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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2 Hour Trip – Kids Fishing also 12P
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 hour trip starts at 12:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Spanish Mackerel
Shark (Blacktip)
Flounder
US $340
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Kids Trip7AM 2 hrs.
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Shark (Blacktip)
Flounder
Kingfish (Southern)
Dogfish
US $340
Entire boat: up to 6 people
2 hr. Kids fishing trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 hour trip starts at 9:30 AM
Amberjack
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
Redfish
+7
US $340
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

All reviews (64)

Frequently mentioned
Showing 1 – 5 of 64 reviews
Andres Rebuli
Andres Rebuli
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
best trip ever
2 Hour Trip – Kids Fishing also 12P 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 Trip7AM 2 hrs. 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 12P 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 $340 per group - 2 Hour Trip – Kids Fishing also 12P (2 hours)
  • US $340 per group - 2 hr. Kids fishing trip (2 hours)
  • US $340 per group - Kids Trip7AM 2 hrs. (2 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

  • Two young anglers aboard a fishing boat proudly display a slender mackerel-like fish near the coast, with rods and open water in the background.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Andrew A.
    Andrew A.
    Capt. Billy was great. We caught some fish and the kids had fun
  • Angler proudly holding a large Barracuda while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Great Barracuda
    Zach L.
    Zach L.
    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.
  • Angler holding a large mackerel aboard a fishing boat in open ocean waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Spanish Mackerel
    Ken W.
    Ken W.
    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.
  • Angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Black Sea Bass while fishing on a boat in clear waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Seabass
    Krysta W.
    Krysta W.
    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! 😉
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Spanish Mackerel caught while fishing offshore, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Andres R.
    Andres R.
    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 ! 
  • Two young anglers proudly display a caught fish on a fishing boat near the dock, with open water in the background.
    Fish 1
    Black Seabass
    Matthew S.
    Matthew S.
    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!!
  • A smiling angler proudly displays a caught shark while fishing on a sunny day, showcasing the excitement of a successful outing.
    Fish 1
    Blacktip Shark
    Heather G.
    Heather G.
    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.
  • A proud angler holding a large Barracuda while on a fishing charter, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Great Barracuda
    Kevin L.
    Kevin L.
    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!!!
  • Dolphin surfacing in open ocean waters beneath a dramatic cloud-filled sky, viewed from a charter boat.
    Kasey A.
    Kasey A.
    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.
  • Angler proudly displaying a caught Hammerhead Shark while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Bonnethead Shark
    Jill B.
    Jill B.
    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!

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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