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Wrightsville Fishing 

5.0
(40 reviews)
 Trails End Road, Wilmington, NC 28409, United States–
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Wrightsville Fishing 

Wilmington, NC, United States
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21 ft
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5.0
(40 reviews)
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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
ID & credentials verified
What this charter offers
Fishing license
Live bait
Pickup included
You keep catch
Child friendly
What this charter offers
Fishing license
Live bait
Pickup included
You keep catch
Child friendly

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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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
1/4 Day Fishing
Non-refundable
2 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 10:15 AM, 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Seabass (Black)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
+8
US $300
Entire boat: up to 3 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)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Seabass (Black)
Bluefish (Tailor)
+4
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
40 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (180)

What anglers say

100%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

Reviews (40)

  • 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, 2026 • 4 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!

  • 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, 2026 • 2 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! 🎣🎉

  • Kyle Ryerson
    Kyle Ryerson
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Awesome family trip!

    Kids Fishing on October 20, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 children

    Booked a family trip with Captain Clark, kids had a blast! Rennie was awesome with the kids! taught the kids how to cast, caught a bunch of different fish! highly recommend him!

  • Terrie Larson
    Terrie Larson
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Life is good

    1/4 Day Fishing - 12:30 PM on October 21, 2026 • 3 adults

    Took my daughter and grandson. He caught several blue fish and a couple flounder. Perfect start to a wonderful day.

  • Kimberly Grahek
    Kimberly Grahek
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Trip. Captain Rennie was great. Understanding with a slight mix up on location to meet.

    3 Hour Fishing Trip on August 6, 2026 • 2 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.

  • Alexandra Exelby
    Alexandra Exelby
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    An amazing experience for kids!

    Kids Fishing - 12:30 PM on September 19, 2026 • 5 adults • 3 children

    We had an absolute blast! It was such a wonderful time! Captain and his daughter were so hands on and great with our kids. They showed them what to do and helped them catch fish. 100% recommend!

  • Kevin Thrasher
    Kevin Thrasher
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Bonito Bonanza

    Half Day Trip – Nearshore on April 1, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 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.

  • Tawnya Barnes
    Tawnya Barnes
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    It was amazing!

    Half Day Trip – Nearshore on August 7, 2026 • 5 adults • 2 children

    Captain Rennie was phenomenal. He taught us and was patient with us and helped us get some big fish.

  • Jenna Martins
    Jenna Martins
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Capt. Rennie & Camille are the BEST!

    Kids Fishing - 10:15 AM on June 23, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    10 out of 10! Hands down the best fishing experience in Wrightsville/Wilmington area.

  • Brayden Sitosky
    Brayden Sitosky
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Rennie

    3 Hour Fishing Trip on August 13, 2026 • 2 adults

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 $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 1/4 Day Fishing (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 1/4 Day Fishing - 1:30 PM (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 1/4 Day Fishing - 10:15 AM (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 1/4 Day Fishing - 12:30 PM (2 hours)
  • 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
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States
14 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
68 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
Rennie Clark
Rennie Clark
Fully verified
14
reports
68
reviews
2021
member since
~2h
response
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.
The crew
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

  • Angler proudly holds a large redfish aboard a center-console fishing boat on calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Redfish
    Terrie L.
    Terrie L.
    Took my daughter and grandson. He caught several blue fish and a couple flounder. Perfect start to a wonderful day.
  • Young angler displaying a small fish aboard a boat during a calm coastal fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Common Bream
    Kyle R.
    Kyle R.
    Booked a family trip with Captain Clark, kids had a blast! Rennie was awesome with the kids! taught the kids how to cast, caught a bunch of different fish! highly recommend him!
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large spotted flounder aboard a fishing boat in calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Flounder
    Darius M.
    Darius M.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Spanish Mackerel while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful catch in a coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Spanish Mackerel
    Christopher S.
    Christopher S.
    We caught several different types of fish.
  • Multiple mackerel and other reef fish arranged on a wooden dock, with anglers’ feet visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Spanish Mackerel
    Alexandra E.
    Alexandra E.
    We had an absolute blast! It was such a wonderful time! Captain and his daughter were so hands on and great with our kids. They showed them what to do and helped them catch fish. 100% recommend!
  • A smiling angler proudly displays a caught fish while enjoying a day on the water, showcasing the excitement of fishing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Lane Snapper
    Great 2 hr trip today. My crew caught a lot of grey trout jigging nearshore. Awesome family time on the water!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Flounder while fishing on a boat, showcasing a vibrant tropical shirt and a playful fishing hat.
    Fish 1
    Flounder
    Lots of flounder...with some doormats landed. Also, got a few sharks.
  • A young angler and an adult proudly displaying their catches of speckled trout at a scenic waterfront location.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Blacktip Shark
    Caught several grey trout, silver trout, grunts, croakers, blacktips, and dogfish jigging artificials.
  • A mother and her son proudly displaying a caught shark while enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Blacktip Shark
    Monday our 8 am slot we caught grey trout, black sea bass, and sharks. Our afternoon slot we fished inshore amd caught baby sharks, flounder, croaker, and big sharks.
  • Anglers display a shark on the deck of a center-console fishing boat in calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +5
    Sandbar Shark
    Brayden S.
    Brayden S.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
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.
More details

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
SheepsheadSheepshead
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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