Book your next trip with Tradition Fishing and come discover endless possibilities in Hatteras, North Carolina! These waters have something for everyone, from the dedicated angler to the adventurous family. Trips are run by Captain Cameron Whitaker, a Hatteras Island native who has been fishing these waters for most of his life. His goal is to give everyone on board the experience of a lifetime!

Step aboard a 25’ Ricky Scarborough, a fishing machine built in 2018 and ready to go. Powered by a 250 HP Suzuki engine, this craft has a maximum cruising speed of 25 knots. She comes equipped with a flybridge and advanced fishing technology, including Garmin electronics and a live bait well. There is room on board for up to four passengers and children of all ages are welcome.

You will find no shortage of opportunities while exploring the inshore and nearshore waters of Hatteras. A half day trip takes you around the inlet and into the backwaters of the Pamlico Sound, where you can catch Bluefish, Flounder, Cobia, slot Red Drum, and even trophy Red Drum on occasion.

A full day trip allows you to cast lines in many different areas, with a chance to reel in the same species (only more of them!) and perhaps even some which live farther out in the ocean. Even those who are not avid fishermen can enjoy these waters while clamming and sand dollaring.

Capt. Cameron provides fishing gear by Innovative Reel Technology and Meat Hog Fishing. Depending on the species, you might target your catch using any technique from trolling and drift fishing to popping. You can also target some species on fly, or by spearfishing and bow fishing. Anglers intent on using these specialized techniques should bring their own equipment.

Tradition Fishing provides a fishing license and spinning gear. Depending on the species and local regulations, you are welcome to keep your catch.

Come aboard today for an unforgettable experience!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $550
    This is a light tackle trip that focuses on inshore fishing around the inlet and ocean, and back water fishing in the Pamlico Sound. Targeted species change with the seasons, but primarily on half day trips we catch slot size Red Drum, trophy Red Drum, Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Trout, Cobia, and Flounder. Half day trips are full of amazing things to see and all kinds of wildlife. Half day trips can also be split between clamming, fishing, and there is also options for sand dollaring.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $550
    This trip focuses on inshore fishing around the inlet and ocean, in addition to back water fishing in the Pamlico Sound. Targeted species change with the seasons, but we primarily catch slot size Red Drum, trophy Red Drum, Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Trout, Cobia, and Flounder. Half day trips can also be split between clamming, fishing, and or sand dollaring.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $1,100
    Full-day trips target the same species as a half day but allow more time on the fish, and the opportunity to cover more spots and fish areas farther away from the dock. Hatteras is very unique and offers many different areas to fish that can be covered on a full-day trip. This trip is tailored for the fishermen who want to create an experience of a lifetime. Weather permitting will also allow us to pursue species deeper out in the ocean. This trip also offers options like fishing to O
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FAQs about Tradition Fishing

Tradition Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Tradition Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Garmin
  • Fishfinder Garmin
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System Stereo
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Tradition Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Innovative Reel Technology, Meat Hog Fishing)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Fishing License

Tradition Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Tradition Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing (BYO fly rod)
  • Drift Fishing
  • Bowfishing (BYO bow)
  • Spearfishing (BYO spear)

Top targeted fish species with Tradition Fishing include:
  • Bluefish
  • Clam
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Weakfish

Meet the Captain

Cameron Whitaker
Hatteras, North Carolina, United States
ID & license verified
25 Customer reviews
Response time 7 hours
Member since September 2016
Captain Cameron Whitaker is a Hatteras Island native. He started fishing with his father at a young age, and got his first boat when he was just 10 years old! He learned the local waters by navigating through the Pamlico Sound. At 16, he began his career as a first mate aboard a local inshore head boat called Cap’n Clam. He also spent many days working aboard the offshore head boat Miss Hatteras. Fishing was only a summer job at the time, while Cameron started studying at East Carolina University. By the age of 20, he was a first mate for Captain Rick Caton aboard the Free Agent. In 2015, Capt. Cameron decided to chart his own course and purchased his first inshore charter boat. He says, "Since my dad is a charter fisherman, it seemed only natural that I follow suit!"

About this listing

Targeted species

Bluefish Bluefish
Clam Clam
Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder

Boat specs

Ricky Scarborough (Center console) originally built in 2018. Powered by a 250HP suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 25 knots.

Length
25 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing
BYO fly rod
Drift Fishing
Bowfishing
BYO bow
Spearfishing
BYO spear

Amenities

GPS
Garmin
Fishfinder
Garmin
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Stereo
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Innovative Reel Technology, Meat Hog Fishing
Live Bait
Lures
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

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Excellent
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Fishing with Cameron
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Michael K.
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Fishing with Cameron

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 14, 2023
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Christopher L.
Lynchburg, Virginia
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Great Day on the Water

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 3, 2023
My brother and I had a great time on the water with Cameron.  He put us on the fish and came home with a good catch of Sea...
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Cody M.
United States
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Half Day With Captain Cameron

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 28, 2022
Captain Cameron was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Got us on fish fast. Will be going out with him again in the near...
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Mike F.
Fairfax, VA
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Blue battle !

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 20, 2022
Great time with my daughters . Cam has personality, knowledge, and worked hard to put us on the fish !
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John P.
PRNC FREDERCK, MD
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Morning trip with Capt. Whitaker

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 16, 2021
My adult son and I loved the trip with Cameron. Perfect weather and some fish for the smoker. Hooked a nurse shark. We will...
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