Book your next trip with Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters and find out what keeps anglers coming back to New Bern, NC for more. Captain Dave will be your guide, so you’ll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.
Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Speckled Trout, Redfish, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Striped Bass, Flounder, Bluefish, Tarpon, and plenty more. On these trips, it’s common to drift and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Capt. Dave also offers fly fishing, but you will need to bring your own fly gear.
Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are never a bad idea so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!
Your fishing machine for the day is a 2025 Parker Offshore 23SE center console with a capacity for 4 fishing passengers. It comes with all the essentials. Capt. Dave has rods and reels for you, along with lures.
Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain. Don’t forget to bring bottled water, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
And that’s it! Your fishing trip with Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters is just a click away.
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Captain Dave Hegel
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Friendly captain
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3 Hour Trip on June 25, 2025
Very knowledgeable captain. Knew where the fish were and caught our limit. Captain Dave is very friendly and coached us inexperienced anglers like a professional. The boat and tackle were in excellent condition and clean. We would definitely recommend him to anyone.
Very knowledgeable captain. Knew where the fish were and caught our limit. Captain Dave is very friendly and coached us inexperienced anglers like a professional. The boat and tackle were in excellent condition and clean. We would definitely recommend him to anyone.
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8 Hour Trip on May 25, 2025
Captain was very helpful and knowledgeable of the fishing area. Plenty of fish were caught. Fun overall trip
Captain was very helpful and knowledgeable of the fishing area. Plenty of fish were caught. Fun overall trip
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6 Hour Trip on May 17, 2024
You'd be hard pressed to find a better guide. Captain Dave isn't your average, part-time angler. He's on the water nearly every day. Combined with his multiple decades of experience fishing in this area, Dave understands the intricacies of seasonal changes, water levels, hidden structure, and maintaining tight relationships with a team of other locals(who share tips and private fishing reports) to make sure he puts you on fish every time.
You'd be hard pressed to find a better guide. Captain Dave isn't your average, part-time angler. He's on the water nearly every day. Combined with his multiple decades of experience fishing in this area, Dave understands the intricacies of seasonal changes, water levels, hidden structure, and maintaining tight relationships with a team of other locals(who share tips and private fishing reports) to make sure he puts you on fish every time.
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6 Hour Trip on April 20, 2024
We had a great trip. The captain worked hard all day making sure we had the best experience possible. We plan to book another trip soon.
We had a great trip. The captain worked hard all day making sure we had the best experience possible. We plan to book another trip soon.
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Trent Woods, North Carolina, United States
Capt. Dave grew up in his father's boat dealership in Charleston, SC. For the last 40 years, Dave worked at various outboard and boat companies and fished all over the world with famous anglers. Dave has fished Eastern NC since 1983.
River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Toilet
PortaPotty
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Fishing License
Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.
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
Catch and Release Allowed
Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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:
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