**Above C-Level Adventures** 

4.8
(382 reviews)
 Mill Landing Road 4457, Wanchese, NC 27981, United States–

**Above C-Level Adventures** 

Wanchese, NC, United States
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22 ft
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4.8
(382 reviews)

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Join Above C-Level Adventures, based out of Wanchese NC and docked at Wanchese Marina and Landing Grill. Together you will explore the Bay, marsh flats, and the Atlantic! Let local Capt. Clay McPherson guide you to all of his favorite hot spots in the area.

Charters are aboard a smooth-riding 22' Key West Bay Boat with GPS navigation, Digital Imaging Fishfinder electronics, and a multimedia system. It also features multiple live bait tanks, an ice box, and all rods and fishing tackle.

Above C-Level Charters will have you tackling a wide variety of fish species that this area is blessed with, such as Trout, Flounder, Red Drum, Sheephead, Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, Striped Bass and more, and all within an entertaining and laid back environment. The crew caters to both novice and seasoned anglers and the charters are family-friendly, so bring the kids along for a fun day on the water! All trips include fishing gear and tackle, bait, and licenses.

If you have a certain species of fish you wish to target or are just looking to catch whatever is the biggest and biting the best, Capt. Clay will make sure you have the best opportunity to target your desired fish and are comfortable onboard the vessel.

Please feel free to bring your drinks and snacks as these are not included.

Join Above C-Level Adventures, based out of Wanchese NC and docked at Wanchese Marina and Landing Grill. Together you will explore the Bay, marsh flats, and the Atlantic! Let local Capt. Clay McPherson guide you to all of his favorite hot spots in the area.

Charters are aboard a smooth-riding 22' Key West Bay Boat with GPS navigation, Digital Imaging Fishfinder electronics, and a multimedia system. It also features multiple live bait tanks, an ice box, and all rods and fishing tackle.

Above C-Level Charters will have you tackling a wide variety of fish species that this area is blessed with, such as Trout, Flounder, Red Drum, Sheephead, Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, Striped Bass and more, and all within an entertaining and laid back environment. The crew caters to both novice and seasoned anglers and the charters are family-friendly, so bring the kids along for a fun day on the water! All trips include fishing gear and tackle, bait, and licenses.

If you have a certain species of fish you wish to target or are just looking to catch whatever is the biggest and biting the best, Capt. Clay will make sure you have the best opportunity to target your desired fish and are comfortable onboard the vessel.

Please feel free to bring your drinks and snacks as these are not included.

Above C-Level Charters
Charter Operator
Above C-Level Charters
12 years of experience

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2 Hr Fishing Blitz
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 5:00 PM)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $300
Entire boat: up to 4 people
2 hr Sand Island hoping
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (11:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Redfish
Speckled Trout
US $300
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Trolling Dolohin Tour
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (11:00 AM, 3:00 PM)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $300
Entire boat: up to 4 people
2 hr Kids Special Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (3:30 PM, 5:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+2
US $300
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 hr Inshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 10:30 AM)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Sheepshead
+1
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hr Inshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (11:00 AM, 3:30 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Flounder
+2
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 hr Inshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 1:00 PM)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+2
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hr Inshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 11:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hr Do it all trip..
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
+6
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.8
382 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (411)

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
93%
Recommended
85%
Caught fish

Reviews (382)

  • Alan Belles
    Alan Belles
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Kids special was a great little trip!!

    2 hr Kids Special Trip on May 21, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    We chose to go on the 2 hour kids special trip, our daughter was so excited to get the chance to go "fishing on the boat" and the 2 hr trip was perfect for finding out how she would handle being on board. Captain Clay was great with our daughter and helped her catch her fish on a boat. Also he brought us to a nice little island to explore the beach. If you are looking to bring a young child out for their first boating experience I highly recommend Captain Clay and Above C Level Adventures.

  • Mike & Kim Mantia
    Mike & Kim Mantia
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Clay

    4 Hour Bay Fishing (AM) on May 27, 2024 • 4 adults

    My two sons and I went on a long weekend to visit my other son stationed in Florida in the Air Force. We wanted to spend some quality time together doing something we all enjoy. We had found Captain Clay on fishingbooker.com and booked. Captain Clay reached out immediately asking questions about the occasion, us and other things that could help him provide the best experience he could… and he did. One of the first things he did was thank my son for his service. Got us on board the boat and took us catching! Captain Clay was educating, patient (with the tangled lines) comical and not a bad DJ either. We will be back to do more catching!! Thank you Captain Clay! Mike

  • Ed Johnson
    Ed Johnson
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent morning in the bay!

    4 Hour Bay Fishing (AM) on June 14, 2024 • 3 adults

    Clay did an amazing job with us this morning! He reached out shortly after booking to find out what kinds of fish we were after and we chose staying in the bay and target some of his favorite areas. We all caught fish and had a great time with a great captain! I would definitely recommend reaching out to Clay if you’re in the area looking for a fun day on the water. Can’t wait to come back again and hit the Gulf next time!

  • Anthony Rotolo
    Anthony Rotolo
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Ryders first fish

    2 Hr Fishing Blitz on August 10, 2025 • 3 adults

    Captain Clay was great with are sun nice time on the water. Experienced anglers might want to book something longer as they well know. But if your looking to give it a go and see what this is like definitely recommend.

  • Sean Wargo
    Sean Wargo
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Put us on the fish!

    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (11AM) on July 13, 2023 • 6 adults

    First things first - as the pics show Capt Clay and his first mate put us on the fish! Loads of ribbon fish, a couple of drum and an odd trout were all hooked and brought to hand. It was a more passive, trolling experience than active individual fishing but was a fun time bringing in the fish. The crew was friendly as well making it an all around good time for my brothers, son and niece out on the water. Much cooler out there as well for those seeking a slight reprieve from the heat. The only ding was what I think was a miscommunication about the cleaning of the fish, which our reservation said was included but we had to pay separately for at the harbor shop. Just a note to future customers to clarify that up front since the cost can add up when you have a big haul like we did. My bad in this case for not raising with the caption since I didn’t catch it until too late. Thus I can only blame myself. Consider yourself informed!

  • Rachael Acacia Morrell
    Rachael Acacia Morrell
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Capt. Clay was Great

    2 hr Kids Special Trip on April 15, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Clay was great with our 6 yr old and 11 yr old. Even though you can't go far on a 2 hr trip we caught 4 or 5 blue fish and a skate. The kids had a blast and the 11yr old even learned a little.

  • Nik Christine
    Nik Christine
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    GREAT Quality at a GREAT price

    2 hr Kids Special Trip on September 24, 2025 • 1 adult

    You’re going to be hard pressed to find a better trip at any price. Kid friendly, local knowledge, and the best two hours of family time on the water!

  • Ryan Boisvert
    Ryan Boisvert
    Repeat angler
    us
    Vermont, US
    Member since 2024
    3 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Not much biting

    2 Hr Fishing Blitz on August 1, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Captain clay was great and took good care of us... just not much biting today. We only got two sting rays and lots of seaweed. We only did a quick 2 hr tour, so I'm sure given more time captain clay could have gotten us some big ones!

  • Kris Akin
    Kris Akin
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing

    2 Hr Fishing Blitz on July 8, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child

    We had a blast. Clay was very personable! This was my little boys first charter experience. Definitely will be booking again with Clay in the future.

  • Royce Johnson
    Royce Johnson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Charter

    2 Hr Fishing Blitz on June 11, 2025 • 2 adults

    I would highly recommend above sea charters. You will always catch fish even on days the other charters are struggling. First class service and experience.

Rating

4.8
382 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (411)

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
93%
Recommended
85%
Caught fish

All reviews (382)

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Alan Belles
Alan Belles
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Kids special was a great little trip!!
2 hr Kids Special Trip on May 21, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

We chose to go on the 2 hour kids special trip, our daughter was so excited to get the chance to go "fishing on the boat" and the 2 hr trip was perfect for finding out how she would handle being on board. Captain Clay was great with our daughter and helped her catch her fish on a boat. Also he brought us to a nice little island to explore the beach. If you are looking to bring a young child out for their first boating experience I highly recommend Captain Clay and Above C Level Adventures.

Eric Katz
Eric Katz
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
5.0
Verified
New
clay knows where the fish are!
4 Hr Inshore Trip - 3:30 PM on September 11, 2026 • 3 adults

got is right on some fish. was professional and polite. focus was us having a good time. could not ask for better! highly recommend.

Justin Christy
Justin Christy
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great experience
2 Hr Fishing Blitz on June 16, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child

The captain was great and helped my 5 year old catch fish and see the sound. I would book with him again

William Nurney Iii
William Nurney Iii
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Family Day
4 Hr Inshore Trip on August 5, 2025 • 3 adults

Great communication & actually got to go earlier than when booked. Overall a good day for the conditions of weather we had fishing for the week. Which we had a great family time out on the water. We did catch a few fish but nothing like earlier in the week. Like I said weather played a factor even the offshore boats were trolling inland cause they couldn't get offshore that day. Will take another charter in the future with Above C Level. (After the trip was over my kid said he actually like the hands on experience with this charter unlike some other charters where you sit and wait for fish to get hooked then you reel it in) Thanks again

Reported catch:
Flounder
Above C-Level Charters
Response from Charter operator

Pleasure having you guys!!! See you in the future hopefully

Mike Mantia
Mike Mantia
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Captain Clay
4 Hour Bay Fishing (AM) on May 27, 2024 • 4 adults

My two sons and I went on a long weekend to visit my other son stationed in Florida in the Air Force. We wanted to spend some quality time together doing something we all enjoy. We had found Captain Clay on fishingbooker.com and booked. Captain Clay reached out immediately asking questions about the occasion, us and other things that could help him provide the best experience he could… and he did. One of the first things he did was thank my son for his service. Got us on board the boat and took us catching! Captain Clay was educating, patient (with the tangled lines) comical and not a bad DJ either. We will be back to do more catching!! Thank you Captain Clay! Mike

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Flounder
Speckled Trout
Grunt
Above C-Level Charters
Response from Charter operator

It was def a pleasure meeting you guys!! Hope to see you again sometime soon!!

FAQs about **Above C-Level Adventures**

**Above C-Level Adventures** offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per group - 2 Hr Fishing Blitz (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group - 2 Hr Fishing Blitz - 5:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group - 2 hr Kids Special Trip (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group - 2 hr Kids Special Trip - 5:30 PM (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - 2 hr Sand Island hoping (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group, additional US $30 per person after 3 guests - 2 hr Sand Island hoping - 1:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group - Trolling Dolohin Tour (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group - Trolling Dolohin Tour - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 4 hr Inshore Trip (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 4 Hr Inshore Trip (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 4 hr Inshore Trip - 10:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 4 Hr Inshore Trip - 3:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 6 hr Inshore Trip (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 6 Hr Inshore Trip (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 6 hr Inshore Trip - 1:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 8 Hr Do it all trip.. (8 hours)
When you book a trip with **Above C-Level Adventures**, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with **Above C-Level Adventures** include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (When needed)
  • Lures
  • Fishing license (A blanket license is what we all have and it covers every passenger on the boat!!!)
**Above C-Level Adventures** offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
**Above C-Level Adventures** offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Bowfishing
  • Flounder gigging
Top targeted fish species with **Above C-Level Adventures** include:
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Flounder
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your operator

Above C-Level Charters
Above C-Level Charters

Wanchese, North Carolina, United States

26 Fishing Reports
382 Customer reviews
Typical response within 3 hours
Member since May 2016

Captain Clay has always loved fishing, no matter if it is in fresh or salt water. He keeps his charters low stress and full of fun and is very safety conscious. He loves to teach both kids and adults how to improve their skills and is very patient with all angler levels. More than anything, he loves being out on the water and seeing everyone with a smile on their face.

Above C-Level Charters
Above C-Level Charters
26
reports
382
reviews
2016
member since
~3h
response
Captain Clay has always loved fishing, no matter if it is in fresh or salt water. He keeps his charters low stress and full of fun and is very safety conscious. He loves to teach both kids and adults how to improve their skills and is very patient with all angler levels. More than anything, he loves being out on the water and seeing everyone with a smile on their face.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Kids special was a great little trip!!
    Alan B.
    Alan B.
  • GREAT Quality at a GREAT price
    Nik C.
    Nik C.
  • Ryders first fish
    Anthony R.
    Anthony R.
  • Amazing
    Kris A.
    Kris A.
  • Awesome Charter
    Royce J.
    Royce J.
  • Great trip
    Jordan S.
    Jordan S.
  • October Pamlico Sound trip
    Robert H.
    Robert H.
  • October fishing trip
    Kirsten O.
    Kirsten O.
  • Fishing with Clay
    Magdalena P.
    Magdalena P.
  • Great morning on the water
    Michael P.
    Michael P.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2013
Boat manufacturer
Key West
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Bowfishing
Flounder Gigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
When needed
Lures
Fishing license
A blanket license is what we all have and it covers every passenger on the boat!!!

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
All age limits are allowed!! We love kids and love teaching them what's it's all about!!!
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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

 PayPal

What’s biting in Wanchese right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
FlounderFlounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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