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)

1418 Airlie Road

Wilmington, NC, United States

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Trips & prices What's included Targeted species Boat info Reviews Contact captain

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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5.0

122 reviews

119

5.0

Boat & equipment

5.0

Captain & crew

5.0

Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

100%

Great experience

99%

Family friendly

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Good boat

98%

Recommended

96%

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Jack Neef

5.0

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Great boat excellent captain.

4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 21, 2025 • 3 adults

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

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Matt Gocke

5.0

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What a trip with Captain Ben!

4 Hour Trip (PM) on May 29, 2025 • 4 adults

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!!

Alivia Rivera

5.0

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Unparalleled experience

4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 3, 2025 • 2 adults

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 Perez

5.0

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Awesome Experience

8 hour Trip on March 28, 2025 • 4 adults

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 Drumm

5.0

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This is the one!!

8 hour Trip on September 6, 2025 • 4 adults

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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4 Hour Trip (AM)

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4 Hour Trip

starts at 6:15 AM

US $500