Capt Billy Baxley
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.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
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+8Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
95%
Aug 16, 2025
6 Hour trip
Title: Unforgettable Day on the Water with Captain Bill Baxley
I recently had the pleasure of going on a fishing charter with Captain Bill Baxley, and it was an experience I won’t soon forget! From the moment we set sail, Captain Bill’s passion for fishing and knowledge of the waters were evident. He took the time to explain the best techniques and shared tips that really made a difference in our catch. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and comfortable, making our day on the water enjoyable. We were fortunate to reel in some impressive catches, and Captain Bill was always there to help and ensure we were having a great time. His enthusiasm and dedication to providing an excellent experience were truly commendable. If you’re looking for a fantastic fishing adventure, I highly recommend booking a trip with Captain Bill Baxley. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, he tailors the experience to fit everyone’s needs. Can’t wait for my next trip!
I recently had the pleasure of going on a fishing charter with Captain Bill Baxley, and it was an experience I won’t soon forget!...
Jul 31, 2025
Kids Trip1:00pm 2Hrs
Incredible!
Captain Billy was amazing! We did the 2 hour kid charter as a first introduction to fishing on a boat for my 4 year old. Billy was amazing in how he worked with my son and he delivered on every request that my son made. He went the extra mile, including educating my son on features of each fish that we caught (pin, croaker, and blacktip shark, which was exactly what my son asked for). We are already checking schedules to see when we can get back to the coast and book with Captain Billy again, for a 4 hour charter.
Captain Billy was amazing! We did the 2 hour kid charter as a first introduction to fishing on a boat for my 4 year old. Billy...
Jul 29, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore
100% Captain Billy
Captain Billy was excellent! We had 4 kids and 2 adults, captain managed us very well and was a pleasure to chat with. Fishing was hard, so hot! Water temps at 88 degrees. But we were able to catch a few Spanish mackerel then we were able to get the kids bottom fishing and catching something every time the bait hit the bottom! Didn’t get to keep much but a solid win and the again I can’t impress how well he managed us with that many kids! We will be back!
Captain Billy was excellent! We had 4 kids and 2 adults, captain managed us very well and was a pleasure to chat with. Fishing...
Aug 20, 2025
Kids Trip1:00pm 2Hrs
Professional guide beautiful outing
Captain Baxley took us out and put us on the fish. The teenagers really enjoyed the outing as much as they did the sharing of his passion for fishing. We all learned a lot from him, even though we did not catch very many fish due to the recent bad weather. He did his very best to make sure our fishing experience was very memorable. We will definitely book with him again when we are in the area.
Captain Baxley took us out and put us on the fish. The teenagers really enjoyed the outing as much as they did the sharing of...
Aug 14, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore
Great fishing trip with fantastic captain
Captain Billy was one of the best charter captains we have experienced. He was super friendly and provided hands on help to folks in our group who wanted it, and he allowed a lot of independence to folks who didn’t want much help. He was great with our mainly teenage crew, and gave them lots of fishing tips! Would highly recommend. We went on the four hour hear shore trip.
Captain Billy was one of the best charter captains we have experienced. He was super friendly and provided hands on help to folks...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (11)
+8Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
95%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Title: Unforgettable Day on the Water with Captain Bill Baxley
6 Hour trip on August 16, 2025
I recently had the pleasure of going on a fishing charter with Captain Bill Baxley, and it was an experience I won’t soon forget! From the moment we set sail, Captain Bill’s passion for fishing and knowledge of the waters were evident. He took the time to explain the best techniques and shared tips that really made a difference in our catch. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and comfortable, making our day on the water enjoyable. We were fortunate to reel in some impressive catches, and Captain Bill was always there to help and ensure we were having a great time. His enthusiasm and dedication to providing an excellent experience were truly commendable. If you’re looking for a fantastic fishing adventure, I highly recommend booking a trip with Captain Bill Baxley. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, he tailors the experience to fit everyone’s needs. Can’t wait for my next trip!
I recently had the pleasure of going on a fishing charter with Captain Bill Baxley, and it was an experience I won’t soon forget! From the moment we set sail, Captain Bill’s passion for fishing and knowledge of the waters were evident. He took the time to explain the best techniques and shared tips that really made a difference in our catch. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and comfortable, making our day on the water enjoyable. We were fortunate to reel in some impressive catches, and Captain...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Incredible!
Kids Trip1:00pm 2Hrs on July 31, 2025
Captain Billy was amazing! We did the 2 hour kid charter as a first introduction to fishing on a boat for my 4 year old. Billy was amazing in how he worked with my son and he delivered on every request that my son made. He went the extra mile, including educating my son on features of each fish that we caught (pin, croaker, and blacktip shark, which was exactly what my son asked for). We are already checking schedules to see when we can get back to the coast and book with Captain Billy again, for a 4 hour charter.
Captain Billy was amazing! We did the 2 hour kid charter as a first introduction to fishing on a boat for my 4 year old. Billy was amazing in how he worked with my son and he delivered on every request that my son made. He went the extra mile, including educating my son on features of each fish that we caught (pin, croaker, and blacktip shark, which was exactly what my son asked for). We are already checking schedules to see when we can get back to the coast and book with Captain Billy again,...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
100% Captain Billy
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore on July 29, 2025
Captain Billy was excellent! We had 4 kids and 2 adults, captain managed us very well and was a pleasure to chat with. Fishing was hard, so hot! Water temps at 88 degrees. But we were able to catch a few Spanish mackerel then we were able to get the kids bottom fishing and catching something every time the bait hit the bottom! Didn’t get to keep much but a solid win and the again I can’t impress how well he managed us with that many kids! We will be back!
Captain Billy was excellent! We had 4 kids and 2 adults, captain managed us very well and was a pleasure to chat with. Fishing was hard, so hot! Water temps at 88 degrees. But we were able to catch a few Spanish mackerel then we were able to get the kids bottom fishing and catching something every time the bait hit the bottom! Didn’t get to keep much but a solid win and the again I can’t impress how well he managed us with that many kids! We will be back!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Professional guide beautiful outing
Kids Trip1:00pm 2Hrs on August 20, 2025
Captain Baxley took us out and put us on the fish. The teenagers really enjoyed the outing as much as they did the sharing of his passion for fishing. We all learned a lot from him, even though we did not catch very many fish due to the recent bad weather. He did his very best to make sure our fishing experience was very memorable. We will definitely book with him again when we are in the area.
Captain Baxley took us out and put us on the fish. The teenagers really enjoyed the outing as much as they did the sharing of his passion for fishing. We all learned a lot from him, even though we did not catch very many fish due to the recent bad weather. He did his very best to make sure our fishing experience was very memorable. We will definitely book with him again when we are in the area.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great fishing trip with fantastic captain
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore on August 14, 2025
Captain Billy was one of the best charter captains we have experienced. He was super friendly and provided hands on help to folks in our group who wanted it, and he allowed a lot of independence to folks who didn’t want much help. He was great with our mainly teenage crew, and gave them lots of fishing tips! Would highly recommend. We went on the four hour hear shore trip.
Captain Billy was one of the best charter captains we have experienced. He was super friendly and provided hands on help to folks in our group who wanted it, and he allowed a lot of independence to folks who didn’t want much help. He was great with our mainly teenage crew, and gave them lots of fishing tips! Would highly recommend. We went on the four hour hear shore trip.
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