Capt Billy Baxley 

4.9
(64 reviews)
 65 Causeway Drive, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469, United States–

Capt Billy Baxley 

Ocean Isle Beach, NC, United States
–
26 ft
6
4.9
(64 reviews)

If you're ready to love fishing in Ocean Isle Beach, we've got you covered with Capt Billy Baxley. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Billy can tell you all about them.

These waters are known for Amberjack, Red Grouper, Gag Grouper, Grunt, Almaco Jack, African Pompano Jack, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Redfish, Gray Triggerfish, Black Seabass, and more – with any luck, you'll hook into a few! During the trip you might be spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! The charter supplies life vests.

You'll be dropping lines from a 26' MayCraft center console with room for 4 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and everything you need for a productive day on the water.

Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait when available is provided. You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, a hat, sunblock (non-spray), bottled water and snacks. 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 Capt. Billy Baxley is just a click away.

If you're ready to love fishing in Ocean Isle Beach, we've got you covered with Capt Billy Baxley. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Billy can tell you all about them.

These waters are known for Amberjack, Red Grouper, Gag Grouper, Grunt, Almaco Jack, African Pompano Jack, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Redfish, Gray Triggerfish, Black Seabass, and more – with any luck, you'll hook into a few! During the trip you might be spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! The charter supplies life vests.

You'll be dropping lines from a 26' MayCraft center console with room for 4 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and everything you need for a productive day on the water.

Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait when available is provided. You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, a hat, sunblock (non-spray), bottled water and snacks. 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 Capt. Billy Baxley is just a click away.

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Kids Trip1:00pm 2Hrs
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
Flounder
Kingfish (Southern)
+1
US $339
Entire boat: up to 6 people
2 Hour Trip – Kids Fishing also 1pm
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Shark (Blacktip)
Flounder
US $340
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
+4
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Amberjack
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
Grouper (Gag)
+8
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:05 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
+8
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.9
64 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (64)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
88%
Caught fish

Reviews (64)

  • Andres Rebuli
    Andres Rebuli
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    best trip ever

    2 Hour Trip – Kids Fishing also 1pm on August 19, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    My two boys ages 12 and 10 had a blast on their first fishing charter thanks to Captain Billy. The weather was extremely hot and so was the water which normally is not a good combination for fishing, but the captain did everything he could to make sure that these kids had a memorable experience . Words cannot express how happy it made me to see my boys having a good time on the water and the fact that the captain went out of his way to make sure that these kids caught fish made it all the better. We come to Ocean Isle yearly, and this will be part of our tradition . Thank you Captain Billy for an amazing day on the water ! 

  • Ken Williams
    Ken Williams
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Very enjoyable experience.

    6 Hour trip on August 25, 2026 • 3 adults

    We booked a six hour off shore fishing trip and had a great time. Even though the warm water made it problematic, he found the right spots to find fish. We caught a nice sized Mahi and several large Spanish Mackerel. He then took us in closer where we caught another Spanish Mackerel using spooners. Captain Billy not only is an experienced fisherman, he is friendly and a great conversationalist. He took us to OIFC to weigh the fish and then cleaned them for us. We had a delicious dinner with enough for several more large meals. We will definitely book with him again.

  • Matthew Smith
    Matthew Smith
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Such a fun adventure!

    Kids Trip1:00pm 2Hrs on July 31, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    We booked a 2hr kids fishing trip with Capt. Baxley. We all had such a great time! Capt. Billy made us all feel welcome from the first hello. After a nice ride just a short piece off shore he had our boys fishing in minutes. he was well prepared, knowledgeable and just an all around nice guy! Dont hesitate, take the trip with him, I’m so glad we did, and we will be booking with him in the future for sure!!

  • Jill Baker
    Jill Baker
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    We had a great time

    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore on June 24, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child

    i took my family on a half day charter with Captain Billy and we had a wonderful time! we hooked into a bonnethead shark and landed it! It was so cool and I will never forget it. Captain Billy was great and extremely knowledgeable. i would recommend this trip to anyone that wants a fun experience fishing on the ocean! thank I hope to book this trip again in the future. thank you Captain Billy for a very memorable experience!

  • Krysta Wilson
    Krysta Wilson
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun & Engaging Fishing!

    2 Hour Trip – Kids Fishing also 1pm on August 20, 2026 • 6 adults • 3 children

    Captain Billy was great! This was a perfect trip for our 4 year old twins and 9 year old. Captain was all about making sure the kids were engaged and having fun, while teaching them about the fish and wildlife. He also made sure that we kept catching. I am ready to go on another fishing trip; maybe this time without the kids! 😉

  • Heather Good
    Heather Good
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Billy was so good with our kids!! 20 out of 10 recommend!

    Kids Trip1:00pm 2Hrs on July 30, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    We caught more fish than we ever have on an OIB charter. It was so fun and Bily was amazing with our girls. So patient and helpful!! He taught them lots too!! We wil definitely book with him again.

  • Zach Lucas
    Zach Lucas
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    caught a monster Barracuda on the first cast

    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore on September 2, 2026 • 3 adults

    Went out with captain Billy with 2 friends. Had the best experience, caught a 25lb Barracuda within the first 2 minutes of fishing. I will be back to fish with Billy again.

  • Kevin Locklear
    Kevin Locklear
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great captain

    8 Hour Trip on July 17, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    We had a great time. Didn't catch but 2 because the water and wind was ruff. Would recommend booking with captain Billy. He did his best!!!

  • Kasey Albini
    Kasey Albini
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Such a fun trip!

    Kids Trip1:00pm 2Hrs on June 30, 2026 • 5 adults • 3 children

    We had a great experience. Not good fishing unfortunately due to the high water temp but he made sure the kids got to see dolphins up close. They had a blast.

  • Doug Sumner
    Doug Sumner
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with William

    10 Hour trip on May 18, 2026 • 5 adults

    Had a great day on the water with Capt. Billy. If you are looking to catch fish and have fun on the water, he is the man.

Rating

4.9
64 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (64)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
88%
Caught fish

All reviews (64)

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Andres Rebuli
Andres Rebuli
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
best trip ever
2 Hour Trip – Kids Fishing also 1pm on August 19, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children

My two boys ages 12 and 10 had a blast on their first fishing charter thanks to Captain Billy. The weather was extremely hot and so was the water which normally is not a good combination for fishing, but the captain did everything he could to make sure that these kids had a memorable experience . Words cannot express how happy it made me to see my boys having a good time on the water and the fact that the captain went out of his way to make sure that these kids caught fish made it all the better. We come to Ocean Isle yearly, and this will be part of our tradition . Thank you Captain Billy for an amazing day on the water ! 

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Ken Williams
Ken Williams
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Very enjoyable experience.
6 Hour trip on August 25, 2026 • 3 adults

We booked a six hour off shore fishing trip and had a great time. Even though the warm water made it problematic, he found the right spots to find fish. We caught a nice sized Mahi and several large Spanish Mackerel. He then took us in closer where we caught another Spanish Mackerel using spooners. Captain Billy not only is an experienced fisherman, he is friendly and a great conversationalist. He took us to OIFC to weigh the fish and then cleaned them for us. We had a delicious dinner with enough for several more large meals. We will definitely book with him again.

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Matthew Smith
Matthew Smith
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Such a fun adventure!
Kids Trip1:00pm 2Hrs on July 31, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children

We booked a 2hr kids fishing trip with Capt. Baxley. We all had such a great time! Capt. Billy made us all feel welcome from the first hello. After a nice ride just a short piece off shore he had our boys fishing in minutes. he was well prepared, knowledgeable and just an all around nice guy! Dont hesitate, take the trip with him, I’m so glad we did, and we will be booking with him in the future for sure!!

Jill Baker
Jill Baker
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
We had a great time
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore on June 24, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

i took my family on a half day charter with Captain Billy and we had a wonderful time! we hooked into a bonnethead shark and landed it! It was so cool and I will never forget it. Captain Billy was great and extremely knowledgeable. i would recommend this trip to anyone that wants a fun experience fishing on the ocean! thank I hope to book this trip again in the future. thank you Captain Billy for a very memorable experience!

Krysta Wilson
Krysta Wilson
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fun & Engaging Fishing!
2 Hour Trip – Kids Fishing also 1pm on August 20, 2026 • 3 adults • 3 children

Captain Billy was great! This was a perfect trip for our 4 year old twins and 9 year old. Captain was all about making sure the kids were engaged and having fun, while teaching them about the fish and wildlife. He also made sure that we kept catching. I am ready to go on another fishing trip; maybe this time without the kids! 😉

FAQs about Capt Billy Baxley

Capt Billy Baxley offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $339 per group - Kids Trip1:00pm 2Hrs (2 hours)
  • US $340 per group - 2 Hour Trip – Kids Fishing also 1pm (2 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 Hour trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 10 Hour trip (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Capt Billy Baxley, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
Trips booked with Capt Billy Baxley include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Capt Billy Baxley offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Capt Billy Baxley offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Capt Billy Baxley include:
  • Amberjack
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grunt
  • Jack (African Pompano)
  • Jack (Almaco)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your captain

William Baxley
William Baxley
Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina, United States
1 Fishing Report
64 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2024
Captain Baxely has a passion for fishing that started as a child. The more he learned about fishing the more he was 'hooked.' For years he has enjoyed fishing and teaching others the art of fishing.
William Baxley
William Baxley
1
reports
64
reviews
2024
member since
~1h
response
Captain Baxely has a passion for fishing that started as a child. The more he learned about fishing the more he was 'hooked.' For years he has enjoyed fishing and teaching others the art of fishing.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Grunt
Grunt
African Pompano Jack
African Pompano Jack
Almaco Jack
Almaco Jack
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Amberjack
Amberjack
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Grunt
Grunt
African Pompano Jack
African Pompano Jack

Real catches by this captain

  • caught a monster Barracuda on the first cast
    Zach L.
    Zach L.
  • Fun & Engaging Fishing!
    Krysta W.
    Krysta W.
  • best trip ever
    Andres R.
    Andres R.
  • Captain Billy was so good with our kids!! 20 out of 10 recommend!
    Heather G.
    Heather G.
  • Great captain
    Kevin L.
    Kevin L.
  • We had a great time
    Jill B.
    Jill B.
  • Fishing with William
    Doug S.
    Doug S.
  • Good man good time
    Bobby J.
    Bobby J.
  • Captain Billy Baxley
    Shanna V.
    Shanna V.
  • Great fishing trip for our 4 year old
    Justin D.
    Justin D.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2005
Boat manufacturer
MayCraft
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Outriggers
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license

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 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
You keep catch

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

What’s biting in Ocean Isle Beach right now

AmberjackAmberjack
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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