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Jill Louise Headboat – 50' Evans
4.9/5 (131 reviews)
4457 Mill Landing Road, Wanchese, NC 27981, United States–
Jill Louise Headboat – 50' Evans
4.9/5 (131)
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Angler's Choice
4457 Mill Landing Road
Wanchese, NC, United States
*** WITH THE RISING COST OF FUEL, THERE WILL BE A FAIR SURCHARGE PASSED TO OUR CUSTOMERS.
The Jill Louise with Captain Dave can hold up to 30 people. The boat can hold large private or public groups. The $90 per person price is for a public trip. Jill Louise isn't your average Headboat; she's agile and able to get you into the skinny waters where other headboats can't get to. Please inquire about our private trip prices. Wanchese has a fish with your name on it, so let Outer Banks Charter Fishing Adventures help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Keith can tell you all about them.
Species like Flounder, Whiting, Bluefish, Mackerel, Black Seabass, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Pompano, Redfish, Gray Triggerfish, Weakfish, and more inhabit these waters, depending on the time of year. Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself spinning, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board.
You'll be fishing aboard a 50' Evans headboat with a capacity for 30 passengers. It comes with outriggers and everything else you need for a productive day on the water, including an ice-cold air-conditioned cabin! There's a toilet on board for your convenience. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you aboard.
A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. It's customary to tip the Mate 20% to show your appreciation.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain. Please bring sunblock. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid glass bottles.
NOTE: We need 15 people to make a trip go.
No shared Bachelor parties only private trips.
Rating
4.9
131 reviews
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117
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4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (78)
+72
What anglers say
93%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
97%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish
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Aisha McGill
Virginia, US
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Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Trip!!
Half Day Trip – Shared on April 2, 2026 • 19 adults • 1 child
Captain Dave and Cole were amazing! we had almost 20 in our party. They kept people safe and bait on the hooks! They knew all of the best spots! We ended up bringing home 59 fish! We were able to clean thr fish right there at the dock and had to them for dinner that night! It was a fun and rewarding experience! Not only would I recommend them and this trip, i would go back out with them again and again when im in the
OBX. Definiately consider them if you want to catch some fish!
Response from Captain
April 3, 2026
Thank you for the kind words. Dave and Cole really appreciate it.
1
Stacy Scherman
South Carolina, US
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Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great fishing experience for our family
Half Day Trip – Private on September 29, 2025 • 5 adults • 2 children
Our family included my parents (70+), my brother (41) and his kids (6 & 8), and myself (42) and my husband (47). There is a wide range of freshwater fishing experience in our crowd, but none of us have much experience with saltwater. We also happened to be in the area the week that a tropical storm was passing by offshore (Imelda), so there was more wind and waves than usual. The crew were attentive to our needs and abilities. They made sure that we were able to catch fish AND feel good. Though we didn't end up going far off shore, we still ended up in some pretty choppy water which caused two of us to feel out of sorts. The captain noticed and offered to take us back into the sound. He explained that we'd likely feel better, but we'd catch different (and likely smaller fish), so the experience would be much different. We appreciated his attention to our condition, honest assessment, and the opportunity to choose how to proceed. We did opt to move into the sound where everyone felt much better. We seemed to catch fewer fish in the sound, and they were smaller, but with everyone feeling good we had a much better time. We are eager to try again hopefully with calmer seas!
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Response from Captain
October 15, 2025
hello stacy. thank you for the kind review and understanding . The weather changes quickly and the fishing can too. Great to have a group like yall onboard. Lets try again next year. Thank you
0
Donald Shenk
Pennsylvania, US
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Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
All expectations met!
Half Day Trip – Private on July 24, 2025 • 10 adults
We booked the #C Jill Louise for a private morning charter for our family group of ten. Dave and Cole were ready to go on time and welcomed us on board to a clean and well outfitted boat. The weather was not ideal and the water was quite rough, but we had a wonderful time. After limited success trolling, they took us further out to sea and got us into some great fishing. The crew worked hard to keep up with getting fish off, checking bait and getting our hooks back in the water as fast as possible. It was obvious that both Dave and Cole were genuinely engaged and eager to make sure we had a successful outing. It was also obvious that they were experienced and knew what they were doing. We will definitely book again next time we visit the Outer Banks.
Response from Captain
July 28, 2025
Thank you Donald . We really appreciate the great review and business. See you next year
2
Carrie Gonzalez
Arizona, US
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Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
An Unforgettable Day on the Water with Captain Dave and Cole
Half Day Trip – Private on June 24, 2025 • 7 adults
If you're considering a fishing charter—stop looking and book with Captain Dave. From the moment we stepped on the boat, it was clear we were in for something special. The vessel itself was spotless—so well-maintained that it felt like stepping onto a brand-new boat. Clean decks, organized gear, and a comfortable setup made the entire experience that much more enjoyable.
But what truly sets this crew apart is their expertise. Captain Dave and his support mate Cole were absolute professionals—knowledgeable, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they do. Thanks to their skill and sharp instincts, we reeled in Bluefish and Spanish mackerel, and let me be clear: we wouldn't have caught a thing without them. Their strategic approach, ability to read the water, and constant guidance made all the difference.
I can’t stress this enough—spend the extra money for the private trip. The personalized attention, the flexibility, and the sheer amount of knowledge you gain from having such an experienced crew all to yourself is worth every penny.
This wasn’t just a fishing trip—it was a masterclass led by two pros who know the waters like the back of their hands. We’ll be talking about this day for a long time.
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
June 26, 2025
Hey Carrie. Thank you for the rave reviews. David and Cole work very hard to give everyone the experience they deserve. Thanks again.
3
Lauren Smith
Tennessee, US
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Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
THE BEST TIME!
Half Day Trip – Private - 3:00 PM on June 28, 2025 • 4 adults • 3 children
Captain Dave and Cole were the best! We booked a private half day trip for four adults and three kids. (ages 10 and twins that are twelve.) They are friendly and great with children which we appreciated. Cole took the time to teach us how to catch and properly real them in to maximize the amount of fish we secured. We caught more fish than we could eat! The ride was smoother than the past times I have been fishing on the ocean. No one got sick which was 👍👍👍. I wish I could give them more than 5 stars. If you’re thinking of booking a trip, book these guys!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
June 29, 2025
Thank you Lauren for the business and great review. Hope to see you again.
5
Rating
4.9
131 reviews
5
117
4
9
3
3
2
0
1
0
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (78)
+72
What anglers say
93%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
97%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish
All reviews (131)
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Showing 1 – 5 of 131 reviews
Aisha McGill
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Trip!!
Half Day Trip – Shared on April 2, 2026 • 19 adults • 1 child
Captain Dave and Cole were amazing! we had almost 20 in our party. They kept people safe and bait on the hooks! They knew all of the best spots! We ended up bringing home 59 fish! We were able to clean thr fish right there at the dock and had to them for dinner that night! It was a fun and rewarding experience! Not only would I recommend them and this trip, i would go back out with them again and again when im in the
OBX. Definiately consider them if you want to catch some fish!
Response from Captain
April 3, 2026
Thank you for the kind words. Dave and Cole really appreciate it.
1
Stacy Scherman
South Carolina, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great fishing experience for our family
Half Day Trip – Private on September 29, 2025 • 5 adults • 2 children
Our family included my parents (70+), my brother (41) and his kids (6 & 8), and myself (42) and my husband (47). There is a wide range of freshwater fishing experience in our crowd, but none of us have much experience with saltwater. We also happened to be in the area the week that a tropical storm was passing by offshore (Imelda), so there was more wind and waves than usual. The crew were attentive to our needs and abilities. They made sure that we were able to catch fish AND feel good. Though we didn't end up going far off shore, we still ended up in some pretty choppy water which caused two of us to feel out of sorts. The captain noticed and offered to take us back into the sound. He explained that we'd likely feel better, but we'd catch different (and likely smaller fish), so the experience would be much different. We appreciated his attention to our condition, honest assessment, and the opportunity to choose how to proceed. We did opt to move into the sound where everyone felt much better. We seemed to catch fewer fish in the sound, and they were smaller, but with everyone feeling good we had a much better time. We are eager to try again hopefully with calmer seas!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
October 15, 2025
hello stacy. thank you for the kind review and understanding . The weather changes quickly and the fishing can too. Great to have a group like yall onboard. Lets try again next year. Thank you
0
Donald Shenk
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
All expectations met!
Half Day Trip – Private on July 24, 2025 • 10 adults
We booked the #C Jill Louise for a private morning charter for our family group of ten. Dave and Cole were ready to go on time and welcomed us on board to a clean and well outfitted boat. The weather was not ideal and the water was quite rough, but we had a wonderful time. After limited success trolling, they took us further out to sea and got us into some great fishing. The crew worked hard to keep up with getting fish off, checking bait and getting our hooks back in the water as fast as possible. It was obvious that both Dave and Cole were genuinely engaged and eager to make sure we had a successful outing. It was also obvious that they were experienced and knew what they were doing. We will definitely book again next time we visit the Outer Banks.
Response from Captain
July 28, 2025
Thank you Donald . We really appreciate the great review and business. See you next year
2
Carrie Gonzalez
Arizona, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
An Unforgettable Day on the Water with Captain Dave and Cole
Half Day Trip – Private on June 24, 2025 • 7 adults
If you're considering a fishing charter—stop looking and book with Captain Dave. From the moment we stepped on the boat, it was clear we were in for something special. The vessel itself was spotless—so well-maintained that it felt like stepping onto a brand-new boat. Clean decks, organized gear, and a comfortable setup made the entire experience that much more enjoyable.
But what truly sets this crew apart is their expertise. Captain Dave and his support mate Cole were absolute professionals—knowledgeable, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they do. Thanks to their skill and sharp instincts, we reeled in Bluefish and Spanish mackerel, and let me be clear: we wouldn't have caught a thing without them. Their strategic approach, ability to read the water, and constant guidance made all the difference.
I can’t stress this enough—spend the extra money for the private trip. The personalized attention, the flexibility, and the sheer amount of knowledge you gain from having such an experienced crew all to yourself is worth every penny.
This wasn’t just a fishing trip—it was a masterclass led by two pros who know the waters like the back of their hands. We’ll be talking about this day for a long time.
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
June 26, 2025
Hey Carrie. Thank you for the rave reviews. David and Cole work very hard to give everyone the experience they deserve. Thanks again.
3
Lauren Smith
Tennessee, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
THE BEST TIME!
Half Day Trip – Private - 3:00 PM on June 28, 2025 • 4 adults • 3 children
Captain Dave and Cole were the best! We booked a private half day trip for four adults and three kids. (ages 10 and twins that are twelve.) They are friendly and great with children which we appreciated. Cole took the time to teach us how to catch and properly real them in to maximize the amount of fish we secured. We caught more fish than we could eat! The ride was smoother than the past times I have been fishing on the ocean. No one got sick which was 👍👍👍. I wish I could give them more than 5 stars. If you’re thinking of booking a trip, book these guys!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
June 29, 2025
Thank you Lauren for the business and great review. Hope to see you again.
5
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Boat category
Headboats
Capacity
25 persons
Boat length
50 ft
Year built
2004
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Evans
Boat type
Headboat
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots