professional captain on your fishing trip!
Captain Ray was a great host and captain! He made sure to find the best spots for us to catch fish and made sure my son (10) had a great experience. I would.highly recommend for anyone looking good for a friendly and professional captain on your fishing trip!
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