Fired Up Charters 

4.8/5 (104 reviews)
 300 Canal Drive, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States
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Are you looking for a quick trip to the prolific waters of Carolina Beach? Maybe you want to get the rest of your family as passionate about angling as you? Either way, a trip with Fired Up Charters is an answer to all your questions!

Join Captain John Brantley on his 42’ Carolina sport fisher, rigged with a 700 HP Detroit Diesel engine. She can easily fit 6 anglers on her large back deck or inside the spacious cabin. With a flybridge to spot fish from afar, a fighting chair, and a live bait well, the vessel is a full package.

There’s a private toilet on board, so you’ll be completely comfortable the whole time you’re fishing. Your captain will have top-of-the-line Shimano and Penn fishing gear ready for you, so you don’t have to worry about bringing your own equipment.

There’s a wide array of species you can target on your excursion with Capt. John. Spanish and King Mackerel are among the favorite catches, as well as Bonito, Bluefish, and Tuna in the offshore waters. Spanish Mackerel is especially abundant in the summer, while King Mackerel prefers colder fall days.

Most of these predators can be caught while trolling – the onboard outriggers come in handy here, as they allow for more lines in the water. Spinning for Mackerel on light tackle is great fun for children and adults alike.

Kids of all ages are more than welcome on board and Capt. John will provide life jackets in all sizes. Half day trips are great fun for kids because won’t get bored and they can hook their first fish ever.  All you need to bring are drinks, some food, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a cooler to take your catch home.

Head out to an exciting fishing jaunt with Fired Up Charters and check out what the waters of North Carolina have in store for you!

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Early bird

 In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago

FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $550 
Half Day Trip (AM)

 In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago

FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
Price for up to 6 people
US $700 
Half Day Trip (PM)

 Just booked! Last booked: 8 hours ago

FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
Price for up to 6 people
US $700 
6hour live bait
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,100 
All day trolling trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,400 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 104 reviews
Boat
4.7/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

89%

Appropriate for children

94%

Friendly captain

97%

Satisfied with the boat

96%

Recommend this charter

87%

Caught fish

91%

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Robert P.
Robert P.

The captain canceled

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Trip was supposed to happen on July 10, 2025

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Joe C.
Joe C.
5.0/5

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5.0/5

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5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

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Fun trip

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Half Day Trip (AM) on June 24, 2025

It was our first time fishing from a boat in the ocean and we had a great time. Everybody caught at least one fish. Captain and mate made everything easy, Cleaned our catch super fast and were friendly and knowledgeable

It was our first time fishing from a boat in the ocean and we had a great time. Everybody caught at least one fish. Captain and mate made everything easy, Cleaned our catch super fast and were friendly and knowledgeable  

 Joe C. recommends Fired Up Charters
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Phil C.
Phil C.
5.0/5

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5.0/5

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5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

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Easy and Fun

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Early bird on July 9, 2025

Captain and crew were friendly, responsive, and very knowledgeable

Captain and crew were friendly, responsive, and very knowledgeable  

 Phil C. recommends Fired Up Charters

Andrew B.
Andrew B.
5.0/5

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5.0/5

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5.0/5

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5.0/5

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July fishing trip

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Early bird on July 4, 2025

 

 Andrew B. recommends Fired Up Charters

ALLEN R.
ALLEN R.
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5.0/5

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Fishing with John

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Half Day Trip (AM) on May 3, 2025

 

 ALLEN R. recommends Fired Up Charters

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
1983
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Custom
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Detroit Diesel
Powered by
1 x 700HP
Max cruising speed
21 knots
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