J Hook Charters LLC 

4.8
(7 reviews)
 609 Trails End Road, Wilmington, NC 28409, United States–

J Hook Charters LLC 

Wilmington, NC, United States
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23 ft
3
4.8
(7 reviews)

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Wilmington has a fish with your name on it, so let J Hook Charters help you catch it! Your guide for the day is Captain Jon, so you'll benefit from years of professional experience.

These waters are known for Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Redfish, and more – with any luck, it won't be long before "Fish on!" For these species, you're likely to use light tackle.

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are also a good idea so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!

You'll be casting lines from a 23' Four Sons flats boat with room for 3 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! 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 a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

You could keep reading this, but wouldn't you rather be fishing with J Hook Charters?

Wilmington has a fish with your name on it, so let J Hook Charters help you catch it! Your guide for the day is Captain Jon, so you'll benefit from years of professional experience.

These waters are known for Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Redfish, and more – with any luck, it won't be long before "Fish on!" For these species, you're likely to use light tackle.

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are also a good idea so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!

You'll be casting lines from a 23' Four Sons flats boat with room for 3 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! 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 a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

You could keep reading this, but wouldn't you rather be fishing with J Hook Charters?

Jon Hargett
Captain
Jon Hargett
13 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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4 hr trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Weakfish
US $425
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Rating

4.8
7 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (4)

Reviews (7)

  • Mark Johnson
    Mark Johnson
    us
    Winston-Salem, NC, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Great morning of flounder fishing

    4 hr trip on September 4, 2026 • 1 adult

    Captain Jon did a great job of communicating with me before the trip. The morning started off a little slow but thats ok, it’s called fishing, not catching. He worked hard moving us around to put me on some fish. He knocked it out of the park helping me land two fantastic flounder right at the end of our morning of fishing. His boat was clean, well stocked with plenty of nice tackle, and FAST! - be prepared to hold onto your hat! Lol I recommend him as a guide and would fish with him again.

  • Kenneth Denicolo
    Kenneth Denicolo
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
    •
    Member since 2025
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    October fishing trip

    4 hr trip on October 5, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child
  • Donnie Cole
    Donnie Cole
    us
    North Carolina, US
    •
    Member since 2023
    4.0
    Verified

    August fishing trip

    4 hr trip on August 30, 2023 • 3 adults

    Had a good trip with captain j he took us to some wrecks on the beach.I caught a 5 foot shark witch was pretty cool,caught red drum,caught a very nice Crocker,caught sea bass snd had a lot of bites.great half day trip.

  • Jeffrey Terrell
    Jeffrey Terrell
    us
    Oklahoma, US
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    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Great guide and even better person.

    4 hr trip on October 10, 2023 • 2 adults

    Jon was extremely personable and knowledgeable. He was patient with my friend who was new to using spincast equipment. Jon showed us several techniques that we can use in the future and chased the fish to new spots when things got slow. He catered to the type of trip we wanted and met all expectations that we had. Jon was professional throughout the trip and only had quality gear onboard. This was a newer boat and was very clean. Smooth and quiet ride that was safe in all conditions we faced. I would highly recommend a trip with Jon.

  • Richard Shaffer
    Richard Shaffer
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain John is awesome!

    4 hr trip on May 23, 2025 • 3 adults

    Captain John was great. He had a wealth of knowledge and expertise and a passion to help his guests catch fish.

  • Jim Mart
    Jim Mart
    Repeat angler
    us
    Fort Collins, CO, US
    •
    Member since 2024
    •
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Jon

    4 hr trip on March 1, 2025 • 2 adults
  • Richard Fortune
    Richard Fortune
    us
    North Carolina, US
    •
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    GREAT TRIP!

    4 hr trip on June 15, 2024 • 2 adults

Rating

4.8
7 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (4)

All reviews (7)

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Mark Johnson
Mark Johnson
us
Winston-Salem, NC, US
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Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great morning of flounder fishing
4 hr trip on September 4, 2026 • 1 adult

Captain Jon did a great job of communicating with me before the trip. The morning started off a little slow but thats ok, it’s called fishing, not catching. He worked hard moving us around to put me on some fish. He knocked it out of the park helping me land two fantastic flounder right at the end of our morning of fishing. His boat was clean, well stocked with plenty of nice tackle, and FAST! - be prepared to hold onto your hat! Lol I recommend him as a guide and would fish with him again.

Jon Hargett
Response from Captain

Great fishing with you Mark hope you have had a chance to enjoy that yummy flounder! Looking forward to the next adventure.

Kenneth Denicolo
Kenneth Denicolo
Repeat angler
us
Colorado, US
•
Member since 2025
•
2 trips
5.0
Verified
October fishing trip
4 hr trip on October 5, 2025 • 1 adult • 1 child

Jon Hargett
Response from Captain

Thank you Sir it was a pleasure to fish with you and that fine young man of yours!

Jeffrey Terrell
Jeffrey Terrell
us
Oklahoma, US
•
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Great guide and even better person.
4 hr trip on October 10, 2023 • 2 adults

Jon was extremely personable and knowledgeable. He was patient with my friend who was new to using spincast equipment. Jon showed us several techniques that we can use in the future and chased the fish to new spots when things got slow. He catered to the type of trip we wanted and met all expectations that we had. Jon was professional throughout the trip and only had quality gear onboard. This was a newer boat and was very clean. Smooth and quiet ride that was safe in all conditions we faced. I would highly recommend a trip with Jon.

Jon Hargett
Response from Captain

Thanks Jeffrey look forward to the next trip. Shipped your shirts out yesterday!

Richard Shaffer
Richard Shaffer
us
Pennsylvania, US
•
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Captain John is awesome!
4 hr trip on May 23, 2025 • 3 adults

Captain John was great. He had a wealth of knowledge and expertise and a passion to help his guests catch fish.

Jon Hargett
Response from Captain

Thanks Richard! I look forward to the next time. Y’all are First Class

Jim Mart
Jim Mart
Repeat angler
us
Fort Collins, CO, US
•
Member since 2024
•
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Jon
4 hr trip on March 1, 2025 • 2 adults

Jon Hargett
Response from Captain

Thanks so much for fishing with me today Jim! I look forward to fishing again with you soon.

FAQs about J Hook Charters LLC

J Hook Charters LLC offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $425 per group - 4 hr trip (4 hours)
When you book a trip with J Hook Charters LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS 12" Simrad EVO3S
  • Fishfinder Side and Down Scan
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor 36v Rhodan with Spot Lock
Trips booked with J Hook Charters LLC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait included at no additional charge )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No charge Fish Cleaning Tips Appreciated )
  • Fishing license (NC Saltwater fishing license included)
J Hook Charters LLC offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing (Up to 5 miles offshore depending on weather )
  • Wreck fishing
J Hook Charters LLC offers the following fishing technique:
  • Light tackle (Shimano Reels and Star Rods provided )
Top targeted fish species with J Hook Charters LLC include:
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Bonito
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Weakfish

Your captain

Jon Hargett
Jon Hargett

Wilmington, North Carolina, United States

7 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2023

I am a 100 ton USCG Master Captain with over 25 years of experience in fishing Saltwater in SENC. Join me for a great day of fishing!

Our Team
Jon H.

Jon H.

Captain

Jon Hargett
Jon Hargett
7
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
I am a 100 ton USCG Master Captain with over 25 years of experience in fishing Saltwater in SENC. Join me for a great day of fishing!
The crew
Jon H.
Jon H.
Captain

The fish you can target

Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bonito
Bonito
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Weakfish
Weakfish
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bonito
Bonito
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Weakfish
Weakfish

Real catches by this captain

  • October fishing trip
    Kenneth D.
    Kenneth D.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Four Sons
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Mercury Pro XS 300
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
55 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
12" Simrad EVO3S
Fishfinder
Side and Down Scan
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
36v Rhodan with Spot Lock
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait included at no additional charge
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No charge Fish Cleaning Tips Appreciated
Fishing license
NC Saltwater fishing license included

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

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
Age 8 and up
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 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Wilmington right now

Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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