Hoping to cast a line in Wrightsville Beach? Dead Tide Sportfishing is your ticket! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Will knows them forwards and back.
Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Amberjack, Bonito, Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Scamp Grouper, African Pompano Jack, Blackfin Tuna, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Sailfish, and whatever else takes the bait. For these species, you’re likely to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.
You’re welcome to bring home any fish you catch, assuming they’re legal to keep. Catch cleaning is available, so you can take your fish home and throw it right into the pan. Enjoy it later that day or pack it away for months down the line.
Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! 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 cranky on an empty stomach!
Capt. Will welcomes you aboard a 28’ Contender center console with a capacity for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain.
It’s recommended to bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask.
Now, time to hit the water with Dead Tide Sportfishing!
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (85)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
93%
Caught fish
93%
Jul 30, 2025
8 Hour Trip
Cat Will and mate (Grayden) couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful during our fishing trip. They were very helpful and quick to explain why certain things are done certain ways. Also when we weren’t getting very many bite trolling they quickly decided to change our fishing strategy to bottom/wreck fishing where we all got to reel in some battlers. Great day. Thanks for having us on Dead Tide/Warchild!!
Cat Will and mate (Grayden) couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful during our fishing trip. They were very helpful and quick...
May 19, 2025
8 Hour Trip
Captain Will and Deckhand Jay couldn't have taken care of my Daugher Hayley and myself better. My daughter didn't fish, she's going through medical issues, but that didn't stop them from interacting with her and also myself. I'm 75 and just wanted to get out again. We caught 8 Mahi Mahi, 2 Tuna, and a Triggerfish all nice size, and released Barracuda and other Fish. It was a little rough going out but nothing we couldn't handle. If your looking for a day out in the ocean, you couldn't find a better boat then Captain Will and Jay............Tight Lines, Doug and Hayley!!!!
Captain Will and Deckhand Jay couldn't have taken care of my Daugher Hayley and myself better. My daughter didn't fish, she's...
Mar 29, 2025
10 Hour Trip
Will and his mate were absolutely amazing for our trip. Very well at communicating and rescheduling where it was needed. If you like an honest company this one is it! We did the 10 hour trip and got the full 10 hours. Caught some amazing fish, including sharks towards the end. Extremely experienced crew. We will definitely be using him again when we come back to NC.
Will and his mate were absolutely amazing for our trip. Very well at communicating and rescheduling where it was needed. If you...
May 16, 2025
6 Hour Trip
Had a great time with Will… very pleased with our day. The guys enjoyed it and we caught some fish. Looking forward to the next trip! Thanks Will… we will be back!
Had a great time with Will… very pleased with our day. The guys enjoyed it and we caught some fish. Looking forward to the next...
Jul 11, 2025
10 Hour Trip
Had a great time and we look forward to another trip soon!
Had a great time and we look forward to another trip soon!
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (85)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
93%
Caught fish
93%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
8 Hour Trip on July 30, 2025
Cat Will and mate (Grayden) couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful during our fishing trip. They were very helpful and quick to explain why certain things are done certain ways. Also when we weren’t getting very many bite trolling they quickly decided to change our fishing strategy to bottom/wreck fishing where we all got to reel in some battlers. Great day. Thanks for having us on Dead Tide/Warchild!!
Cat Will and mate (Grayden) couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful during our fishing trip. They were very helpful and quick to explain why certain things are done certain ways. Also when we weren’t getting very many bite trolling they quickly decided to change our fishing strategy to bottom/wreck fishing where we all got to reel in some battlers. Great day. Thanks for having us on Dead Tide/Warchild!!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
8 Hour Trip on May 19, 2025
Captain Will and Deckhand Jay couldn't have taken care of my Daugher Hayley and myself better. My daughter didn't fish, she's going through medical issues, but that didn't stop them from interacting with her and also myself. I'm 75 and just wanted to get out again. We caught 8 Mahi Mahi, 2 Tuna, and a Triggerfish all nice size, and released Barracuda and other Fish. It was a little rough going out but nothing we couldn't handle. If your looking for a day out in the ocean, you couldn't find a better boat then Captain Will and Jay............Tight Lines, Doug and Hayley!!!!
Captain Will and Deckhand Jay couldn't have taken care of my Daugher Hayley and myself better. My daughter didn't fish, she's going through medical issues, but that didn't stop them from interacting with her and also myself. I'm 75 and just wanted to get out again. We caught 8 Mahi Mahi, 2 Tuna, and a Triggerfish all nice size, and released Barracuda and other Fish. It was a little rough going out but nothing we couldn't handle. If your looking for a day out in the ocean, you couldn't find...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
10 Hour Trip on March 29, 2025
Will and his mate were absolutely amazing for our trip. Very well at communicating and rescheduling where it was needed. If you like an honest company this one is it! We did the 10 hour trip and got the full 10 hours. Caught some amazing fish, including sharks towards the end. Extremely experienced crew. We will definitely be using him again when we come back to NC.
Will and his mate were absolutely amazing for our trip. Very well at communicating and rescheduling where it was needed. If you like an honest company this one is it! We did the 10 hour trip and got the full 10 hours. Caught some amazing fish, including sharks towards the end. Extremely experienced crew. We will definitely be using him again when we come back to NC.
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Boat
Crew
Overall
6 Hour Trip on May 16, 2025
Had a great time with Will… very pleased with our day. The guys enjoyed it and we caught some fish. Looking forward to the next trip! Thanks Will… we will be back!
Had a great time with Will… very pleased with our day. The guys enjoyed it and we caught some fish. Looking forward to the next trip! Thanks Will… we will be back!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
10 Hour Trip on July 11, 2025
Had a great time and we look forward to another trip soon!
Had a great time and we look forward to another trip soon!