CJ Sportfishing 

5.0
(9 reviews)
 Page Street 321, Sneads Ferry, NC 28460, United States–

CJ Sportfishing 

Sneads Ferry, NC, United States
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32 ft
6
5.0
(9 reviews)

Looking to catch some fish in Sneads Ferry? CJ Sportfishing is your ticket!

You're likely to fish for Amberjack, Bluefish, Skipjack, Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Flounder, Gag Grouper, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Black Seabass, Blacktip Shark, Blackfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, and more if you come at the right time of year. On these trips, it's common to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

CJ Sportfishing is a child-friendly charter service, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty belly!

Your fishing machine for the day is a 32' Center console with capacity for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish for Gulf Stream Charters (or upon request). Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

It's never a bad idea to bring sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. Bottled water is included, free of charge. 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 CJ Sportfishing is just a click away.

Looking to catch some fish in Sneads Ferry? CJ Sportfishing is your ticket!

You're likely to fish for Amberjack, Bluefish, Skipjack, Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Flounder, Gag Grouper, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Black Seabass, Blacktip Shark, Blackfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, and more if you come at the right time of year. On these trips, it's common to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

CJ Sportfishing is a child-friendly charter service, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty belly!

Your fishing machine for the day is a 32' Center console with capacity for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish for Gulf Stream Charters (or upon request). Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

It's never a bad idea to bring sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. Bottled water is included, free of charge. 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 CJ Sportfishing is just a click away.

Thomas Franklin
Captain
Thomas Franklin
11 years of experience
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4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+4
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Midshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+4
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Mid Shore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+4
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
Wahoo
+5
US $2,400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

5.0
9 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (14)

Reviews (9)

  • Walter Bayne
    Walter Bayne
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent trip

    8 Hour Trip – Mid Shore on July 15, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had an enjoyable day with Tom. We did a little trolling and structure fishing. Caught a nice gag grouper, Black Sea bass and very nice triggers. Weather cooperated, seas were nice as we moved from spot to spot. Disappointed we didn’t book longer than an eight hour trip. Thanks

  • Heath Ergas
    Heath Ergas
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2021
    7 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Captain/First Mate

    6 Hour Trip – Midshore on September 6, 2026 • 4 adults

    We had a great trip! We combined trolling and bottom fishing to catch a ton of fish. They are great with kids and know what they are doing. I would not hesitate to book with them again!!!

  • Elisha Harned
    Elisha Harned
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    everything and more

    6 Hour Trip – Midshore on July 1, 2026 • 3 adults

    Had special request and the captain abliged, we could not have asked for a better time!!! We are already planning the next trip!!!!

  • John Wilson
    John Wilson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2022
    7 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great days fishing with Cptn Tom

    6 Hour Trip – Midshore on June 20, 2026 • 4 adults

    We had a great days fishing and caught several fish. We would thoroughly recommend this charter.

  • Preston Clark
    Preston Clark
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2024
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    so far my best fishing experience

    6 Hour Trip – Midshore on June 25, 2026 • 1 adult

    i told captain thomas i wanted to catch a mahi. he said no promises but we will try, and he gave me a bunch of info on what we will have to do to find them. based off everything he was telling me, it gave me lots of faith that i was gonna catch the fish of my dreams. and so we get out on the water, and my very first fish of the day was my mahi mahi. and oh buddy i coulda left right after i reeled it in bc that alone made my trip. well we obviously stayed out and caught hella fish. i am definitely coming back to take a boys trip with ya hopefully within the next couple months!!

  • Douglas Rowe
    Douglas Rowe
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Captain, boat and fishing experience!!

    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM) on July 16, 2026 • 5 adults • 2 children

    Captain Tom was great and got is on the fish in short order! Great expericed Captain the boat was fantastic. Caught many different species of fish. I will be booking him in the future without a doubt. Do yourself a favor and do the same!

  • Robert Mohr
    Robert Mohr
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Thomas

    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM) on July 27, 2026 • 4 adults

    had a great time and captain Tom was great

  • Robert Budzilek
    Robert Budzilek
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2019
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    August fishing trip

    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM) on August 5, 2025 • 5 adults
  • Matt Metarko
    Matt Metarko
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    June fishing trip

    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM) on June 26, 2025 • 5 adults • 2 children

Rating

5.0
9 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (14)

All reviews (9)

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Preston Clark
Preston Clark
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
5.0
Verified
so far my best fishing experience
6 Hour Trip – Midshore on June 25, 2026 • 1 adult

i told captain thomas i wanted to catch a mahi. he said no promises but we will try, and he gave me a bunch of info on what we will have to do to find them. based off everything he was telling me, it gave me lots of faith that i was gonna catch the fish of my dreams. and so we get out on the water, and my very first fish of the day was my mahi mahi. and oh buddy i coulda left right after i reeled it in bc that alone made my trip. well we obviously stayed out and caught hella fish. i am definitely coming back to take a boys trip with ya hopefully within the next couple months!!

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Amberjack
Gag Grouper
Grunt
+1
Thomas Franklin
Response from Captain

thank you had a great day was very happy to be able to get your targeted species, look forward to getting you out again in the future

Walter Bayne
Walter Bayne
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Excellent trip
8 Hour Trip – Mid Shore on July 15, 2026 • 2 adults

We had an enjoyable day with Tom. We did a little trolling and structure fishing. Caught a nice gag grouper, Black Sea bass and very nice triggers. Weather cooperated, seas were nice as we moved from spot to spot. Disappointed we didn’t book longer than an eight hour trip. Thanks

Thomas Franklin
Response from Captain

thank you cant wait to get you guys back for a december trip!

Douglas Rowe
Douglas Rowe
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Captain, boat and fishing experience!!
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM) on July 16, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

Captain Tom was great and got is on the fish in short order! Great expericed Captain the boat was fantastic. Caught many different species of fish. I will be booking him in the future without a doubt. Do yourself a favor and do the same!

Reported catch:
Black Seabass
Redfish
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Heath Ergas
Heath Ergas
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2021
7 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Captain/First Mate
6 Hour Trip – Midshore on September 6, 2026 • 4 adults

We had a great trip! We combined trolling and bottom fishing to catch a ton of fish. They are great with kids and know what they are doing. I would not hesitate to book with them again!!!

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Grunt
Elisha Harned
Elisha Harned
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
everything and more
6 Hour Trip – Midshore on July 1, 2026 • 3 adults

Had special request and the captain abliged, we could not have asked for a better time!!! We are already planning the next trip!!!!

Reported catch:
Grunt
Gag Grouper
Thomas Franklin
Response from Captain

very happy you guys had fun! hope to see you in the future for another trip!!!

FAQs about CJ Sportfishing

CJ Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Midshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Mid Shore (8 hours)
  • US $2,400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 12 Hour Trip – Gulf Stream (12 hours)
When you book a trip with CJ Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Head in Console
  • GPS Dual Simrad
  • Fishfinder Simrad
  • Live bait well 60 Gallon Transom Livewell
  • Multimedia system Sirius Radio / Bluetooth Radio
  • Outriggers 20 foot Lees
  • Ice box In Floor fish box and 110 Quart for Food/Drinks
  • Radar Simrad Halo
Trips booked with CJ Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is available upon request or depending on the type of trip we are on)
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Bottled Water on ice provided)
  • First mate (20% tip is customary )
  • Fishing license (All fishing licenses are covered under our boats permits)
CJ Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We will run 1-80 nautical miles offshore depending on the trip booked and species we are targeting)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
CJ Sportfishing 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 CJ Sportfishing include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)

Your captain

Thomas Franklin
Thomas Franklin
Sneads Ferry, North Carolina, United States
ID & license verified
9 Customer reviews
Typical response within 4 hours
Member since April 2025
Benefit from Capt. Thomas's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Sneads Ferry. The crew has you covered if you wish to try bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Thomas Franklin
Thomas Franklin
Fully verified
9
reviews
2025
member since
~4h
response
Benefit from Capt. Thomas's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Sneads Ferry. The crew has you covered if you wish to try bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Amberjack
Amberjack
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Real catches by this captain

  • Great Captain/First Mate
    Heath E.
    Heath E.
  • Excellent trip
    Walter B.
    Walter B.
  • everything and more
    Elisha H.
    Elisha H.
  • so far my best fishing experience
    Preston C.
    Preston C.
  • Great days fishing with Cptn Tom
    John W.
    John W.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
32 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
Regulator
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
43 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck 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

Toilet
Head in Console
GPS
Dual Simrad
Fishfinder
Simrad
Live bait well
60 Gallon Transom Livewell
Multimedia system
Sirius Radio / Bluetooth Radio
Outriggers
20 foot Lees
Ice box
In Floor fish box and 110 Quart for Food/Drinks
Radar
Simrad Halo
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is available upon request or depending on the type of trip we are on
Lures
Drinks
Bottled Water on ice provided
First mate
20% tip is customary
Fishing license
All fishing licenses are covered under our boats permits

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Sneads Ferry to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
We love to have kids aboard, as a father of 3 we are more than accommodating to our young anglers, I will put them first to the rest of clients on a trip because if they have a good day we all have a great day, we also keep a little cache of snacks
No smoking
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express

What’s biting in Sneads Ferry right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
BonitoBonito
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
FlounderFlounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)

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