Southern Run Fishing Charters 

5.0/5 (122 reviews)
 1418 Airlie Road, Wilmington, NC 28403, United States

Southern Run Fishing Charters 

5.0/5 (122 reviews)
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1418 Airlie Road
Wilmington, NC, United States

Have a fun and memorable experience with a great crew aboard Southern Run Fishing Charters! You won’t know where to head first when it comes to fishing in Willmington, but Captain Ben Morris specializes in epic offshore adventures. He’ll do his best to put anglers of all skill levels on the big fish!

Your vessel for the day is a 32' Yellowfin center console that can fit up to 6, but for comfort reasons the ideal is 4 customers. She’s a dry, fast and very comfortable boat with great seating and plenty of room to relax during a long day of fishing. Equipped with 2 300 HP Yamaha engines, this smooth ride will get you to the fish fast, increasing your fishing time and productivity.

Light line trolling is a recipe for success when it comes to hooking nearshore species like Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, and Bonita. On longer offshore trips you'll also have your shot at Wahoo, Blackfin Tuna, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi and the occasional Blue or White Marlin. In this range, bottom fishing for Grouper, Snapper, and delicious Seabass is super productive too! No bottom fishing for groups larger than 4.

All of your gear, including top-notch rods, reels, and tackle are waiting on board when you arrive. Capt. Ben is also happy to clean and fillet your catch at the end of the trip for easy transport home. What you will want to bring are any drinks and snacks you’d like to enjoy, as well as sun protection.

Hop on board for some of North Carolina’s finest fishing with Southern Run Fishing Charters!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 122 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (143)

Unparalleled experience
Unparalleled experience
Unparalleled experience
+140

Angler rating

119
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

96%

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Showing: 5 of 122 reviews
Jack N.
Jack N.
5.0/5

Jun 21, 2025

4 Hour Trip (PM)

Great boat excellent captain.

VERIFIED

Where to start, the boat is excellent big and very stable. We had no issue cruising at 30 knots to the near shore fishing spot 5 miles from shore. Fishing trip went well with a very lucky near shore Mahi Mahi which I’m told was quite rare. Hooked up to several Spanish Mackerel and one spinner shark that got away at the surface. The marina was easy to locate and free parking plus lots of good restaurants nearby for after. All in all best bang for the buck fishing I’ve done ever with excellent pictures and a few meals worth of mahi mahi to show for it. There’s a reason all his reviews are 5 stars and this is one more

Where to start, the boat is excellent big and very stable. We had no issue cruising at 30 knots to the near shore fishing spot...  

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Matt G.
Matt G.
5.0/5

May 29, 2025

4 Hour Trip (PM)

What a trip with Captain Ben!

VERIFIED

Me and my three fishing buddy’s enjoyed a fabulous trip yesterday with Capt Ben. Boat was fully loaded and on time to head out of WBNC to deep blue sea. Within 30minutes we had Gag Groupers on the boat!! He knew his spots and tough us new catching techniques that delivered! He knew when to move and was open to all our questions.. We caught over 2 dozen fish! Limited out on Grouper and caught over 6 different species of fish. Red Snapper, King Mackerel, Bonita, Sea Bass and more… The 32ft Yellow Fin with twin 350hp Yamaha’s ran so well and was perfect for our crew! Highly recommend Capt Ben if your looking to catch fish and have a great time fishing WBNC!!

Me and my three fishing buddy’s enjoyed a fabulous trip yesterday with Capt Ben. Boat was fully loaded and on time to head out...  

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Alivia R.
Alivia R.
5.0/5

Sep 3, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Unparalleled experience

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My husband and I have been on many fishing trips and this by far was the best when it came to hospitality and diversity. We did three different kinds of fishing. We also learned how to kite fish. Captain Morris was helpful and actually took the time to explain and showed extreme patience. Highly recommend. Thank you.

My husband and I have been on many fishing trips and this by far was the best when it came to hospitality and diversity. We did...  

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Robert P.
Robert P.
5.0/5

Mar 28, 2025

8 hour Trip

Awesome Experience

VERIFIED

Been fishing for 40 years. Hands down one of the best charters I have been on. Captain was extremely respectful and professional in every way. We caught a variety of species while bottom fishing. Sea bass, porgy, flounder, red snapper, grouper. 8 hour trip was worth it. My only regret is I actually don't live in North Carolina to be able to go more often. Highly recommend.

Been fishing for 40 years. Hands down one of the best charters I have been on. Captain was extremely respectful and professional...  

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Terry D.
Terry D.
5.0/5

Sep 6, 2025

8 hour Trip

This is the one!!

VERIFIED
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I was impressed! I have been on a few fishing trips this was by far the best! Captian Ben was very personable, and knowledgeable he worked hard to get us on fish, his boat and equipment was excellent.

I was impressed! I have been on a few fishing trips this was by far the best! Captian Ben was very personable, and knowledgeable...  

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Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip (AM)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:15 AM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip (PM)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 hour Trip
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8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
12 Hour Bottom Trip
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12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,500 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
12 Hour Gulfstream Trolling
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
12 Hour Trip, starts at 4:45 AM
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US $1,900 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 122 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (143)

Unparalleled experience
Unparalleled experience
Unparalleled experience
+140

Angler rating

119
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

96%

Showing 1 - 5 of 122 reviews
Showing: 5 of 122 reviews
Jack N.
Jack N.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great boat excellent captain.

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 21, 2025

Where to start, the boat is excellent big and very stable. We had no issue cruising at 30 knots to the near shore fishing spot 5 miles from shore. Fishing trip went well with a very lucky near shore Mahi Mahi which I’m told was quite rare. Hooked up to several Spanish Mackerel and one spinner shark that got away at the surface. The marina was easy to locate and free parking plus lots of good restaurants nearby for after. All in all best bang for the buck fishing I’ve done ever with excellent pictures and a few meals worth of mahi mahi to show for it. There’s a reason all his reviews are 5 stars and this is one more

Where to start, the boat is excellent big and very stable. We had no issue cruising at 30 knots to the near shore fishing spot 5 miles from shore. Fishing trip went well with a very lucky near shore Mahi Mahi which I’m told was quite rare. Hooked up to several Spanish Mackerel and one spinner shark that got away at the surface. The marina was easy to locate and free parking plus lots of good restaurants nearby for after. All in all best bang for the buck fishing I’ve done ever with excellent...  

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Matt G.
Matt G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

What a trip with Captain Ben!

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (PM) on May 29, 2025

Me and my three fishing buddy’s enjoyed a fabulous trip yesterday with Capt Ben. Boat was fully loaded and on time to head out of WBNC to deep blue sea. Within 30minutes we had Gag Groupers on the boat!! He knew his spots and tough us new catching techniques that delivered! He knew when to move and was open to all our questions.. We caught over 2 dozen fish! Limited out on Grouper and caught over 6 different species of fish. Red Snapper, King Mackerel, Bonita, Sea Bass and more… The 32ft Yellow Fin with twin 350hp Yamaha’s ran so well and was perfect for our crew! Highly recommend Capt Ben if your looking to catch fish and have a great time fishing WBNC!!

Me and my three fishing buddy’s enjoyed a fabulous trip yesterday with Capt Ben. Boat was fully loaded and on time to head out of WBNC to deep blue sea. Within 30minutes we had Gag Groupers on the boat!! He knew his spots and tough us new catching techniques that delivered! He knew when to move and was open to all our questions.. We caught over 2 dozen fish! Limited out on Grouper and caught over 6 different species of fish. Red Snapper, King Mackerel, Bonita, Sea Bass and more… The 32ft Yellow...  

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Alivia R.
Alivia R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Unparalleled experience

VERIFIED
NEW

4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 3, 2025

My husband and I have been on many fishing trips and this by far was the best when it came to hospitality and diversity. We did three different kinds of fishing. We also learned how to kite fish. Captain Morris was helpful and actually took the time to explain and showed extreme patience. Highly recommend. Thank you.

My husband and I have been on many fishing trips and this by far was the best when it came to hospitality and diversity. We did three different kinds of fishing. We also learned how to kite fish. Captain Morris was helpful and actually took the time to explain and showed extreme patience. Highly recommend. Thank you.  

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Robert P.
Robert P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome Experience

VERIFIED

8 hour Trip on March 28, 2025

Been fishing for 40 years. Hands down one of the best charters I have been on. Captain was extremely respectful and professional in every way. We caught a variety of species while bottom fishing. Sea bass, porgy, flounder, red snapper, grouper. 8 hour trip was worth it. My only regret is I actually don't live in North Carolina to be able to go more often. Highly recommend.

Been fishing for 40 years. Hands down one of the best charters I have been on. Captain was extremely respectful and professional in every way. We caught a variety of species while bottom fishing. Sea bass, porgy, flounder, red snapper, grouper. 8 hour trip was worth it. My only regret is I actually don't live in North Carolina to be able to go more often. Highly recommend.  

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Terry D.
Terry D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

This is the one!!

VERIFIED
NEW

8 hour Trip on September 6, 2025

I was impressed! I have been on a few fishing trips this was by far the best! Captian Ben was very personable, and knowledgeable he worked hard to get us on fish, his boat and equipment was excellent.

I was impressed! I have been on a few fishing trips this was by far the best! Captian Ben was very personable, and knowledgeable he worked hard to get us on fish, his boat and equipment was excellent.  

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FAQs about Southern Run Fishing Charters

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
32 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Yellowfin
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots
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