Local Hooker Charters
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.
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.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (71)
+68Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
96%
Jul 13, 2025
3 Hour Bay Trip (AM)
Great trip with Captain Will
Family of 4 with 5 and 11 year old boys went out for 3 hours. It was the 5 year old’s first time fishing and really first time on a boat. Great experience for him. Will spent the most time with him and helped him catch fish. He was really good with our little guy. We fished 4-5 different spots but only caught things in one. While we fished multiple spots, there wasn’t much ride time. I’m guessing in 3 hours we had mines in the water for 2h40m. We were fishing within about 3 mins of leaving the dock. Saw wild ponies on the shore. Things to know: not really any shade on the boat and only 1 seat in the back which was a padded cooler. Will probably try for a shark trip next time.
Family of 4 with 5 and 11 year old boys went out for 3 hours. It was the 5 year old’s first time fishing and really first time...
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Aug 6, 2025
2 Hour fishing/cruise bay trip
Driver Will poole
I want to start by saying Thank You! Although we purchased a 2 hr trip, he made our trip relaxing, fun and educational. He drove to different locations because he wanted to make sure we caught something. Unfortunately I didn't but my girls did!!! He really made us feel comfortable. He was was very personable, talked and LAUGHED with us. Book him if you want to enjoy your trip.
I want to start by saying Thank You! Although we purchased a 2 hr trip, he made our trip relaxing, fun and educational. He drove...
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Aug 31, 2025
3 Hour Bay Trip (AM)
Captain Will is great!
Had a great time fishing today with Captain Will, he's very friendly and knowledgeable and made our experience great. 10/10 recommend! Will book again in the future
Had a great time fishing today with Captain Will, he's very friendly and knowledgeable and made our experience great. 10/10 recommend!...
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Jul 17, 2025
3 Hour Bay Trip (AM)
Great family experience
Captain Will took us out on a A.M. half day adventure. Myself and 2 daughters each were lucky enough to catch a variety of creatures. It ranged from flounder, horseshoe crabs, and even a Southern Ray. The day was faily windy with muddy waters but he absolutely went the extra distance to make sure it was memorable for us Wisconsinites.
Captain Will took us out on a A.M. half day adventure. Myself and 2 daughters each were lucky enough to catch a variety of creatures....
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Jul 31, 2025
2 Hour fishing/cruise bay trip
Great trip!
Had an awesome time out with captain Will. He was laid back, easy going like us. Helped us catch lots of fish and showed the kids different fish and let them reel them in. Would highly recommend a trip out with him! Only downfall was we didn’t book a longer trip, we really enjoyed it.
Had an awesome time out with captain Will. He was laid back, easy going like us. Helped us catch lots of fish and showed the kids...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (71)
+68Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
96%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great trip with Captain Will
3 Hour Bay Trip (AM) on July 13, 2025
Family of 4 with 5 and 11 year old boys went out for 3 hours. It was the 5 year old’s first time fishing and really first time on a boat. Great experience for him. Will spent the most time with him and helped him catch fish. He was really good with our little guy. We fished 4-5 different spots but only caught things in one. While we fished multiple spots, there wasn’t much ride time. I’m guessing in 3 hours we had mines in the water for 2h40m. We were fishing within about 3 mins of leaving the dock. Saw wild ponies on the shore. Things to know: not really any shade on the boat and only 1 seat in the back which was a padded cooler. Will probably try for a shark trip next time.
Family of 4 with 5 and 11 year old boys went out for 3 hours. It was the 5 year old’s first time fishing and really first time on a boat. Great experience for him. Will spent the most time with him and helped him catch fish. He was really good with our little guy. We fished 4-5 different spots but only caught things in one. While we fished multiple spots, there wasn’t much ride time. I’m guessing in 3 hours we had mines in the water for 2h40m. We were fishing within about 3 mins of leaving...
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Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Driver Will poole
2 Hour fishing/cruise bay trip on August 6, 2025
I want to start by saying Thank You! Although we purchased a 2 hr trip, he made our trip relaxing, fun and educational. He drove to different locations because he wanted to make sure we caught something. Unfortunately I didn't but my girls did!!! He really made us feel comfortable. He was was very personable, talked and LAUGHED with us. Book him if you want to enjoy your trip.
I want to start by saying Thank You! Although we purchased a 2 hr trip, he made our trip relaxing, fun and educational. He drove to different locations because he wanted to make sure we caught something. Unfortunately I didn't but my girls did!!! He really made us feel comfortable. He was was very personable, talked and LAUGHED with us. Book him if you want to enjoy your trip.
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Overall
Captain Will is great!
3 Hour Bay Trip (AM) on August 31, 2025
Had a great time fishing today with Captain Will, he's very friendly and knowledgeable and made our experience great. 10/10 recommend! Will book again in the future
Had a great time fishing today with Captain Will, he's very friendly and knowledgeable and made our experience great. 10/10 recommend! Will book again in the future
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Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great family experience
3 Hour Bay Trip (AM) on July 17, 2025
Captain Will took us out on a A.M. half day adventure. Myself and 2 daughters each were lucky enough to catch a variety of creatures. It ranged from flounder, horseshoe crabs, and even a Southern Ray. The day was faily windy with muddy waters but he absolutely went the extra distance to make sure it was memorable for us Wisconsinites.
Captain Will took us out on a A.M. half day adventure. Myself and 2 daughters each were lucky enough to catch a variety of creatures. It ranged from flounder, horseshoe crabs, and even a Southern Ray. The day was faily windy with muddy waters but he absolutely went the extra distance to make sure it was memorable for us Wisconsinites.
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Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great trip!
2 Hour fishing/cruise bay trip on July 31, 2025
Had an awesome time out with captain Will. He was laid back, easy going like us. Helped us catch lots of fish and showed the kids different fish and let them reel them in. Would highly recommend a trip out with him! Only downfall was we didn’t book a longer trip, we really enjoyed it.
Had an awesome time out with captain Will. He was laid back, easy going like us. Helped us catch lots of fish and showed the kids different fish and let them reel them in. Would highly recommend a trip out with him! Only downfall was we didn’t book a longer trip, we really enjoyed it.
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