Diversion Fishing Charters 

5.0
(6 reviews)
 Newport River Pier and Ramp, Morehead City, NC 28516, United States–

Diversion Fishing Charters 

Morehead City, NC, United States
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32 ft
6
5.0
(6 reviews)

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Diversion Fishing Charters is located in Beaufort and offers to show you a memorable time on these waters.

We will do our best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. We especially enjoy fishing with families and introducing kids to fishing. 

Our 8-hour offshore trip allows trolling or bottom fishing offshore (up to 30 miles out, depending on conditions and season). Depending on the season, you may chase Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Cobia, Bonito, Speckled Trout, Gray Trout, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Black Seabass, and Grouper.

We also offer an 11 hour gulf stream trip fishing mainly for Mahi-Mahi, Wahoo, King Mackerel, Grouper, Vermilion Snapper, Black Seabass, and Amberjack depending on the season and conditions. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as bottom fishing or trolling depending on the species targeted.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 32' Cape Horn center console. This boat comes with a toilet and is equipped with outriggers for trolling and a GPS-equipped trolling motor for easily positioning the boat for bottom fishing.  The boat is equipped with comprehensive navigation electronics and radar to provide safe and quick movement on the water.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle, bait, and any other needed hardware are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters: fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Diversion Fishing Charters.

Diversion Fishing Charters is located in Beaufort and offers to show you a memorable time on these waters.

We will do our best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. We especially enjoy fishing with families and introducing kids to fishing. 

Our 8-hour offshore trip allows trolling or bottom fishing offshore (up to 30 miles out, depending on conditions and season). Depending on the season, you may chase Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Cobia, Bonito, Speckled Trout, Gray Trout, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Black Seabass, and Grouper.

We also offer an 11 hour gulf stream trip fishing mainly for Mahi-Mahi, Wahoo, King Mackerel, Grouper, Vermilion Snapper, Black Seabass, and Amberjack depending on the season and conditions. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as bottom fishing or trolling depending on the species targeted.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 32' Cape Horn center console. This boat comes with a toilet and is equipped with outriggers for trolling and a GPS-equipped trolling motor for easily positioning the boat for bottom fishing.  The boat is equipped with comprehensive navigation electronics and radar to provide safe and quick movement on the water.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle, bait, and any other needed hardware are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters: fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Diversion Fishing Charters.

Clarence Clontz
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8 Hr – OffShore Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Jun 1 (Fri, Sat, Sun)
Cobia
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Seabass (Black)
Bluefish (Tailor)
+6
US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
11 Hr – Gulf Stream Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
11 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 25 (Fri, Sat, Sun)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Wahoo
+5
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (12)

Reviews (6)

  • Bryan King
    Bryan King
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    All around great experience!

    11 Hr – Gulf Stream Trip on June 13, 2026 • 4 adults

    This was my first charter boat to the Gulf Stream and it was a blast. Capt Clontz was very knowledgeable and easy going. He made sure we all had a great time and took time to do all the things we asked of him. His son was a great mate always ready to bait your hook or reset your rig. They even cleaned our fish when we finished a great day of fishing. I’ll be using him next year when we go out again!

  • Julie Martin
    Julie Martin
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome crew

    8 Hr – OffShore Trip on April 19, 2025 • 4 adults

    We had a great day of fishing with lots of catches. Captain put us on fish and the mate was very good

  • Rolando Hinojosa
    Rolando Hinojosa
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    August fishing trip

    11 Hr – Gulf Stream Trip on August 16, 2025 • 4 adults • 1 child
  • Joshua Kueker
    Joshua Kueker
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Clarence

    All Day Offshore Trip on May 24, 2026 • 2 adults
  • Joshua Kueker
    Joshua Kueker
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Phenomenal experience!

    11 Hr – Gulf Stream Trip on July 19, 2025 • 4 adults

    Cannot say enough about the entire experience it truly was amazing. We were on fish almost immediately and our excitement was always matched by the captain and first mate when we would hook up. Both very knowledgeable and made every effort to make the day better for us in any way they could.

  • Chad Johnson
    Chad Johnson
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Crew Ever

    Half Day (PM) on November 2, 2024 • 5 adults • 1 child

    Capt Reid and Anderson are great. At no point in the charter did they stop working to make our trip was the best it possibly could be. It was my son’s birthday and they did everything possible to ensure he had the time of his life. We will be back to fish again and soon!!

Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (12)

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Bryan King
Bryan King
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
All around great experience!
11 Hr – Gulf Stream Trip on June 13, 2026 • 4 adults

This was my first charter boat to the Gulf Stream and it was a blast. Capt Clontz was very knowledgeable and easy going. He made sure we all had a great time and took time to do all the things we asked of him. His son was a great mate always ready to bait your hook or reset your rig. They even cleaned our fish when we finished a great day of fishing. I’ll be using him next year when we go out again!

Clarence Clontz
Response from Captain

We enjoyed fishing with you and glad you guys had a great time and caught some great fish.

Josh Kueker
Josh Kueker
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Clarence
All Day Offshore Trip on May 24, 2026 • 2 adults

Clarence Clontz
Response from Captain

We had a great time fishing with Josh and Rich and look forward to doing it again!

Joshua Kueker
Joshua Kueker
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Phenomenal experience!
11 Hr – Gulf Stream Trip on July 19, 2025 • 4 adults

Cannot say enough about the entire experience it truly was amazing. We were on fish almost immediately and our excitement was always matched by the captain and first mate when we would hook up. Both very knowledgeable and made every effort to make the day better for us in any way they could.

Chad Johnson
Chad Johnson
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Best Crew Ever
Half Day (PM) on November 2, 2024 • 4 adults • 1 child

Capt Reid and Anderson are great. At no point in the charter did they stop working to make our trip was the best it possibly could be. It was my son’s birthday and they did everything possible to ensure he had the time of his life. We will be back to fish again and soon!!

Reported catch:
Black Seabass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Clarence Clontz
Response from Captain

Chad, we really enjoyed the afternoon on the water with you and are so glad that you and your family had a great time. We look forward to fishing with you again!

Julie Martin
Julie Martin
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Awesome crew
8 Hr – OffShore Trip on April 19, 2025 • 4 adults

We had a great day of fishing with lots of catches. Captain put us on fish and the mate was very good

FAQs about Diversion Fishing Charters

Diversion Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,300 per group - 8 Hr – OffShore Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 11 Hr – Gulf Stream Trip (11 hours)
When you book a trip with Diversion Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Radar
Trips booked with Diversion Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First mate
  • Fishing license (Fishing licenses are included in the trip for all guests.)
Diversion Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Diversion Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Diversion Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Clarence Clontz
Clarence Clontz
Morehead City, North Carolina, United States
ID & license verified
6 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2022
Captain Clarence wishes you a warm welcome to Beaufort, North Carolina. He grew up fishing the Crystal Coast and over the last decade has spent much time mastering fishing techniques in the area's nearshore and offshore waters. Bring your family or friends and join the captain for a day of fun and catching fish.
Clarence Clontz
Clarence Clontz
Fully verified
6
reviews
2022
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response
Captain Clarence wishes you a warm welcome to Beaufort, North Carolina. He grew up fishing the Crystal Coast and over the last decade has spent much time mastering fishing techniques in the area's nearshore and offshore waters. Bring your family or friends and join the captain for a day of fun and catching fish.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Cobia

Real catches by this captain

  • All around great experience!
    Bryan K.
    Bryan K.
  • Fishing with Clarence
    Joshua K.
    Joshua K.
  • August fishing trip
    Rolando H.
    Rolando H.
  • Awesome crew
    Julie M.
    Julie M.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
32 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Cape Horn
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
34 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Outriggers
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
First mate
Fishing license
Fishing licenses are included in the trip for all guests.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
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 25% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Morehead City right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Black DrumBlack Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
BonitoBonito
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
WahooWahoo

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