Local Hooker Charters 

4.9
(84 reviews)
 12826 Sunset Avenue, Ocean City, MD 21842, United States–

Local Hooker Charters 

Ocean City, MD, United States
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25 ft
4
4.9
(84 reviews)

Spend the day with Local Hooker Charters and find out what the fishing in Ocean City, Maryland is all about!

Depending on the season, you might hook into Flounder, Black Seabass, Striped Bass, Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Tautog, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout, Weakfish, and whatever else is biting.

On the day of your trip, you're likely to bottom fish, troll, or maybe even anchor up for shark fishing.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, no worries because we have some onboard. All life jackets are equipped with light activated beacons.

You'll be welcome aboard a 25' Pilothouse with room for 4 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without.

Rods, reels, and tackle are provided. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the Captain whether 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! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your Captain will help you follow regulations while you fish. Fish cleaning included in all of your trips.

It's never a bad idea to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. Adult beverages allowed, no hard liquor and we ask you drink responsible.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Local Hooker Charters.

Spend the day with Local Hooker Charters and find out what the fishing in Ocean City, Maryland is all about!

Depending on the season, you might hook into Flounder, Black Seabass, Striped Bass, Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Tautog, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout, Weakfish, and whatever else is biting.

On the day of your trip, you're likely to bottom fish, troll, or maybe even anchor up for shark fishing.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, no worries because we have some onboard. All life jackets are equipped with light activated beacons.

You'll be welcome aboard a 25' Pilothouse with room for 4 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without.

Rods, reels, and tackle are provided. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the Captain whether 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! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your Captain will help you follow regulations while you fish. Fish cleaning included in all of your trips.

It's never a bad idea to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. Adult beverages allowed, no hard liquor and we ask you drink responsible.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Local Hooker Charters.

Will Poole
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2 Hour fishing/cruise bay trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 4:15 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Dec 1
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Sheepshead
+3
US $300
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3 Hour Bay Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 1
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Sheepshead
+3
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Bay Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 1
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Sheepshead
+2
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Shark Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 30
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Blue)
Shark (Mako)
+2
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Wreck Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:45 AM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Nov 1
Seabass (Black)
Spadefish
Flounder
Sheepshead
+1
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Wreck Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Nov 1
Seabass (Black)
Spadefish
Flounder
Sheepshead
+1
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.9
84 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (102)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

Reviews (84)

  • Dawn Clark
    Dawn Clark
    Repeat angler
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Cool Experience

    4 Hour Bay Trip on August 12, 2026 • 1 adult

    This is the first time I ever booked a charter in OCMD and it was actually very cool. The captain, Will, was responsive to my messages and kept me updated on how things were going to be the day of the trip. I met him at the location because it was easier for me. He was on time and knew exactly where to go so I could get some fish. I am not that fish savvy but with his help I was catching some small sea bass. flying fish and even flounder! The day was perfect, a bit overcast and not super hot. The only sad part was 4 hrs went by so fast! It was a great trip and a cool experience to do something I've been wanting to do just didn't want to do by myself but sometimes you have to go out on your own and that's what I did! Will and crew made me feel very comfortable and helped me understand how the flounder bite! Thanks so much guys! You might be seeing me and my daughters in October!!

  • Samuel Kramer
    Samuel Kramer
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2024
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day and great Captain!

    4 Hour Bay Trip on August 2, 2026 • 2 adults

    I wanted to take my brother in law on a private fishing charter in the bay in OCMD. I chose captain Will because he just looked like a great guy and the reviews were excellent. We had a 4 hour inshore bay trip and caught plenty of fish! Beautiful day on the water and let me tell you that captain Will is one of the best captains I’ve ever had as far as maneuvering the boat and getting you on spots other captains aren’t willing to do. His boat skills were effortless and he was so nice and easy to talk to and we felt like he was one of the guys right away! DO NOT HESITATE TO BOOK A TRIP WITH CAPTAIN WILL!!!!!! Thanks Cap and can’t wait to do it again!

  • David Smoot
    David Smoot
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Had an amazing day with Captain Will!

    4 Hour Bay Trip on June 27, 2026 • 2 adults

    Had an amazing time fishing with Captain Will! We caught some great flounder and sea bass, had plenty of action, and enjoyed every minute on the water. Captain Will was friendly, knowledgeable, and worked hard to put us on the fish. If you're looking for a fun, successful fishing trip with a captain who knows what he's doing, I highly recommend booking a charter with him. We can't wait to come back and do it again!

  • Brittany Smith
    Brittany Smith
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Guy!

    4 Hour Shark Trip on August 9, 2026 • 2 adults

    My son and I went on this trip and I was sick the entire time. My son did great and the guy was really great about my ongoing sickness. Would definitely recommend! 11 out of 10 experience, even with being sick!

  • Lindley Luzier
    Lindley Luzier
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    fun for the whole family

    2 Hour fishing/cruise bay trip on August 8, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    This was the first time my family and I have been on a fishing trip, we had a great experience with Captain Will. He was very helpful and kind. We will definitely go back next trip to OC. Highly recommended!!

  • David Mitchell
    David Mitchell
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Another awesome trip.

    8 Hour Wreck Trip (AM) on August 25, 2026 • 2 adults

    This was my second trip in less than a year. While fishing I was talking with Captain Will about another trip in the next couple of months. 100 percent I will continue booking trips with him.

  • Kenneth Tennyson
    Kenneth Tennyson
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great flounder fishing

    5 Hour Wreck Trip (AM) on August 8, 2026 • 3 adults

    We caught lots of fish on a 5 hour wreck trip, many undersize.flounders but three nice keepers we will enjoy! Captain put us on fish quickly, at one point all three of us were hooked up.

  • Jason Harkleroad
    Jason Harkleroad
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    amazing trip

    2 Hour fishing/cruise bay trip on July 20, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    we caught flonder and sea bass also a couple crabs. we had an amazing time captain Will was amazing. most definitely would recommend it and most definitely gonna go again.

  • Lania Yinger
    Lania Yinger
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Enjoyable charter

    2 Hour fishing/cruise bay trip on August 5, 2026 • 4 adults

    We caught a few, but only one keeper which Captain Will cleaned and filleted for us! Nice guys and a pleasant relaxing experience.

  • Theo Agbay
    Theo Agbay
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    7 sharks in 1 day!!!

    4 Hour Shark Trip - 12:00 PM on July 25, 2026 • 3 adults

    Great guy, easy to talk to and very friendly.

Rating

4.9
84 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (102)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (84)

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Dawn B Clark
Dawn B Clark
Repeat angler
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2022
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Cool Experience
4 Hour Bay Trip on August 12, 2026 • 1 adult

This is the first time I ever booked a charter in OCMD and it was actually very cool. The captain, Will, was responsive to my messages and kept me updated on how things were going to be the day of the trip. I met him at the location because it was easier for me. He was on time and knew exactly where to go so I could get some fish. I am not that fish savvy but with his help I was catching some small sea bass. flying fish and even flounder! The day was perfect, a bit overcast and not super hot. The only sad part was 4 hrs went by so fast! It was a great trip and a cool experience to do something I've been wanting to do just didn't want to do by myself but sometimes you have to go out on your own and that's what I did! Will and crew made me feel very comfortable and helped me understand how the flounder bite! Thanks so much guys! You might be seeing me and my daughters in October!!

Reported catch:
Flounder
Samuel Kramer
Samuel Kramer
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2024
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great day and great Captain!
4 Hour Bay Trip on August 2, 2026 • 2 adults

I wanted to take my brother in law on a private fishing charter in the bay in OCMD. I chose captain Will because he just looked like a great guy and the reviews were excellent. We had a 4 hour inshore bay trip and caught plenty of fish! Beautiful day on the water and let me tell you that captain Will is one of the best captains I’ve ever had as far as maneuvering the boat and getting you on spots other captains aren’t willing to do. His boat skills were effortless and he was so nice and easy to talk to and we felt like he was one of the guys right away! DO NOT HESITATE TO BOOK A TRIP WITH CAPTAIN WILL!!!!!! Thanks Cap and can’t wait to do it again!

Reported catch:
Flounder
Sheepshead
Tautog
David Smoot
David Smoot
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Had an amazing day with Captain Will!
4 Hour Bay Trip on June 27, 2026 • 2 adults

Had an amazing time fishing with Captain Will! We caught some great flounder and sea bass, had plenty of action, and enjoyed every minute on the water. Captain Will was friendly, knowledgeable, and worked hard to put us on the fish. If you're looking for a fun, successful fishing trip with a captain who knows what he's doing, I highly recommend booking a charter with him. We can't wait to come back and do it again!

Reported catch:
Flounder
William Wasilko
William Wasilko
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Good trip
4 Hour Bay Trip on July 21, 2026 • 4 adults

A little windy and some rain but captain found some fish a we caught a few. Yoy always want to catch more but that is why it is called fishing and not catching. We would definitely book again. We all had a great time. Like they say even a not so great day on the water is better than a hard day at work. Thanks Captain Poole.

Reported catch:
Flounder
Christopher Garboczi
Christopher Garboczi
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Hook Line & Sinker!
3 Hour Bay Trip - 12:00 PM on August 2, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

Had a fantastic time out on the water!!Definitely made another core family memory as every single one of us caught multiple fish!! Captain Will was very knowledgeable, interactive and went above and beyond insuring we were always baited and tangle free. Definitely on our list to do again.

Reported catch:
Flounder

FAQs about Local Hooker Charters

Local Hooker Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per group - 2 Hour fishing/cruise bay trip (2 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 3 Hour Bay Trip (3 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 3 Hour Bay Trip - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 4 Hour Bay Trip (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 4 Hour Bay Trip - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Shark Trip (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Shark Trip - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 5 Hour Wreck Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 8 Hour Wreck Trip (AM) (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Local Hooker Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Porta Potty is located inside the cabin.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Radar
Trips booked with Local Hooker Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (There is no charge for fish cleaning and filleting for my customers.)
  • Fishing license (All licenses are included.)
Local Hooker Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Local Hooker Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Local Hooker Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Flounder
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Shark (Thresher)
  • Shark (Tiger)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tautog
  • Weakfish

Your captain

Will Poole
Will Poole
Ocean City, Maryland, United States
ID & license verified
84 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2024
Angler's Choice
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Capt. Will runs trips out of Ocean City aboard a 25-foot Pilothouse boat. These waters are known for Striped Bass, Bluefish, and Flounder, and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're Bottom Fishing, Trolling or Spinning. With years of experience, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!
Will Poole
Will Poole
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
84
reviews
2024
member since
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Capt. Will runs trips out of Ocean City aboard a 25-foot Pilothouse boat. These waters are known for Striped Bass, Bluefish, and Flounder, and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're Bottom Fishing, Trolling or Spinning. With years of experience, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Thresher Shark
Thresher Shark
Tiger Shark
Tiger Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Tautog
Tautog
Weakfish
Weakfish
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark

Real catches by this captain

  • Another awesome trip.
    David M.
    David M.
  • Cool Experience
    Dawn C.
    Dawn C.
  • Amazing Guy!
    Brittany S.
    Brittany S.
  • fun for the whole family
    Lindley L.
    Lindley L.
  • Great flounder fishing
    Kenneth T.
    Kenneth T.
  • Enjoyable charter
    Lania Y.
    Lania Y.
  • Great day and great Captain!
    Samuel K.
    Samuel K.
  • 7 sharks in 1 day!!!
    Theo A.
    Theo A.
  • amazing trip
    Jason H.
    Jason H.
  • Had an amazing day with Captain Will!
    David S.
    David S.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
1988
Restored in
2021
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Pilothouse
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Porta Potty is located inside the cabin.
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
There is no charge for fish cleaning and filleting for my customers.
Fishing license
All licenses are included.

How cancellations work

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Ocean City to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Check for child-sized life vests
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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
 American Express
 Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Ocean City right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
FlounderFlounder
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Shark (Hammerhead)Shark (Hammerhead)
SheepsheadSheepshead
TautogTautog
WeakfishWeakfish

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