Redline Fishing Charters - Wrightsville Beach
+16Want to catch a bunch of fish? Then book your next trip with Redline Charters and find out what you’re missing in Wilmington, NC! With Captain James Rose at the helm, you’ll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide with 10+ years of fishing experience! Captain James Rose is known for working hard to put you on fish.
These waters are known for Gag Grouper, Red Snapper, Amberjack, Mahi, African Pompano, Sharks, and many more large species – with any luck, it won’t be long before "Fish on!" On the day of your fishing charter, you’re likely to bottom fish or troll over shipwrecks, barges, and ledges using light or heavy tackle.
Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Life jackets for kids and adults are provided. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!
You’ll be fishing aboard a 27’ Pair Marine custom center console with room for 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, coolers, and all the essentials. Captain James Rose has rods and reels for you, along with lures and cut bait. Live bait is on offer, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.
Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for some fishing! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Captain James Rose will help you follow regulations while you fish. Some essentials to bring are sunblock, sunglasses, close-toed shoes, and food. Drinks, ice, and coolers will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Book an adventurous fishing charter and you’re guaranteed a good time! Time to make it happen with Captain James Rose of Redline Charters.
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Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
96%
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Loved the trip in every way!
2 Hour Fishing (10AM) on June 24, 2025
Captain James went out of the way to make it great for our three third-sixth grade grandsons! They loved the Captain and he taught them about fishing in the process! The Dad’s had a great time too! They experienced two fishing locations in the two hour trip! We booked with a personable, knowledgeable Captain! The boat was spotless. Life vests for the kids were provided. Equipment was A+. We would definitely book with Captain James Rose again! Thank you for making the trip memorable Captain James!
Captain James went out of the way to make it great for our three third-sixth grade grandsons! They loved the Captain and he taught them about fishing in the process! The Dad’s had a great time too! They experienced two fishing locations in the two hour trip! We booked with a personable, knowledgeable Captain! The boat was spotless. Life vests for the kids were provided. Equipment was A+. We would definitely book with Captain James Rose again! Thank you for making the trip memorable Captain James!
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BEST Captain ever!
4 Hour Fishing Trip (6:30AM) on July 14, 2024
Captain James was an excellent and compassionate Captain. We went on a 4 hour trip, including myself, my brother and 4 kiddos ranging from 10-15. 3 of the kiddos got seasick and the care he showed in trying to make them comfortable was above and beyond anything I could have expected. We caught a couple of fish that he filleted for us before we were done with the trip and made every attempt to get us to the fish. We spent a couple of great hours dropping lines and getting bites after we went trolling where we pulled in a couple of Spanish mackerel. I would ABSOLUTELY recommend him to anyone. I’ll definitely be back!
Captain James was an excellent and compassionate Captain. We went on a 4 hour trip, including myself, my brother and 4 kiddos ranging from 10-15. 3 of the kiddos got seasick and the care he showed in trying to make them comfortable was above and beyond anything I could have expected. We caught a couple of fish that he filleted for us before we were done with the trip and made every attempt to get us to the fish. We spent a couple of great hours dropping lines and getting bites after we went...
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Nice captain and nice boat
4 Hour Fishing Trip (6:30AM) on July 1, 2025
My husband, son and I enjoyed our fishing trip with Captain James. He made every effort to find the fish and ensure we had a good outing! His boat was very nice and clean. We recommend for a fun family activity!
My husband, son and I enjoyed our fishing trip with Captain James. He made every effort to find the fish and ensure we had a good outing! His boat was very nice and clean. We recommend for a fun family activity!
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We had a great afternoon
4 Hour Fishing Trip (1PM) on June 21, 2025
Captain James was very accommodating. He did a great job of educating us on the local Fishing. he had everything set up for us and the whole process was turn Key. We had a great time.
Captain James was very accommodating. He did a great job of educating us on the local Fishing. he had everything set up for us and the whole process was turn Key. We had a great time.
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30+ Fish in 4 Hours!
4 Hour Fishing Trip (6:30AM) on September 1, 2024
Captain James had our group of 5 on the fish for the entire 4 hour nearshore trip. We started with trolling for Spanish Mackerel just of Wrightsville and were able to snag a couple keepers out of the 6 we caught. Then we headed out to bottom fish some wrecks and at least one of us always had a tight line! Great experience all around from the time of booking to when we returned to shore. Would highly recommend and will book again for sure.
Captain James had our group of 5 on the fish for the entire 4 hour nearshore trip. We started with trolling for Spanish Mackerel just of Wrightsville and were able to snag a couple keepers out of the 6 we caught. Then we headed out to bottom fish some wrecks and at least one of us always had a tight line! Great experience all around from the time of booking to when we returned to shore. Would highly recommend and will book again for sure.
FAQs about Redline Fishing Charters - Wrightsville Beach
What are the trip rates for Redline Fishing Charters - Wrightsville Beach?
Redline Fishing Charters - Wrightsville Beach offers the following trips to customers:
- US $350 per group - 2 Hour Fishing (10AM) (2 hours)
- US $350 per group - 2 Hour Fishing (1PM) (2 hours)
- US $350 per group - 2 Hour Fishing Trip (6:30AM) (2 hours)
- US $550 per group - 4 Hour Fishing Trip (1PM) (4 hours)
- US $550 per group - 4 Hour Fishing Trip (6:30AM) (4 hours)
- US $695 per group - 6 Hour Nearshore Fishing Trip (6 hours)
- US $850 per group - 8 Hour Nearshore Fishing (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Redline Fishing Charters - Wrightsville Beach?
When you book a trip with Redline Fishing Charters - Wrightsville Beach, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS Allows ease of navigation to shipwrecks and ledges
- Fishfinder Informs captain about type of fish is below boat
- Live Bait Well Keeps live bait alive and ready to catch fish!
- Multimedia System Powered by Fusion speakers
- Wireless Trolling Motor Powered by Minn Kota
- Outriggers When trolling, manages lines in a organized way.
- Ice Box 3 Ice Boxes. 1 for fish ~ 2 for drinks & food.
- Radar In difficult visibility, shows other vessels
What's included in the trip price with Redline Fishing Charters - Wrightsville Beach?
Trips booked with Redline Fishing Charters - Wrightsville Beach include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (All rods, reels, and tackle are provided)
- Live Bait (Most of our charters include live bait.)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Included with price!)
- Drinks (Waters are provided.)
- Fishing License (Fishing licenses are in price as well!)
What types of fishing does Redline Fishing Charters - Wrightsville Beach offer?
Redline Fishing Charters - Wrightsville Beach offers the following types of fishing:
- Nearshore Fishing (From 3-30 miles is typical for our nearshore trips)
- Offshore Fishing (2 Hour: up to 3 miles, 4 Hour: up to 10 miles, 6 Hour: up to 25 miles, 8 Hour: up to 40 miles.)
- Reef Fishing (Reef zones include shipwrecks and barges to fish!)
- Wreck Fishing (Usually a named shipwreck that we fish on!)
What fishing techniques does Redline Fishing Charters - Wrightsville Beach offer?
Redline Fishing Charters - Wrightsville Beach offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Redline Fishing Charters - Wrightsville Beach?
Top targeted fish species with Redline Fishing Charters - Wrightsville Beach include:
- Amberjack
- Barracuda (Great)
- Bluefish
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grunt
- Jack (African Pompano)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Shark (Bonnethead)
- Snapper (Red)
- Spanish Mackerel
Your captain
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States
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A word from Captain James Rose – Hey this is Captain James Rose of Redline Charters. I was born and raised in Wilmington, NC, and have lived here my whole life. My dad, Fred Rose, bought me my first boat at the age of 8, and ever since my passion for the water has grown. During my middle and high school career, I started fishing the inshore waters of Wrightsville Beach and learned so much. During my college career, I worked as a first mate and fished offshore almost every day. Today, I am my own captain who is passionate about putting my clients on fish. Book your charter with Redline Charters and have the adventure of a lifetime! - Capt. James Rose
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Nearshore Fishing
From 3-30 miles is typical for our nearshore trips
Offshore Fishing
2 Hour: up to 3 miles, 4 Hour: up to 10 miles, 6 Hour: up to 25 miles, 8 Hour: up to 40 miles.
Reef Fishing
Reef zones include shipwrecks and barges to fish!
Wreck Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Allows ease of navigation to shipwrecks and ledges
Fishfinder
Informs captain about type of fish is below boat
Live Bait Well
Keeps live bait alive and ready to catch fish!
Multimedia System
Powered by Fusion speakers
Wireless Trolling Motor
Powered by Minn Kota
Outriggers
When trolling, manages lines in a organized way.
Ice Box
3 Ice Boxes. 1 for fish ~ 2 for drinks & food.
Radar
In difficult visibility, shows other vessels
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
All rods, reels, and tackle are provided
Live Bait
Most of our charters include live bait.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Included with price!
Drinks
Waters are provided.
Fishing License
Fishing licenses are in price as well!
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup included in price
Child Friendly
Children of any age are allowed
You Keep Catch
We filet and clean fish for you!
Crew Keeps Catch
Within our state policies, you can keep anything!
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible
How you can pay
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
American Express
PayPal
Checks
Bank Transfer
What’s biting in Wilmington right now
Amberjack
Barracuda (Great)
Bluefish
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Spanish Mackerel