Badfish Fishing Charters, LLC 

4.8/5 (18 reviews)
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 Lewis Road 579, Hampstead, NC 28443, United States

Badfish Fishing Charters, LLC 

Hampstead, NC, United States
31 ft
6
4.8/5 (18 reviews)

If you're ready to discover fishing in Sneads Ferry, book a trip with Badfish Fishing Charters, LLC. Captain Daniel will be your guide, giving you access to their angling experience.

Around here it's common to catch Gag Grouper, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Spanish Mackerel, Vermilion Snapper, Gray Triggerfish, Wahoo, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Grunt, Cobia, Sailfish, Great Barracuda, Bluefish, and more with any luck.

On these trips, it's common to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

You're free to keep any fish you catch, assuming they're legal to harvest.

Trips with Badfish Fishing Charters, LLC are fun for all ages, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks to keep their stamina going!

You'll find yourself aboard a 31' Sportfishing Express with capacity for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. As well as Starlink Wifi available for customers to use.

Capt. Daniel will provide rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is included, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 20% tip.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

A few items to bring include a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). There will be some drinks on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. So make it happen, with Badfish Fishing Charters!

If you're ready to discover fishing in Sneads Ferry, book a trip with Badfish Fishing Charters, LLC. Captain Daniel will be your guide, giving you access to their angling experience.

Around here it's common to catch Gag Grouper, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Spanish Mackerel, Vermilion Snapper, Gray Triggerfish, Wahoo, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Grunt, Cobia, Sailfish, Great Barracuda, Bluefish, and more with any luck.

On these trips, it's common to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

You're free to keep any fish you catch, assuming they're legal to harvest.

Trips with Badfish Fishing Charters, LLC are fun for all ages, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks to keep their stamina going!

You'll find yourself aboard a 31' Sportfishing Express with capacity for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. As well as Starlink Wifi available for customers to use.

Capt. Daniel will provide rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is included, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 20% tip.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

A few items to bring include a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). There will be some drinks on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. So make it happen, with Badfish Fishing Charters!

Daniel Powell
Captain
Daniel Powell
14 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

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Trip availability and prices

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August 2026
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Half day near shore AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half day off shore AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
+8
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half day near shore PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half day off shore PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Off Shore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
+5
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full day
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $1,750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Gulf Stream Off Shore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 4:30 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)
+6
US $2,150
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 6 people looking at this charter.

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Rating

4.8
18 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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William Cosmo
William Cosmo
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
New
target fishing!
Half day off shore AM on August 18, 20264 adults2 children

captain and crew understood the assignment. got our kiddos on the fish they have been dreaming of catching. will be rebooking for years to come.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Great Barracuda
Clifford Price
Clifford Price
us
West Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome trip
Half day off shore AM on July 31, 20266 adults

Crew was amazing, caught 2 Mahi Mahi, several groupers and seabass. Definitely will be booking again with these guys.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Grunt
Cobia
Daniel Powell
Response from Captain

Thanks for fishing with us!

Jason Brown
Jason Brown
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Absolutely amazing trip!!!
Half day off shore PM on July 29, 20262 adults3 children

Daniel and Austin were amazing great crew kept us on fish patient with our kids very knowledgeable and couldnt of ask for more!!

Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
+1
Daniel Powell
Response from Captain

We had a blast with you guys! Thanks for fishing with us!

Paul Geffre
Paul Geffre
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
New
Great experience!
Half day off shore PM on August 7, 20262 adults4 children

Dan and Austin were great to fish with. Very knowledgeable of the area and where to catch fish. We would fish with them again if we are back on Topsail.

Bobby Taylor
Bobby Taylor
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
great guys, great time, tasty fish
Half day off shore AM on July 30, 20264 adults

had a blast caught some dinner! cant ask for more.

Reported catch:
Cobia
Grunt
Daniel Powell
Response from Captain

Thanks for fishing with us!

FAQs about Badfish Fishing Charters, LLC

Badfish Fishing Charters, LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $750 per group - Half day near shore AM (5 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Half day near shore PM (5 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Half day off shore AM (5 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Half day off shore PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 3/4 Day Off Shore (6 hours)
  • US $1,750 per group - Full day (8 hours)
  • US $2,150 per group - Gulf Stream Off Shore (12 hours)
When you book a trip with Badfish Fishing Charters, LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private head inside cabin.
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Badfish Fishing Charters, LLC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bat is included as needed. It all depends on the trip and what we are going after. It is included in price if we are going to use it. Usually we catch it the day before but sometimes we will be getting it the morning of the trip.)
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Water is provided but you may bring your own. )
  • First mate (offers fish cleaning 1$ per lbs)
  • Fishing license (I have a blanket license that covers all anglers and it is included in the trip price. )
Badfish Fishing Charters, LLC offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (It can range from 10-40+ miles offshore. It all depends on the trip you book, I put a lot of time doing research on the rip charts and locating the best possible places for what we are going after. )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Badfish Fishing Charters, LLC offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Handline
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Badfish Fishing Charters, LLC include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grunt
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Daniel Powell
Daniel Powell
Daniel Powell

Hampstead, North Carolina, United States

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
18 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2026

Capt. Daniel runs trips out of Sneads Ferry aboard 31' Luhrs Sportfishing. Explore these waters teeming with Sailfish, Spanish Mackerel and Grunt under Daniel's expert guidance. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
18 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2026

Capt. Daniel runs trips out of Sneads Ferry aboard 31' Luhrs Sportfishing. Explore these waters teeming with Sailfish, Spanish Mackerel and Grunt under Daniel's expert guidance. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Grunt
Grunt
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Sailfish
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Wahoo
Wahoo
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • great trip!
    Aimee B.
    Aimee B.
  • Great day
    J.d. B.
    J.d. B.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
31 ft
Year built
1994
Restored in
2007
Boat manufacturer
Luhrs
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Yanmar
Powered by
2 x 70HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
It can range from 10-40+ miles offshore. It all depends on the trip you book, I put a lot of time doing research on the rip charts and locating the best possible places for what we are going after.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Private head inside cabin.
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bat is included as needed. It all depends on the trip and what we are going after. It is included in price if we are going to use it. Usually we catch it the day before but sometimes we will be getting it the morning of the trip.
Lures
Drinks
Water is provided but you may bring your own.
First mate
offers fish cleaning 1$ per lbs
Fishing license
I have a blanket license that covers all anglers and it is included in the trip price.

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Provide age and weight to ensure proper life vest
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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 Hampstead right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
SailfishSailfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
WahooWahoo

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