Grassy Sound Charters
Veteran owned
+40***Topsail's Top Choice 2024 - 1st Place Favorite Fishing Charter & 2nd Place Non-Fishing Boat Charter!***
Grassy Sound Charters is an award winning charter service based in Hampstead, NC and serves Topsail Island (North Topsail & Topsail Beach), Surf City, Sneads Ferry, and Wrightsville Beach. We are convenient to the Greater Wilmington area and only 25 minutes from the ILM airport.
The USCG Veteran crew is amongst the safest and most professional that you will find in the industry. We will do our very best to make sure you have a safe, enjoyable, and productive time on the water. This includes 3 to 10-hour trips, mainly fishing for Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Snapper, Grouper, Seabass, Mahi-Mahi, Tuna and Wahoo depending on the season and conditions on the day. Our qualifications, experience and knowledge are far reaching and what makes us a truly professional operation.
You will be riding on a 31’ Cape Horn center console boat that can comfortably take up to 6 persons. It is fast, dry, comfortable, and a head-turner! Whether you are looking for a laid-back trip on the coast or a hardcore fishing adventure offshore, this is the charter you have been looking for!
All rods, reels, terminal tackle, bait, and fishing licenses are included in the price so you can focus on enjoying yourself. Fish cleaning service is available after your trip. Be sure to bring an adequately sized cooler and account for the added time it will take to clean your catch.
A Mate will accompany all fishing charters and works for tips. 20% of the total trip price is customary.
No glass bottles aboard the vessel.
Please contact the Captain directly before booking if you have questions about the rate, availability, or have special considerations.
Licensed, insured, state and federally permitted.
Book your trip now and hit the water with Grassy Sound Charters!
Captain
Anthony Procida
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In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (91)
+88Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
94%
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Fantastic crew
Family Trip (PM) on June 8, 2025
I cannot say enough about Captain Anthony. We went with four kids and the Captain was very focused on making sure they were getting everything they could out of the trip. That kind of care and joy for sharing the experience of fishing are qualities that we love about fishing and it was great to find it here.
I cannot say enough about Captain Anthony. We went with four kids and the Captain was very focused on making sure they were getting everything they could out of the trip. That kind of care and joy for sharing the experience of fishing are qualities that we love about fishing and it was great to find it here.
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Awesome experience
Family Trip (AM) on May 22, 2025
My family and I had a great day on the water with Grassy Sounds Charter… I would highly recommend this Captain. Excellent equipment, very friendly and knowledgeable. Truly, a great experience.. we will be back!!
My family and I had a great day on the water with Grassy Sounds Charter… I would highly recommend this Captain. Excellent equipment, very friendly and knowledgeable. Truly, a great experience.. we will be back!!
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Good Trip
Offshore - 3/4 Day on June 7, 2025
Good trip. Didn’t catch any large one which we were hoping for but that’s why it’s fishing not catching. Captain put us on some sea bass and trigger fish. Had a great time.
Good trip. Didn’t catch any large one which we were hoping for but that’s why it’s fishing not catching. Captain put us on some sea bass and trigger fish. Had a great time.
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Beautiful d on the water
Nearshore - Half Day (PM) on May 15, 2025
Captain Anthony the best! He and Sofia were great! He put us on fish and we had a wonderful time. Very informative and knowledgeable. Will book again in the summer.
Captain Anthony the best! He and Sofia were great! He put us on fish and we had a wonderful time. Very informative and knowledgeable. Will book again in the summer.
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Outstanding crew and great day fishing !
Offshore - Full Day on February 18, 2025
Captain Anthony and First mate Matt provided a great day of fishing for myself, my son and my nephew. The Captains knowledge, skill and experience are evident… as we all limited out ! Highly recommend. Thank you for giving these boys a great experience. We will see you again.
Captain Anthony and First mate Matt provided a great day of fishing for myself, my son and my nephew. The Captains knowledge, skill and experience are evident… as we all limited out ! Highly recommend. Thank you for giving these boys a great experience. We will see you again.
FAQs about Grassy Sound Charters
What are the trip rates for Grassy Sound Charters?
Grassy Sound Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $690 per group - Nearshore - Half Day (AM) (4 hours)
- US $690 per group - Nearshore - Half Day (PM) (4 hours)
- US $990 per group - Offshore - 3/4 Day (6 hours)
- US $1,390 per group - Offshore - Full Day (8 hours)
- US $1,800 per group - Gulf Stream - Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna (10 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Grassy Sound Charters?
When you book a trip with Grassy Sound Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet Sanitized Porta-Potty
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Outriggers
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Grassy Sound Charters?
Trips booked with Grassy Sound Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait (Fishing for live bait may be part of the trip but will only be performed if it is readily available and can be caught within a reasonable amount of time and a short distance from our intended transit. We will not waste quality fishing time on a scavenger )
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and filleting service is included in the trip price and is completed at the dock. )
- First Mate (Mate tip not included in price )
- Fishing License (The boat is covered by a Blanket North Carolina Coastal Recreational Fishing License, which covers up to 6 guests. Additionally, the boat has Federal Fisheries Permits for Billfish, Tuna, Dolphin (Mahi), Wahoo, Snapper, and Grouper. So that's to say that )
What types of fishing does Grassy Sound Charters offer?
Grassy Sound Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing (We run up to 3 nautical miles on our 3 hour trips, 5 nautical miles on our 4 hour trips, 20 nautical miles on our 6 hour trips, 40 nautical miles on our 8 hour trips, and 60 nautical miles on our Gulfstream trips. Your total distance offshore of the neare)
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Grassy Sound Charters offer?
Grassy Sound Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Fly Fishing
- Drift Fishing
- Handline
- Spearfishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Grassy Sound Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Grassy Sound Charters include:
- Amberjack
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Flounder
- Grouper (Gag)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Sailfish
- Seabass (Black)
- Snapper (Vermilion)
- Spanish Mackerel
- Tuna (Blackfin)
- Tuna (Bluefin)
- Wahoo
Your captain
Hampstead, North Carolina, United States
My love for the ocean was born on Grassy Sound Channel. My earliest memories were walking out the back door of the "minnow shack," and down a 100 yard pier to board my Grandfather's Penn Yan boat for a flounder trip. This passion led me to a degree in Marine Biology, and a career in the United States Coast Guard. I greatly enjoy helping others make lifelong memories on the water. Whether it is catching lots of fish, seeing turtles and dolphins, or just simply enjoying time out on the water, I strive to provide a safe and enjoyable way to do so! Personally, I enjoy getting offshore and fishing for Mahi and Wahoo. There is nothing like finding the right water conditions after doing your homework and then capitalizing on the bite! Great times have been had bailing Mahi off a weed line and hearing the unforgettable sound of a drag screaming while on the troll!
Anthony P.
Captain
Sophia V.
First mate
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
We run up to 3 nautical miles on our 3 hour trips, 5 nautical miles on our 4 hour trips, 20 nautical miles on our 6 hour trips, 40 nautical miles on our 8 hour trips, and 60 nautical miles on our Gulfstream trips. Your total distance offshore of the neare
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Handline
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
Sanitized Porta-Potty
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Ice Box
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Fishing for live bait may be part of the trip but will only be performed if it is readily available and can be caught within a reasonable amount of time and a short distance from our intended transit. We will not waste quality fishing time on a scavenger
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and filleting service is included in the trip price and is completed at the dock.
First Mate
Mate tip not included in price
Fishing License
The boat is covered by a Blanket North Carolina Coastal Recreational Fishing License, which covers up to 6 guests. Additionally, the boat has Federal Fisheries Permits for Billfish, Tuna, Dolphin (Mahi), Wahoo, Snapper, and Grouper. So that's to say that
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup included in price
Child Friendly
Children of all ages are welcome onboard our 3 hour and 4 hour Nearshore Trips. Please contact us directly before booking a 6 hour trip or greater for children under 10 years old. You must bring an appropriately sized USCG Approved Lifejacket if bringing
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Hampstead right now
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Spanish Mackerel
Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Bluefin)
Wahoo