It’s high time to join Top Dog Charters and discover just how amazing Virginia fishing can be! The Chesapeake Bay is one the most productive fishing grounds in the country and Captain Neil Lessard knows exactly what to do to get you on the hottest bite.
Join him on his custom 45’ Carolina Rose Brothers boat that will get up to 6 passionate anglers on the fish efficiently and safely. She’s outfitted with twin 450 HP Cummins engines, which make her strong and reliable in different weather conditions.
The vessel also sports a private toilet and a fully air-conditioned salon that is roomy, comfortable, and perfectly suited for that time of the day when you need a break from battling awesome fish you hook.
Speaking of awesome fish, what is on your to-catch list for the day? Inshore waters of this area are abundant in Cobia, Redfish, Black Drum, Flounder, Spadefish, as well as trophy-sized Striped Bass, Spanish Mackerel, and the list just goes on.
This is the territory and the playground of massive, record-breaking Stripers that will give a proper fight you’ll remember for a long time. If you happen to hook a particularly big one, you’ve got a fighting chair to help you with reeling that giant in.
If fly fishing is the technique you prefer, Capt. Neil will gladly accommodate you, as long as you bring your own fly fishing equipment. When it comes to standard rods, reels, and tackle, he’ll provide them, as well as catch cleaning and filleting at the end of the trip, which is absolutely complimentary. You will also have a first mate on board, ready to help at all times, and for all his hard work, 20% tips are welcome and appreciated.
Whether you come with your family or a bunch of best angling buddies, fun times and impressive catch is guaranteed. Your kids are welcome to join too, this is a great opportunity to pass on the rod.
Join Top Dog Charters for a fishing expedition that will leave you smiling and proud with memories to cherish in many years to come!
FAQs about Top Dog Charters - Cape Charles, VA
- $800 per group - 4 Hour Red Drum Trip (Sep – Oct) (4 hours)
- $900 per group - 4 Hour Trip (May – Aug) (4 hours)
- $1,200 per group - 6 Hour Trip (May – Aug) (6 hours)
- Toilet
- Air Conditioning
- Fighting Chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed bunks and benches in salon
- Flybridge
- Live Bait Well
- Kitchen convection, microwave oven, sink, mini fridge
- Refrigerator
- Outriggers
- Ice Box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First Mate (20 percent tip is customary for Mate’s Tip)
- Fishing License (Up to 6 anglers)
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Fly Fishing (You may bring your tackle and bait)
- Drift Fishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
- Bass (Striped)
- Black Drum
- Cobia
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Spadefish
- Spanish Mackerel
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Custom Carolina Rose Brothers (Saltwater fishing) originally built in 1974, and restored in 2012. Powered by 2 450HP Cummins engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 22 knots.
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You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

