Wild Catch Fishing 

4.3/5 (12 reviews)
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 315 New River Inlet Road, North Topsail Beach, NC 28460, United States

Wild Catch Fishing 

North Topsail Beach, NC, United States
6
4.3/5 (12 reviews)

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If you're in the market for a professional, guided, surf fishing experience near North Topsail Beach, look no further than Wild Catch Fishing.

The stunning scenery here includes beautiful beaches, including some spots that only a local can show you.

The name of the game around here is bottom fishing, and that's exactly what you'll do. Joel will provide rods and reels, as well as lures and live bait.

You're welcome to take home any fish that meet size and bag limits. Have a cooler ready in the car! Groups of up to 6 can join these excursions. You'll make your way to the fishing grounds on foot, so be sure to dress for current weather conditions and bring only as much as you can carry.

Don't hesitate to send Joel a message below with any questions you have, including where to meet on the day of your trip.

Everyone in your group should buy a local fishing license ahead of time. You can find out more online, including exceptions that may apply. You're encouraged to dress in layers and the proper footwear (if you aren't sure what that means, just ask). It's never a bad idea to bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock, rain or shine.

Joel welcomes anglers of all ages on these trips, including kids.

And with that, you're ready to experience the great outdoors in North Topsail Beach. So make it happen, with Wild Catch Fishing!

If you're in the market for a professional, guided, surf fishing experience near North Topsail Beach, look no further than Wild Catch Fishing.

The stunning scenery here includes beautiful beaches, including some spots that only a local can show you.

The name of the game around here is bottom fishing, and that's exactly what you'll do. Joel will provide rods and reels, as well as lures and live bait.

You're welcome to take home any fish that meet size and bag limits. Have a cooler ready in the car! Groups of up to 6 can join these excursions. You'll make your way to the fishing grounds on foot, so be sure to dress for current weather conditions and bring only as much as you can carry.

Don't hesitate to send Joel a message below with any questions you have, including where to meet on the day of your trip.

Everyone in your group should buy a local fishing license ahead of time. You can find out more online, including exceptions that may apply. You're encouraged to dress in layers and the proper footwear (if you aren't sure what that means, just ask). It's never a bad idea to bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock, rain or shine.

Joel welcomes anglers of all ages on these trips, including kids.

And with that, you're ready to experience the great outdoors in North Topsail Beach. So make it happen, with Wild Catch Fishing!

Joel Hickman
Captain
Joel Hickman
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Trip availability and prices

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2-hour Surf Fishing Experience
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
+2
US $160
Private tour: 2 people
Half-Day Surf Fishing (Morning)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
+2
US $220
Private tour: 2 people
Half-Day Surf Fishing (Night)
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 PM
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
+3
US $220
Private tour: 2 people
Full-Day Surf Fishing (All Day)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
+2
US $440
Private tour: 2 people
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Rating

4.3
12 reviews
4.3
Boat & equipment
4.3
Captain & crew
4.4
Fishing Experience

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Jonathan Salmon
Jonathan Salmon
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2024
The captain canceled
July 3, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on July 3, 2026

The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

Thomas Herman
Thomas Herman
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Surf Fishing
2-hour Surf Fishing Experience - 6:00 PM on May 9, 20263 adults1 child

We had a great time surf fishing. Joel was a great guide. We would definitely book from him again.

Billie LeMay
Billie LeMay
Repeat angler
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
May fishing trip
Half-Day Surf Fishing (Morning) on May 30, 20264 adults2 children

Deborah Lee
Deborah Lee
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great learning
Half-Day Surf Fishing (Night) on April 20, 20252 adults

I had fished from shore before. Joel taught me so much that I did not know. He was open to questions and answered them so I could understand. Coming from a mountain river and lake fishing this was a great experience. I now have tools to be more successful in my fishing adventures.

Reported catch:
Southern Kingfish
Joel Hickman
Response from Captain

Glad you had a good time and learned something along the way.

Kevin Johnson
Kevin Johnson
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Joel
Half-Day Surf Fishing (Night) on June 12, 20252 adults

Reported catch:
Southern Kingfish

FAQs about Wild Catch Fishing

Wild Catch Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $150 per group, additional US $10 per person after 1 guest - 2-hour Surf Fishing Experience (2 hours)
  • US $150 per group, additional US $10 per person after 1 guest - 2-hour Surf Fishing Experience - 10:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $150 per group, additional US $10 per person after 1 guest - 2-hour Surf Fishing Experience - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $150 per group, additional US $10 per person after 1 guest - 2-hour Surf Fishing Experience - 5:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $200 per group, additional US $20 per person after 1 guest - Half-Day Surf Fishing (Morning) (4 hours)
  • US $200 per group, additional US $20 per person after 1 guest - Half-Day Surf Fishing (Night) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $40 per person after 1 guest - Full-Day Surf Fishing (All Day) (8 hours)
Trips booked with Wild Catch Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Fishing for live bait is not included in this trip.)
  • Lures
Wild Catch Fishing offers the following type of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing (from the beach )
Wild Catch Fishing offers the following fishing technique:
  • Bottom fishing
Top targeted fish species with Wild Catch Fishing include:
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Kingfish (Southern)
  • Ray
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)

Your captain

Joel Hickman
Joel Hickman
Joel Hickman

North Topsail Beach, North Carolina, United States

ID & license verified
13 Customer reviews
Typical response within 9 hours
Member since March 2024

Guide Joel runs trips out of North Topsail Beach. These waters are known for Sharks and Redfish and he will show you how to catch them. With great knowledge of the area, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

ID & license verified
13 Customer reviews
Typical response within 9 hours
Member since March 2024

Guide Joel runs trips out of North Topsail Beach. These waters are known for Sharks and Redfish and he will show you how to catch them. With great knowledge of the area, 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

Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Southern Kingfish
Southern Kingfish
Ray
Ray
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Southern Kingfish
Southern Kingfish
Ray
Ray
Redfish
Redfish

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
from the beach

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Fishing for live bait is not included in this trip.
Lures

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
No age limits.
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 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:

 Cash

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