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Cape Lookout Charters 

4.5
(12 reviews)
 611 Evans Street, Morehead City, NC 28557, United States–
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Cape Lookout Charters 

Morehead City, NC, United States
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23 ft
4
4.5
(12 reviews)
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Get ready to explore the Core Banks barrier islands with Cape Lookout Charters! Captain Dave Dietzler is an expert in a wide range of techniques and he's fished just about every honey hole along North Carolina's rugged coast. He offers charters for anglers from all levels of experience and invites you to join him for a fun day of fishing!

Your vessel for the day is a 23' Maycraft center console. She's the perfect boat for fishing inlets and shallow waters, as well as nearshore reefs and wrecks. She comes with state-of-the-art electronics, safety gear, downriggers, a fighting chair, and live bait tank. You and 3 other guests will be able to fish at the same time and kids of all ages are welcome aboard.

Capt. Dave also provides top-of-the-line Star rods and reels, as well as fly fishing equipment and snorkeling gear. Please note that 2 people can fly fish at the same time and 4 can snorkel. Both activities are available on every trip and included in the price. Just let the captain know in advance and he'll accommodate your trip based on your preferences.

You'll target a number of inshore and nearshore species, including Cobia, Redfish, Sheepshead, Flounder, Black Drum, Speckled Trout, Spanish Mackerel, and more. Depending on what you're targeting, you'll be doing a bit of trolling, jigging, popping, or spinning. Bait and lures will also be supplied and are covered in the price as well.

Capt. Dave provides both walk-on and private trips, so if you can't find enough people to join you can always choose the shared trip option. No matter which option you choose, you'll have your catch cleaned and filleted free of charge so you can go home and enjoy a delicious meal with the family!

Everything else is taken care of, including your fishing license. Feel free to bring snacks and drinks, and make sure to pack some sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses. Book your trip today and get ready for Cape Lookout Charters to show you a great time!

Get ready to explore the Core Banks barrier islands with Cape Lookout Charters! Captain Dave Dietzler is an expert in a wide range of techniques and he's fished just about every honey hole along North Carolina's rugged coast. He offers charters for anglers from all levels of experience and invites you to join him for a fun day of fishing!

Your vessel for the day is a 23' Maycraft center console. She's the perfect boat for fishing inlets and shallow waters, as well as nearshore reefs and wrecks. She comes with state-of-the-art electronics, safety gear, downriggers, a fighting chair, and live bait tank. You and 3 other guests will be able to fish at the same time and kids of all ages are welcome aboard.

Capt. Dave also provides top-of-the-line Star rods and reels, as well as fly fishing equipment and snorkeling gear. Please note that 2 people can fly fish at the same time and 4 can snorkel. Both activities are available on every trip and included in the price. Just let the captain know in advance and he'll accommodate your trip based on your preferences.

You'll target a number of inshore and nearshore species, including Cobia, Redfish, Sheepshead, Flounder, Black Drum, Speckled Trout, Spanish Mackerel, and more. Depending on what you're targeting, you'll be doing a bit of trolling, jigging, popping, or spinning. Bait and lures will also be supplied and are covered in the price as well.

Capt. Dave provides both walk-on and private trips, so if you can't find enough people to join you can always choose the shared trip option. No matter which option you choose, you'll have your catch cleaned and filleted free of charge so you can go home and enjoy a delicious meal with the family!

Everything else is taken care of, including your fishing license. Feel free to bring snacks and drinks, and make sure to pack some sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses. Book your trip today and get ready for Cape Lookout Charters to show you a great time!

Dave Dietzler
Captain
Dave Dietzler
31 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Toilet
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Toilet

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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Redfish
Flounder
Speckled Trout
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.5
12 reviews
4.3
Boat & equipment
4.6
Captain & crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (14)

Reviews (12)

  • Jessica Mckendrick
    Jessica Mckendrick
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    Family Fun

    Half Day Trip on July 31, 2019 • 4 adults • 3 children

    Captain Dave was so amazing! He was prepared and on time with all fishing gear and a great welcoming personality. Mother and 3 sons booked fishing trip and had a blast! Captain Dave also showed boys a nice spot to explore for seashells, shark teeth, and a fishing spot from a small barrier island. Boys enjoyed seeing the crystal coast! We will definitely book again! Thank you for showing boys how to fillet the fish as well! Great Captain and great personality!

  • John Isadore
    John Isadore
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Cold weather Redfish

    Half Day Trip on November 26, 2021 • 2 adults

    Despite cold weather and rain Cap'n Dave put us on some nice trout and Redfish.

  • Toschua Thomas
    Toschua Thomas
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    Hald day trip was amazing

    Half Day Trip on October 7, 2020 • 2 adults

    What a great time! Very informative, taking us all along different areas. He definitely knows his stuff. Fileted our catches as well. He gives clear directions on expectations while in the boat. Definitely recommend!

  • Fletcher Lynch
    Fletcher Lynch
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Dave

    Half Day Trip on June 12, 2021 • 2 adults
  • Harris Parnell
    Harris Parnell
    us
    Washington D.C., US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    December fishing trip

    Half Day Trip on December 31, 2021 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Captain Dave was a great teacher for both me and my daughter. We had a wonderful time and brought home some dinner too.

  • Craig Hoelzer
    Craig Hoelzer
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day with captain Dave

    Half Day Trip on July 18, 2020 • 4 adults

    Dave was a great guide and also fun to be around on the water. Knew what he was talking about and kept things loose and fun. Exactly what our group was looking for in a captain.

  • Debbie Oneal
    Debbie Oneal
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Dave

    Half Day Trip on June 13, 2021 • 2 adults
  • Katherine Smith
    Katherine Smith
    us
    Utah, US
    Member since 2020
    4.7
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    Half Day Trip on July 4, 2020 • 4 adults

    Capt. Dave was fantastic. We had a wonderful time and left wishing we had booked all day! Two thumbs up from our family.

  • Brina Maloney
    Brina Maloney
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2020
    3.3
    Verified

    Half day trip

    Half Day Trip on October 17, 2020 • 3 adults

    We had a good time fishing with Captain Dave. Caught a few Spanish Mackerel, red fish, lizard fish and a false albacore. We did some trolling, bottom fishing and top water plugging inland. He gave us some neat information about the history and things going on around the area. Be prepared to help out on the boat.

  • Craig Chambers
    Craig Chambers
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2020
    3.3
    Verified

    May fishing trip

    Half Day Trip on May 9, 2020 • 2 adults

FAQs about Cape Lookout Charters

Cape Lookout Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Full Day Trip (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Cape Lookout Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment For 4 people
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Cape Lookout Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Star )
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
  • Fly fishing equipment (2 people can fly fish at the same time )
Cape Lookout Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
Cape Lookout Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Cape Lookout Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Weakfish

Your captain

Dave Dietzler
Dave Dietzler
Morehead City, North Carolina, United States
12 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
13 Customer reviews
Typical response within 12 hours
Member since June 2019
Captain Dave Dietzler grew up with a rod and reel in his hand. He's enjoyed fishing his whole life so deciding to make a living out of it was a natural choice. He's been a licensed captain for over 3 decades and every minute has brought him a sort of satisfaction that's incomparable with any other feeling in the world. He enjoys teaching people how to fish and seeing the smiles on customers' faces once they reel in their first catch. Plan your next adventure with Cape Lookout Charters and get ready for an unforgettable experience in Morehead City, NC!
Dave Dietzler
Dave Dietzler
Fully verified
12
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13
reviews
2019
member since
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response
Captain Dave Dietzler grew up with a rod and reel in his hand. He's enjoyed fishing his whole life so deciding to make a living out of it was a natural choice. He's been a licensed captain for over 3 decades and every minute has brought him a sort of satisfaction that's incomparable with any other feeling in the world. He enjoys teaching people how to fish and seeing the smiles on customers' faces once they reel in their first catch. Plan your next adventure with Cape Lookout Charters and get ready for an unforgettable experience in Morehead City, NC!

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Weakfish
Weakfish
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Black Grouper
Black Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a sunny day, showcasing the beautiful waters of the Gulf Coast.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Come join the family fun fishing trips a 4 hour morning trip is very enjoyable ?
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catches of Redfish while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Fun times on light tackle We are catching redfish, speckled trout, bluefish, sea mullets, false albacore and giant red drum.
  • A young angler and an adult proudly displaying a large Redfish while enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Fun day fishing with this crew today. Non stop redfish action sight fishig on the beach.
  • Angler proudly holding two redfish on a waterfront dock in a marina setting.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    John I.
    John I.
    Despite cold weather and rain Cap'n Dave put us on some nice trout and Redfish.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their Redfish catch aboard a boat, enjoying a day of fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Great fishing Morehead City NC
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Spanish Mackerel while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Great time to book a fishing charter
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Redfish alongside a variety of catches at a cleaning station after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Great bite down here with Cape Lookout Charters Morehead City NC
  • Two anglers posing at the dock next to a selection of freshly caught fish on a cleaning table after a successful fishing trip.
    Good times
  • A family trio proudly displaying their catches of Redfish in front of a colorful mural in Morehead City, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Good fishing inshore for redfish, trout, black drum, sheepshead bluefish and spanish mackerel are biting. Using topwater, popping corks, and fresh bait are all working well. Go fishing, Captain Dave
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing from a boat in a coastal waterway.
    Fletcher L.
    Fletcher L.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2010
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Maycraft
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
For 4 people
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Star
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license
Fly fishing equipment
2 people can fly fish at the same time

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
No minimum age
No smoking
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
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:
 Cash
 Checks

What’s biting in Morehead City right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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