Wrightsville Fishing 

5.0/5 (35 reviews)
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 Trails End Road, Wilmington, NC 28409, United States

Wrightsville Fishing 

Wilmington, NC, United States
21 ft
6
5.0/5 (35 reviews)

Wrightsville Fishing offers you light tackle nearshore, offshore, and inshore fishing adventures. It has been in business since 2006 and its captains are native to coastal North Carolina. Captain Rennie Clark will meet you in Wilmington and provide a fun fishing tip suitable for all ages and experience levels. He can tailor your trip for you and your party and make sure you have the best time possible. Whether you want to jig up bottom critters on light tackle or troll for Mackerel, Wrightsville Fishing can accommodate you!

Your boat for the day will be a restored 21' Regulator center console that fits up to 6 guests. It runs on a 250 HP Yamaha engine and is rigged with GPS, fishfinder, and radio navigation gear. It's equipped with downriggers and a livewell and features an ice-box for storing your catch.

Using light tackle, you can bottom fish, deep sea fish, troll, spin and jig for a number of respectable species. You can target Black Seabass, Spanish Mackerel, Bonito, False Albacore, Grey Trout, Great Barracuda, Kingfish, Sheepshead, Flounder, and many more depending on the season. Feel free to bring kids on your trip and keep the fish you catch.

Captain Rennie provides ice for your catch and drinks, fishing license, and all the necessary fishing gear. All you need to bring are snacks, drinks, and sunscreen.

Pick your day and hop aboard!

Wrightsville Fishing offers you light tackle nearshore, offshore, and inshore fishing adventures. It has been in business since 2006 and its captains are native to coastal North Carolina. Captain Rennie Clark will meet you in Wilmington and provide a fun fishing tip suitable for all ages and experience levels. He can tailor your trip for you and your party and make sure you have the best time possible. Whether you want to jig up bottom critters on light tackle or troll for Mackerel, Wrightsville Fishing can accommodate you!

Your boat for the day will be a restored 21' Regulator center console that fits up to 6 guests. It runs on a 250 HP Yamaha engine and is rigged with GPS, fishfinder, and radio navigation gear. It's equipped with downriggers and a livewell and features an ice-box for storing your catch.

Using light tackle, you can bottom fish, deep sea fish, troll, spin and jig for a number of respectable species. You can target Black Seabass, Spanish Mackerel, Bonito, False Albacore, Grey Trout, Great Barracuda, Kingfish, Sheepshead, Flounder, and many more depending on the season. Feel free to bring kids on your trip and keep the fish you catch.

Captain Rennie provides ice for your catch and drinks, fishing license, and all the necessary fishing gear. All you need to bring are snacks, drinks, and sunscreen.

Pick your day and hop aboard!

Rennie Clark
Captain
Rennie Clark
20 years of experience
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1 Hour Boat Ride
Non-refundable
1 hour trip multiple starting times (11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Kids Fishing
Non-refundable
2 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 10:15 AM, 12:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Seabass (Black)
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+3
US $350
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Fishing Trip
Non-refundable
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Seabass (Black)
+6
US $400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3 Hour PM Fishing Trip
Non-refundable
3 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Seabass (Black)
+6
US $400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip – Nearshore
Non-refundable
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Seabass (Black)
+8
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore
Non-refundable
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Barracuda (Great)
Seabream (Gilt-head)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Seabass (Black)
+4
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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5.0
35 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
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What anglers say

100%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

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Marlo McCormick
Marlo McCormick
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Beat 4th of July ever!
Half Day Trip – Nearshore on July 4, 20264 adults

Had the best trip ever. caught 21 spanish Mackerels. This guy is awesome. Had a safe and fun trip with Three of the most important people of my life. We had “the ocean to ourselves.” Ran across several schools of Mackerel’s on the 4th of July and we cleaned up. This was our second year fishing with captain Rennie. Fun and safe day of fishing off the coast! im exhausted, the kids are exhausted, and my wife slept the whole ride hime! Wow, what a trip! wouldn’t fish with anybody else! Thanks Rennie! See ya next year!

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Rennie Clark
Response from Captain

Thank you for the review Marlo! You and your family bring good luck with you every trip! Enjoyed seeing you guys again this year! See you next time!

Ashley Waters
Ashley Waters
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Perfect Birthday Fishing Adventure!
3 Hour Fishing Trip on June 15, 20262 adults

My husband and I had an absolute blast on our 3-hour fishing trip with Captain Rennie and his first mate, Camille. From the moment we stepped on board, they made the experience fun, relaxed, and memorable. Captain Rennie made sure we caught fish, and the great conversation and laughter throughout the trip made it even better. This was the perfect way to celebrate my husband’s birthday, and I truly couldn’t have chosen a better experience. We highly recommend this trip to anyone looking for a fun and unforgettable day on the water! 🎣🎉

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Rennie Clark
Response from Captain

Thank you for the review and kind words Ashley! Glad you guys had a good time! Hope to see you two again in the future!

Kimberly Grahek
Kimberly Grahek
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Amazing Trip. Captain Rennie was great. Understanding with a slight mix up on location to meet.
3 Hour Fishing Trip on August 6, 20262 adults

We caught a mackerel, gray trout and silver trout and croakers. Captain Rennie and his deck hand Camille were delightful to be in the boat with us 8 keepers and many throw backs. Definitely am booking next year on my trip back to North Carolina.

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Rennie Clark
Response from Captain

Thanks you for the review Kimberly! See you next year!

Kevin Thrasher
Kevin Thrasher
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Bonito Bonanza
Half Day Trip – Nearshore on April 1, 20263 adults1 child

This was the best time ever! Captain Rennie was a great teacher and showed us a wonderful time. We caught several bonito and he recommended a local spot that could clean them as soon as we were done. I would tale this trip again. We brought a first time fisher and a 12 year old, everyone had a blast.

Rennie Clark
Response from Captain

Thank you for the review Kevin! Was a beautiful day on the water!

Chris Ambroziak
Chris Ambroziak
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
New
Great for our girls!
Kids Fishing - 12:30 PM on August 7, 20263 adults3 children

We took our three young girls and they were so good to them. We would definitely recommend taking this trip again.

Rennie Clark
Response from Captain

Thanks for fishing with us Chris! We enjoyed having your family on the boat today!

FAQs about Wrightsville Fishing

Wrightsville Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $200 per group - 1 Hour Boat Ride (1 hour)
  • US $200 per group - 1 Hour Boat Ride - 1:00 PM (1 hour)
  • US $200 per group - 1 Hour Boat Ride - 12:00 PM (1 hour)
  • US $200 per group - 1 Hour Boat Ride - 2:00 PM (1 hour)
  • US $350 per group - Kids Fishing (2 hours)
  • US $350 per group - Kids Fishing - 10:15 AM (2 hours)
  • US $350 per group - Kids Fishing - 12:30 PM (2 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3 Hour Fishing Trip (3 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3 Hour PM Fishing Trip (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Nearshore - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Wrightsville Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Wrightsville Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Fishing license
Wrightsville Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Wrightsville Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Wrightsville Fishing include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Weakfish

Your captain

Rennie Clark
Rennie Clark
Rennie Clark

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States

14 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
61 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since December 2021

Captain Rennie grew up on the canals at Holden Beach, NC. From the time he could walk he was fishing. Shortly after graduating from UNCW, the captain got his captain's license and started guiding in 2006. Captain Rennie fishes professional redfish tournaments from the Carolinas to Texas. He has amassed over 100 top 10 finishes in professional fishing tournaments since 2003.

Our Team
Camille C.

Camille C.

First mate

14 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
61 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since December 2021

Captain Rennie grew up on the canals at Holden Beach, NC. From the time he could walk he was fishing. Shortly after graduating from UNCW, the captain got his captain's license and started guiding in 2006. Captain Rennie fishes professional redfish tournaments from the Carolinas to Texas. He has amassed over 100 top 10 finishes in professional fishing tournaments since 2003.

Our Team
Camille C.

Camille C.

First mate

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Weakfish
Weakfish
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)

Real catches by this captain

  • Fishing with Rennie
    Brayden S.
    Brayden S.
  • Fishing with Rennie
    Sean B.
    Sean B.
  • Great for our girls!
    Chris A.
    Chris A.
  • It was amazing!
    Tawnya B.
    Tawnya B.
  • Amazing Trip. Captain Rennie was great. Understanding with a slight mix up on location to meet.
    Kimberly G.
    Kimberly G.
  • Great trip for everyone!
    Michael  H.
    Michael H.
  • Great Captain and Crew
    Allen S.
    Allen S.
  • July fishing trip
    Dan L.
    Dan L.
  • Great experience for the kids
    Paul B.
    Paul B.
  • July fishing trip
    Todd A.
    Todd A.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
1998
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Regulator
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

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What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Wilmington to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Wilmington right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
Little Tunny (False Albacore)Little Tunny (False Albacore)
RedfishRedfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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