Spring Tide Guide Service
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!
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!
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Elizabeth PoweRepeat angler5.0VerifiedFishing with Raymond
Half Day Trip on June 4, 2026 • 2 adultsGreat fishing charter! Captain Britt did a fantastic job of putting us on fish we could land in the boat. He was very knowledgeable and hard working. Great with kids too! We had a great time and look forward to going out with him again in the future.
Ben Woolley5.0VerifiedGreat day
Half Day Trip on May 21, 2026 • 3 adultsRay was very accomodating. He really worked hard to make it a great day despite the conditions and was very straightforward right from the start. we would defiately hire him again if we come back down here.
Alden Rader5.0Verifiedgreat fishing
Half Day Trip on July 13, 2026 • 4 adultshad a great time Ray did a great job putting us on fish even after telling us the fishing conditions was hard we all caught fish we will be back
Kevin Wray5.0VerifiedExcellent day with my Son and Dad.
3/4 Day Trip on September 20, 2023 • 3 adultsWe had the absolute best day out with Ray yesterday who owns Spring Tide Fishing Charters. The boat was comfortable, easily handling 3 of us. He was very knowledgeable about the area and we hit several "Honey Holes" and caught fish in almost all of them. I would highly recommend him. This was our first time down to the area and would definitely use his services again. One of the nicest fishing guides I've ever been around. He cleaned our catch for us, and we took his advice on how to prepare the delicious drum that we had for lunch today. Couldn't have ordered a better day to spend with my son and Dad. Thanks again Captain Ray.
Eric Bond5.0VerifiedHalf Day of Wild Bonito Action
Half Day Trip on April 7, 2023 • 4 adults • 2 childrenMy son and I along with another father and son booked Captain Ray for a morning session hunting the Bonito, and it was one of my favorite charters ever. Capt Ray’s knowledge and experience were on display as we were the only boat to catch Bonito that day, and we landed 6 big one along with some Spanish Mackerel. He knew right where to be and when to be there, and we were hooked up right away on some drag ripping footballs. The light tackle was perfectly balanced for long casting and fighting these mighty fish, and every fight was right at the edge. Capt Ray was great with the 11 year old boys and even the less experienced members of the group felt like pros at the end. An absolute epic day! Will definitely be booking with him again.
Coe Johnston5.0VerifiedCaptain Ray was phenomenal!
Half Day Trip on June 18, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 childCaptain 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!
Mark Hinson5.0VerifiedCaptain Ray knows fishing
Half Day Trip on July 30, 2025 • 3 adultsCapt. 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.
Megan Kritsky5.0VerifiedBest fishing day on Topsail Island
Half Day Trip on July 25, 2025 • 4 adultsNew to fishing, our Captain was knowledgeable and taught us about different fishing techniques. We had a fantastic day on the water & can’t wait to book another trip!
Scottie Harris5.0VerifiedA great fishing day
3/4 Day Trip on August 15, 2025 • 3 adultsHad a great morning on the water catching several large sea bass and flounder. Ray shared so much knowledge and made our trip a success.
Molly Clippard5.0VerifiedFishing with Raymond
3/4 Day Trip on May 20, 2024 • 2 adultsGreat trip out on the boat with my husband. Ray really knew the waters, and took us all around the island. If the fish didn't bite where we were, we quickly found another place to try! He did everything he could to help us catch a fish! We had a fantastic time and would definitely recommend!!!
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Great fishing charter! Captain Britt did a fantastic job of putting us on fish we could land in the boat. He was very knowledgeable and hard working. Great with kids too! We had a great time and look forward to going out with him again in the future.
Ray was very accomodating. He really worked hard to make it a great day despite the conditions and was very straightforward right from the start. we would defiately hire him again if we come back down here.
Thank you guys so much. Had a great time and look forward to fishing with you all again, Capt. Ray
had a great time Ray did a great job putting us on fish even after telling us the fishing conditions was hard we all caught fish we will be back
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.
