Black Dog Fishing Charters 

4.8/5 (398 reviews)
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 US Highway 278 35, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926, United States

Black Dog Fishing Charters 

Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
28 ft
6
4.8/5 (398 reviews)

Looking for an exciting, family-friendly day out on board a charter that has a high percentage of fish catching and a fluffy, four-legged first mate that comes along the 2-3 hour trips! Come on down to Hilton Head Island and climb aboard Black Dog Fishing Charters for the adventure of a lifetime!

Captain Jon Everetts is the man behind the helm of the 'Black Dog,' a 28' Master Marine center console that's named after his trusty labradoodle, Tinker, Both Capt. and Tinker share a love of fishing and being out on the water. Together, this dynamic duo provides a variety of angling adventures that are suitable for guests of all ages and skill levels.

If you're a brand new angler or are traveling with little ones, Capt. Jon runs a range of short, exciting trips that'll introduce you to these waters. He'll also happily show you the ropes and get you set up with your gear. Capt. Jon's newbie-friendly adventures aren't boring, either – he'll have you battling the most notorious species of all, the Shark! With his guidance, even children can try to land one of these beasts.

If you're a more experienced angler, Capt. Jon recommends joining him for a longer trip, where you'll get the chance to head further out onto the Atlantic to target tasty table fare and hard-fighting game fish. Bottom fish seriously deep waters for Grouper, Snapper, Cobia, huge Bluefin Tuna, and plenty more. You can mix this up with some Shark fishing action, too.

On board Capt. Jon's vessel, you'll find top-of-the-line navigational gear, life jackets for all ages, and top-quality rods and reels. Your fishing license will be provided for you and, depending on what you reel in, your captain will also clean and fillet your catch for you.

Best of all, you have the option of being joined by Tinker on your 2-3hr trip – if you'd like this furry first mate to come along for the ride, just let your captain know. All that's left is to come aboard Black Dog Fishing Charters for a truly unforgettable adventure!

Looking for an exciting, family-friendly day out on board a charter that has a high percentage of fish catching and a fluffy, four-legged first mate that comes along the 2-3 hour trips! Come on down to Hilton Head Island and climb aboard Black Dog Fishing Charters for the adventure of a lifetime!

Captain Jon Everetts is the man behind the helm of the 'Black Dog,' a 28' Master Marine center console that's named after his trusty labradoodle, Tinker, Both Capt. and Tinker share a love of fishing and being out on the water. Together, this dynamic duo provides a variety of angling adventures that are suitable for guests of all ages and skill levels.

If you're a brand new angler or are traveling with little ones, Capt. Jon runs a range of short, exciting trips that'll introduce you to these waters. He'll also happily show you the ropes and get you set up with your gear. Capt. Jon's newbie-friendly adventures aren't boring, either – he'll have you battling the most notorious species of all, the Shark! With his guidance, even children can try to land one of these beasts.

If you're a more experienced angler, Capt. Jon recommends joining him for a longer trip, where you'll get the chance to head further out onto the Atlantic to target tasty table fare and hard-fighting game fish. Bottom fish seriously deep waters for Grouper, Snapper, Cobia, huge Bluefin Tuna, and plenty more. You can mix this up with some Shark fishing action, too.

On board Capt. Jon's vessel, you'll find top-of-the-line navigational gear, life jackets for all ages, and top-quality rods and reels. Your fishing license will be provided for you and, depending on what you reel in, your captain will also clean and fillet your catch for you.

Best of all, you have the option of being joined by Tinker on your 2-3hr trip – if you'd like this furry first mate to come along for the ride, just let your captain know. All that's left is to come aboard Black Dog Fishing Charters for a truly unforgettable adventure!

Jon Everetts
Captain
Jon Everetts
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Trip availability and prices

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2 Hr – Shark Fishing Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 5:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3 Hr – Shark Fishing Inshore
Just booked! Last booked: 5 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (7:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+6
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Near Shore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:30 AM, 1:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Seabass (Black)
+4
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Near Shore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Deep Sea (MAX 4 ppl)
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Deep Sea (4ppl max)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+8
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 21 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
398 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (576)

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (398)

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Tony Panega
Tony Panega
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Captan Jon Delivers
Near Shore on May 30, 20266 adults

We had an outstanding day on the water with Captain Jon. There were five of us, and from start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. The boat was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, making for a great experience before we even dropped a line in the water. Captain Jon worked hard all day to put us on fish. He was upfront that the Spanish mackerel hadn't really arrived yet, but we gave it a shot and managed to catch one. When it became clear the bite wasn't where he wanted it to be, he quickly adjusted the plan and took us shark fishing—and that's when the action really started. We caught several different species of sharks, including two massive 60-inch blacktips that put up incredible fights and made for some unforgettable memories. It was obvious that Jon knew exactly where to go and what to do to keep us on fish. As a bonus, Captain Jon filleted some of the shark for us, and we cooked it back at our Airbnb that evening. It was absolutely delicious and a perfect way to cap off an amazing day. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, hardworking captain who is focused on making sure his guests have a great experience, we highly recommend Captain Jon. We'll definitely be booking another trip with him the next time we're back in Hilton Head!

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Blacktip Shark
Jon Everetts
Response from Captain

Thank you Tony! really loved having yall fish with me!

Kolton Heckman
Kolton Heckman
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
5 foot black tip adventure
Near Shore - 1:30 PM on May 23, 20263 adults

the trip was a great time overall for my brother and dad. Originally went off shore to attempt trolling without much out there that day unfortunately (thats how fishing goes). The captain mentioned going back closer to shore and go shark fishing instead could be more sucessful and oh man he was right! not long after casting out some lines my brother got hooked onto a nice 5 foot black tip! it was a great fight and plans to be mounted in the future to remember that day! though I didnt catch anything between spending time with brother/dad and my brother snagging that large shark it was more than i could ever ask for!

Reported catch:
Blacktip Shark
Tim Berry
Tim Berry
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Excellent captain
3 Hr – Shark Fishing Inshore - 10:30 AM on March 31, 20264 adults2 children

We just got off our charter today, Captain Jon was great and he brought his dog Tinker along with, too. Tinker is a great first mate, he kept the kids entertained while the fish werent biting. It was a little early in the season still, which I knew prior to getting in the boat, so we went jnto the day not expecting much. After a slow start we got a trout, then about 30 mins later some whiting got under us and we caught a handful of them and then a sting ray got away just as it got to thr surface. Towards the end of the trip, we got a little Bull Shark - absolutely made the kids day! highly recommend, and we will be reaching out to Capt. Jon again next time we’re in the area.

Reported catch:
Bull Shark
Jon Everetts
Response from Captain

you da man! Pleasure was mine! Thank you Tim!

Emily Smith
Emily Smith
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Lots of sharks
3 Hr – Shark Fishing Inshore - 7:30 AM on July 10, 20264 adults

Really enjoyable outing. Relaxed and fun morning; captain Jon was knowledgeable and friendly, coaching us through reeling in the fish and how to handle the lines. Tinker the dog is awesome! Jon was also super responsive to messages. We all had a great time

Jon Everetts
Response from Captain

I must have enjoyed having y’all fish with me as well because it only seemed like a 1 hour trip not 3 lol thank you thank you thank you!

Jonathan Felger
Jonathan Felger
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
A+ for Captain Jon and A+ Tinker first mate
3 Hr – Shark Fishing Inshore - 7:30 AM on July 23, 20262 adults

Everything went great and enjoyed the conversations between catches. Thank you both Capt Jon and Tinker. In a couple of hours: 3 sharks, 1 ray, and we contributed a bait catch of a white fish. Awesome pictures and fish friendly. All the Best!

Reported catch:
Blacktip Shark
Bull Shark
Lemon Shark

FAQs about Black Dog Fishing Charters

Black Dog Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hr – Shark Fishing Inshore (2 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hr – Shark Fishing Inshore - 1:30 PM (2 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hr – Shark Fishing Inshore - 10:30 AM (2 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hr – Shark Fishing Inshore - 8:30 AM (2 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hr – Shark Fishing Inshore (3 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hr – Shark Fishing Inshore - 1:30 PM (3 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hr – Shark Fishing Inshore - 10:30 AM (3 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hr – Shark Fishing Inshore - 7:30 AM (3 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Near Shore (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Near Shore - 1:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Near Shore (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Deep Sea (MAX 4 ppl) (6 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - Deep Sea (4ppl max) (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Black Dog Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Black Dog Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license (6 hr or more for best chance eating fish.)
Black Dog Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Black Dog Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Bowfishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Black Dog Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Lemon)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel

Your captain

Jon Everetts
Jon Everetts
Jon Everetts

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States

7 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
398 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2019
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain Jon Everetts is a local, lifelong fishing fanatic who has been testing his angling skills on this island for over 48 years and has been fishing professionally for over 35 years. It's safe to say he has a real passion for the sport! His favorite part of the job, besides fishing itself, is meeting new people and introducing them to this fantastic fishery, as well as swapping stories and incredible angling tales. His other passion in life is his dog, Tinker - he named his charter after him! If you're a dog lover as well as a fishing fanatic, Tinker can accompany you on your adventure on the 2 and 3 hour shark trips by request only. just message me . With such a friendly, experienced captain and first mate on board, you know your trip with Black Dog Fishing Charters will be one you'll remember for a lifetime! 4 hour or more charters is required to fish for eating fish. Max of 4 people is recommended for the 5+ hour trips. If you punch in CC Haigh Jr Boat Landing on gps, it should take you right to the pick up spot. right between the 2 bridges to HHI.

7 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
398 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2019
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain Jon Everetts is a local, lifelong fishing fanatic who has been testing his angling skills on this island for over 48 years and has been fishing professionally for over 35 years. It's safe to say he has a real passion for the sport! His favorite part of the job, besides fishing itself, is meeting new people and introducing them to this fantastic fishery, as well as swapping stories and incredible angling tales. His other passion in life is his dog, Tinker - he named his charter after him! If you're a dog lover as well as a fishing fanatic, Tinker can accompany you on your adventure on the 2 and 3 hour shark trips by request only. just message me . With such a friendly, experienced captain and first mate on board, you know your trip with Black Dog Fishing Charters will be one you'll remember for a lifetime! 4 hour or more charters is required to fish for eating fish. Max of 4 people is recommended for the 5+ hour trips. If you punch in CC Haigh Jr Boat Landing on gps, it should take you right to the pick up spot. right between the 2 bridges to HHI.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Lemon Shark
Lemon Shark
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
1981
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Master Marine
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Bowfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license
6 hr or more for best chance eating fish.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
All ages
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Hilton Head Island right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bull)Shark (Bull)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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