Backdraft Sportfishing 

4.9
(42 reviews)
 Greate Road 1255, Gloucester Point, VA 23062, United States–

Backdraft Sportfishing 

Gloucester Point, VA, United States
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26 ft
5
4.9
(42 reviews)

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Go after the most sought-after inshore species the East Coast has to offer with Backdraft Sportfishing. Fish the legendary Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries to fill the boat with plenty of delicious fish to take home for dinner, and have plenty of fun while doing it!

Captain Devin Rilee will do everything he can to make your day as enjoyable and productive as possible. With over 20 years of experience fishing these rich waters, this local guide knows all the best fishing spots and the tricks of the trade to maximize your chance of maxing out your limit for the day.

Step aboard the 26' C Hawk center console and let the fun commence. Up to 4 guests are welcome aboard to make the most of the spacious deck and experience some of the best fishing on the East Coast. Bring your own drinks and snacks aboard and make yourself at home for the day.

Built with fishing in mind, she features a second station tower so the captain and his first mate can spot the fish , birds, bait etc..from miles away. Make use of the latest fishing gear as you bottom fish, or let the crew set up the outriggers to troll, and the possibilities are endless!

Head out to the Chesapeake Bays deeper waters and battle it out with monster Cobia, or fish the reefs alone the coast itself for a range of delicious fish. Red Drum, Flounder, Striped Bass, and Spadefish are just some of the beauties on offer that are sure to whet your appetite! Put your angling skills to the test and land plenty of fish to fill the freezer for weeks to come.

At the end of the day, the crew will clean and fillet your catch so you'll be good to cook it up right away. Capt. Devin can even pick you up within a 10-mile radius, so get in touch and let him know where you are and you'll be looked after from start to finish. Bring the whole family aboard Backdraft Sportfishing and make the most of one of the world's best fisheries!

Go after the most sought-after inshore species the East Coast has to offer with Backdraft Sportfishing. Fish the legendary Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries to fill the boat with plenty of delicious fish to take home for dinner, and have plenty of fun while doing it!

Captain Devin Rilee will do everything he can to make your day as enjoyable and productive as possible. With over 20 years of experience fishing these rich waters, this local guide knows all the best fishing spots and the tricks of the trade to maximize your chance of maxing out your limit for the day.

Step aboard the 26' C Hawk center console and let the fun commence. Up to 4 guests are welcome aboard to make the most of the spacious deck and experience some of the best fishing on the East Coast. Bring your own drinks and snacks aboard and make yourself at home for the day.

Built with fishing in mind, she features a second station tower so the captain and his first mate can spot the fish , birds, bait etc..from miles away. Make use of the latest fishing gear as you bottom fish, or let the crew set up the outriggers to troll, and the possibilities are endless!

Head out to the Chesapeake Bays deeper waters and battle it out with monster Cobia, or fish the reefs alone the coast itself for a range of delicious fish. Red Drum, Flounder, Striped Bass, and Spadefish are just some of the beauties on offer that are sure to whet your appetite! Put your angling skills to the test and land plenty of fish to fill the freezer for weeks to come.

At the end of the day, the crew will clean and fillet your catch so you'll be good to cook it up right away. Capt. Devin can even pick you up within a 10-mile radius, so get in touch and let him know where you are and you'll be looked after from start to finish. Bring the whole family aboard Backdraft Sportfishing and make the most of one of the world's best fisheries!

Devin Rilee
Captain
Devin Rilee
7 years of experience
responds within an hour

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November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day(AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
US $750
Entire boat: up to 5 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
US $850
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Dec 31
US $950
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Extended Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Dec 31
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 5 people

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Rating

4.9
42 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (44)

What anglers say

81%
Recommended

Reviews (42)

  • Louis Parham
    Louis Parham
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Birthday Fishing Trip for my 8yo Son

    Full Day Trip on June 23, 2026 • 5 adults • 3 children

    The weather didn't cooperate and cut our trip short but not before we had a 44-in cobia and three Spanish mackerel in the box. The captain and the mate were awesome, great communicators, and went out of their way to make sure my boys had a great time. It was a complete and total success because the birthday boy really wanted to catch a Cobia and we checked that box early. the captain offered to take us out again for a morning to make up for the missed afternoon due to the weather, so I could not be more satisfied with the level of service. I highly recommend Backdraft Sportfishing.

  • Patrick Cooper
    Patrick Cooper
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great half day on the Chesapeake!

    Half Day(AM) on July 20, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Captain Devin and mate Chase were great! they put in the effort to get us on fish and our whole crew had an amazing half day on the water. our group ages ranged from 9 to 73 years old and we all had lots of fun catching spanish mackerel and a big cobia!

  • Dennis Kaminsky
    Dennis Kaminsky
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    Half Day(AM) on July 10, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Devin was very knowledgeable and accommodating to make the most of our half day on the water.

  • Chris Gant
    Chris Gant
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    great time with the kids

    Full Day Trip on July 5, 2026 • 4 adults • 3 children

    caught lots of fish including 3 monsters. caught the largest mackerel the deck hnd had ever seen.

  • Aaron Meints
    Aaron Meints
    Repeat angler
    us
    Nebraska, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    June fishing trip

    3/4 Day Trip on June 20, 2025 • 4 adults • 1 child

    Captain and his mate were awesome! It was a slow day and all the boats were struggling, but they put us on fish and we had a great time!

  • Brian Kamits
    Brian Kamits
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    Full Day Trip on July 24, 2025 • 2 adults
  • John Atherton
    John Atherton
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic trip

    Full Day Trip on August 27, 2024 • 2 adults

    Captain and crew were fantastic They worked nonstop Caught our cobia limit to bring home plus several releases Would highly recommend

  • Blake Wyant
    Blake Wyant
    Repeat angler
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2021
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day Cobia - opening day

    Half Day(AM) on June 15, 2022 • 4 adults

    Had a great time with Devin Cobia fishing. They took care of everything and handed us the rod ready to fight them in. We were all pretty inexperienced with this type of fishing but they coached us through and we had a great time. Definitely recommend and will use them whenever see are in the area.

  • Timothy Case
    Timothy Case
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2019
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Full Day Trip

    Full Day Trip on September 10, 2020 • 2 adults

    My brother and I booked a full day trip with Backdraft. Awesome time. Captain Devin helped in advance of the trip monitoring the weather and adjusting plans accordingly to make the trip happen. The boat is really nice, plenty of room. These guys know their stuff and will go the extra mile to help you get the fish you crave. We were fishing for Cobia and though we caught a ton throughout the day, most didn't met the regulations as keepers, but they were determined to make sure we both brought one in to take home so we hit every spot on the way in spending a little extra time with success! Thanks to Backdraft for a great time!

  • Laurence (Larry) Parker
    Laurence (Larry) Parker
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    3/4 day with Devin and Brice

    3/4 Day Trip on August 11, 2023 • 2 adults

    49” Cobia, 53” Cobia and 30 Mackerel. Fantastic day with a great crew from Backdraft

FAQs about Backdraft Sportfishing

Backdraft Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $750 per group - Half Day(AM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - Extended Full Day Trip (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Backdraft Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Backdraft Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Prepared before the trip)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish is cleaned by the mate and this is part of his gratuity. Please tip accordingly. )
  • First mate (20% is customary and there will always be a mate on the boat to ensure a smooth transition from one species to another and keeping the boat clean and free of any hazards. And assist the customer landing the fish by tips and pointers along the way.)
  • Fishing license (Licenses are included and cover all guests on board the boat. )
Backdraft Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (N/A)
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (10-30 miles)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Backdraft Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Backdraft Sportfishing include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cobia
  • Dogfish
  • Flounder
  • Ray
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spadefish
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Devin Rilee
Devin Rilee
Gloucester Point, Virginia, United States
1 Fishing Report
42 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2019
A native to Hayes, VA, Captain Devin has been fishing these waters his whole life. An avid angler to this day, he competes in tournaments all over the country and has plenty of titles to his name from the East Coast to Florida. He hopes to share his passion with you, teaching you the most effective skills to land the fish of your dreams and sending you home with a smile on your face.
Devin Rilee
Devin Rilee
1
reports
42
reviews
2019
member since
~1h
response
A native to Hayes, VA, Captain Devin has been fishing these waters his whole life. An avid angler to this day, he competes in tournaments all over the country and has plenty of titles to his name from the East Coast to Florida. He hopes to share his passion with you, teaching you the most effective skills to land the fish of your dreams and sending you home with a smile on your face.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Dogfish
Dogfish
Flounder
Flounder
Ray
Ray
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spadefish
Spadefish
Tripletail
Tripletail
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Dogfish
Dogfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Adult angler holding a large barracuda aboard a center-console fishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Patrick C.
    Patrick C.
    Captain Devin and mate Chase were great! they put in the effort to get us on fish and our whole crew had an amazing half day on the water. our group ages ranged from 9 to 73 years old and we all had lots of fun catching spanish mackerel and a big cobia!
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large cobia aboard a fishing boat offshore, with rods and open water in the background.
    Dennis K.
    Dennis K.
    Captain Devin was very knowledgeable and accommodating to make the most of our half day on the water.
  • Two large fish displayed on a wooden dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip. The environment suggests a coastal area, with various footwear visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Spanish Mackerel
    Chris G.
    Chris G.
    caught lots of fish including 3 monsters. caught the largest mackerel the deck hnd had ever seen.
  • Three young anglers proudly displaying a large fish on a boat during a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Louis P.
    Louis P.
    The weather didn't cooperate and cut our trip short but not before we had a 44-in cobia and three Spanish mackerel in the box. The captain and the mate were awesome, great communicators, and went out of their way to make sure my boys had a great time. It was a complete and total success because the birthday boy really wanted to catch a Cobia and we checked that box early. the captain offered to take us out again for a morning to make up for the missed afternoon due to the weather, so I could not be more satisfied with the level of service. I highly recommend Backdraft Sportfishing.
  • An angler proudly displaying a Flounder while fishing near a pier on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Flounder
    Brian K.
    Brian K.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Blacktip Shark aboard a fishing boat in clear waters.
    Aaron M.
    Aaron M.
    Captain and his mate were awesome! It was a slow day and all the boats were struggling, but they put us on fish and we had a great time!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Cobia while fishing on a sunny day in open waters.
    John A.
    John A.
    Captain and crew were fantastic They worked nonstop Caught our cobia limit to bring home plus several releases Would highly recommend
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Cobia while fishing offshore, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Goliath Grouper
    Yesterday we fished the lower Chesapeake Bay , targeting Cobia . Landed 7 had several over 50” and one 50-55lbs. Its been an awesome week here and the mackeral bite is picking up as well
  • Two anglers aboard a center-console boat proudly holding large barracuda in open ocean waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Laurence (Larry) P.
    Laurence (Larry) P.
    49” Cobia, 53” Cobia and 30 Mackerel. Fantastic day with a great crew from Backdraft
  • Adult angler holding a large barracuda-like saltwater fish aboard a center-console boat on calm open water.
    Blake W.
    Blake W.
    Had a great time with Devin Cobia fishing. They took care of everything and handed us the rod ready to fight them in. We were all pretty inexperienced with this type of fishing but they coached us through and we had a great time. Definitely recommend and will use them whenever see are in the area.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
C Hawk
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Honda
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
38 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

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

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Outriggers
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Prepared before the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish is cleaned by the mate and this is part of his gratuity. Please tip accordingly.
First mate
20% is customary and there will always be a mate on the boat to ensure a smooth transition from one species to another and keeping the boat clean and free of any hazards. And assist the customer landing the fish by tips and pointers along the way.
Fishing license
Licenses are included and cover all guests on board the boat.

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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
Must be at least 5 years old
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
 Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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