Ready to catch some fish in Morehead City? Then Prop-Wash Charters has a trip with your name on it! With Captain Tripp at the helm, you’re in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Bonito, Cobia, Black Seabass, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Blue Marlin, Red Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Hammerhead Shark, Grunt, Snowy Grouper, and whatever else takes the bait. You’ll target your catch by spinning, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

If you’re traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. And, you can’t go wrong with snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty belly!

You’ll step aboard a 42’ Bertram with space for 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and all the essentials. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. You’ll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures.

You’ll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Have in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain.

Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Get in touch with Capt. Tripp below and start planning your trip today!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Jan 2 (Mon)
    US $400
    Half Day AM (Light tackle) We will be targeting Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, King Mackeral, Bonito, and an assortment of bottom fish such as Grey Trout, Hogfish, Sea Mullet, plus some Ringtails and Black Bass. Most bottom fishing would take place at some of the underwater obstructions around the beach and trolling for Spanish/King/Bluefish will take place around the same areas. We ask you to bring snacks, drinks, and sunscreens. Please provide a life jacket if you have a child less than 3 years of age.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $600
    Half Day AM (Light tackle) We will be targeting Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, King Mackeral, Bonito, and an assortment of bottom fish such as Grey Trout, Hogfish, Sea Mullet, plus some Ringtails and Black Bass. Most bottom fishing would take place at some of the underwater obstructions around the beach and trolling for Spanish/King/Bluefish will take place around the same areas. We ask you to bring snacks, drinks, and sunscreens. Please provide a life jacket if you have a child less than 3 years of age.
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $600
    Most popular trip! (Light tackle) We will be targeting Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, King Mackeral, Bonito, and an assortment of bottom fish such as Grey Trout, Hogfish, and Sea Mullet, plus some Ringtails and Black Bass. Most bottom fishing would take place at some of the underwater obstructions around the beach and trolling for Spanish/King/Bluefish will take place around the same areas. We provide the tackle and everything needed all you need to bring is snacks, drinks, sunscreen, etc.
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip Early (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    US $600
    For the early risers, this is a good choice to get out there and be on the bite in the morning. We will be targeting the following species, Spanish Mackerel, Blue Fish, Bonito, King Mackerel, and we may do some bottom fishing for the following, Ring Tail, Black Sea Bass, Grunts, and Grey Trout. Please make sure to bring all of your personal items you may want on the boat. If you have a child younger than 13 please provide them with a life jacket.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip Late (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
    US $600
    On our Late AM half day trip we will be targeting Spanish Mackeral, Blue Fish, Bonito, and we may do some bottom fishing for Black Sea Bass, Ring Tails, Grey Trout, and some Grunts. Please make sure to bring all your personal items you may want on the boat. If you have a child younger than 13 please make sure to provide them with a life jacket.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip Late (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $600
    On our Half Day Trip Late (PM) we will be targeting the following species, Spanish Mackerel, Blue Fish, Bonito, Lizard Fish, and we may do some bottom fishing and will see Black Sea Bass, Ring Tails, Grey Trout, Grunts. Please make sure to bring what personal items you would like to have on the boat and if you have a child younger than 13 please make sure to give them a life jacket.
  • Private trip
    6HR Nearshore Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $900
    On our 6HR Nearshore Trip we will be targeting the following species, Spanish Mackerel, Blue Fish, Bonito, King Mackerel, and we may do some bottom fishing for the following species, Ring Tail, Grunt, Red Drum, Black Sea Bass. Please make sure to bring all of your personal items you may want on the boat. If you have a child that is younger than 13 please provide them with a life jacket.
  • Private trip
    6HR Nearshore Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US $900
    On our 6HR Nearshore Trip we will be targeting the following species, Spanish Mackerel, Blue Fish, Bonito, King Mackerel, and we may do some bottom fishing for the following species, Ring Tail, Grunt, Red Drum, Black Sea Bass. Please make sure to bring all of your personal items you may want on the boat. If you have a child that is younger than 13 please provide them with a life jacket.
  • Private trip
    Bluefin Tuna Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 15 - Dec 31
    US $1,000
    On our Bluefin Tuna Trips we well specifically target Bluefin Tuna in our area.
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FAQs about Prop-Wash Charters

Prop-Wash Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - Half Day (AM) (2 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Half Day Trip Early (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Half Day Trip Late (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Half Day Trip Late (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6HR Nearshore Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6HR Nearshore Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Bluefin Tuna Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Prop-Wash Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Prop-Wash Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Prop-Wash Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Prop-Wash Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Prop-Wash Charters include:
  • Bluefish
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • Grunt
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel

Meet the Captain

William (Tripp) Wike
Morehead City, North Carolina, United States
ID & license verified
25 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since March 2022
Capt. Tripp has grown up around boats and the coastal waters of NC his whole life. With many years of experience on the water you will be in good hands to look forward to a wonderful fishing experience!

About this listing

Targeted species

Bluefish Bluefish
Bonito Bonito
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Boat specs

Bertram (Convertible) originally built in 1986, and restored in 2022. Powered by 2 500HP Detroit Diesel engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 26 knots.

Length
42 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
PayPal
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 24 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (28)
Great Fishing!
Great Fishing!
Great Fishing!
+25
Angler rating
22
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Nick B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with William (Tripp)

VERIFIED   6HR Nearshore Trip (AM) on July 29, 2023
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Carey S.
Excellent
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Experience:
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Boat
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip in June

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 16, 2023
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Christopher M.
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Excellent
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Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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AM half day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 13, 2023
We set out on time and started trolling once we hit the fishing grounds which didnt take long. We caught some Spanish Mackeral...
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Daniel S.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Fishing with William (Tripp)

VERIFIED   Half Day AM (Modified) on August 14, 2023
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Misty H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day of fishing!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 22, 2023
We had a great time fishing with Capt. Tripp and his mate! Caught over 30 mackerels, some lizard fish and moon fish. They were...
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