Backin’ Up Sportfishing Adventures 

4.9/5 (266 reviews)
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 Sailfish Drive 2000, Manteo, NC 27954, United States

Backin’ Up Sportfishing Adventures 

Manteo, NC, United States
46 ft
6
4.9/5 (266 reviews)

Backin' Up Sportfishing Charters provides exciting, family-friendly angling adventures along the nearshore waters of North Carolina's world-famous Outer Banks. Hop aboard the 'Backin' Up,' a true fishing machine, and get ready to cast your line for a whole host of awesome species!

The Backin' Up is the largest inshore and nearshore vessel departing out of Pirate's Cove Marina in Manteo. How's that for some serious bragging rights? Capable of accommodating up to 6 guests, this 46' Sheldon Midgett boat was completely rebuilt in 2014, and designed with sportfishing in mind. She's the perfect place to begin your fishing adventure!

Backin' Up is decked out with a comfortable and fully air-conditioned salon, a bathroom, the very latest in electronics, and a spacious cockpit. if you're a game fishing fanatic, you'll be pleased to discover there's a large Marlin chair, as well as two smaller fighting chairs.

This charter specializes in nearshore fishing the waters of the Outer Banks, meaning that both experienced and brand-new anglers will feel right at home on their adventure. Opt for a shorter trip, and you'll be targeting species such as Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Red Drum, Cobia, and Flounder. They offer the perfect introduction to fishing these waters!

For more experienced anglers, a longer adventure means you can head up to 30 miles offshore, where you'll cast your line for Tilefish, Seabass, Grouper, Amberjack, Shark, King Mackerel, and trolling species such as Sailfish and Mahi Mahi.

Custom fishing tackle is provided on board, and your captain and crew recommend that you bring plenty of snacks with you, as well as suitable clothing for the weather, polarized sunglasses, and soft-soled shoes. Most importantly, come with a bucket of smiles and an icebox to bring your catch home with you!

Backin' Up Sportfishing Charters provides exciting, family-friendly angling adventures along the nearshore waters of North Carolina's world-famous Outer Banks. Hop aboard the 'Backin' Up,' a true fishing machine, and get ready to cast your line for a whole host of awesome species!

The Backin' Up is the largest inshore and nearshore vessel departing out of Pirate's Cove Marina in Manteo. How's that for some serious bragging rights? Capable of accommodating up to 6 guests, this 46' Sheldon Midgett boat was completely rebuilt in 2014, and designed with sportfishing in mind. She's the perfect place to begin your fishing adventure!

Backin' Up is decked out with a comfortable and fully air-conditioned salon, a bathroom, the very latest in electronics, and a spacious cockpit. if you're a game fishing fanatic, you'll be pleased to discover there's a large Marlin chair, as well as two smaller fighting chairs.

This charter specializes in nearshore fishing the waters of the Outer Banks, meaning that both experienced and brand-new anglers will feel right at home on their adventure. Opt for a shorter trip, and you'll be targeting species such as Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Red Drum, Cobia, and Flounder. They offer the perfect introduction to fishing these waters!

For more experienced anglers, a longer adventure means you can head up to 30 miles offshore, where you'll cast your line for Tilefish, Seabass, Grouper, Amberjack, Shark, King Mackerel, and trolling species such as Sailfish and Mahi Mahi.

Custom fishing tackle is provided on board, and your captain and crew recommend that you bring plenty of snacks with you, as well as suitable clothing for the weather, polarized sunglasses, and soft-soled shoes. Most importantly, come with a bucket of smiles and an icebox to bring your catch home with you!

Backin' Up Sportfishing Charters
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Backin' Up Sportfishing Charters
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Inshore Trip
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 20
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Nearshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 20
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
+3
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Bottom/Troll Combo Trip
In high demand Last booked: 16 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 20
Amberjack
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
Triggerfish (Gray)
+1
US $1,850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Gulf Stream Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 15 - Oct 20
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Sailfish
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+2
US $2,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 27 people looking at this charter.

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (278)

What anglers say

94%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
89%
Caught fish

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Rachael Moss
Rachael Moss
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
LOVED THIS TRIP!
3/4 Day Nearshore Trip on July 10, 20262 adults1 child

this was a very special trip for my two sons and I. We love fishing and have always wanted to go ocean fishing. Captain Jeremy and his first mate Wes made this experience absolutely wonderful. Wes was so knowledgeable and so sweet! we didn’t catch too many, but Jeremy and Wesly made every effort they could to make sure that we did. We caught a big variety! 

Reported catch:
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Spanish Mackerel
Backin' Up Sportfishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thanks agaon!!! jeremy and wesley backin up Sportfishing

Denise Millstine
Denise Millstine
Repeat angler
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
SO fantastic!
Half Day Inshore Trip - 12:00 PM on June 21, 20266 adults

we loved our 4 hour experience. we caught fish on a comfortable boat with friendly and helpful staff. absolutely recommend. they worked with us to find a time that worked for out schedule when the fish would be biting!

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
Backin' Up Sportfishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Fun times! enjoy your week guys! thanks again jeremy and wesley Backin Up Sportfishing

Yasin Ibn-Fletcher
Yasin Ibn-Fletcher
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
A Trip to Remember!
3/4 Day Nearshore Trip on June 20, 20264 adults1 child

The Backin' Up Sportfishing crew, Captain Jeremy and first mate Wesley were the best. They were knowledgeable, courteous, helpful and patient! They were great helping my 8 year old grandson and teaching him how to fish. The boat was fantastic! It was clean, comfortable and well equipped. Overall our trip was one to remember. Looking forward to out next trip with Backin' Up Sportfishing!

Reported catch:
Black Seabass
Spanish Mackerel
Backin' Up Sportfishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

thanks guys!! see yall again soon!! jeremy and wesley

Andy Holm
Andy Holm
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2021
4 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Great Trip
Half Day Inshore Trip on July 17, 20263 adults1 child

We had a great morning on the water. Captain put us on some fish and the first mate took care of the rest. My wife, two boys and I had a great time. Definitely recommend a trip on the Backin Up!!!

Backin' Up Sportfishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

awesome thanks again!! jeremy and wesley Backin Up Sportfishing

Joseph Burket
Joseph Burket
us
Delaware, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Amazing trip!
Half Day Inshore Trip on May 14, 20262 adults1 child

From the moment we arrived until we got back to the dock the captain amd crew were professional amd friendly. This was the first time my 10 year old daughter was on a boat like this amd fishing in the ocean and she had a blast. Within the first kinute of dropping the first line in the water we were hooked onto a Bonita and we jad constant action. Highly recommended!

Backin' Up Sportfishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thanks Guys! Fun Times..

FAQs about Backin’ Up Sportfishing Adventures

Backin’ Up Sportfishing Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $750 per group - Half Day Inshore Trip (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Half Day Inshore Trip - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 3/4 Day Nearshore Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 3/4 Day Nearshore Trip - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,850 per group - Full Day Bottom/Troll Combo Trip (9 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group - Full Day Gulf Stream Trip (12 hours)
When you book a trip with Backin’ Up Sportfishing Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed, private head, w/locking door
  • Air conditioning
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system Starlink
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Backin’ Up Sportfishing Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (All bait is covered n price.)
  • Lures
  • First mate (20 % is customary Tip, for our awesome first mate Tucker Parks.)
  • Fishing license (All licenses INCLUDED!)
Backin’ Up Sportfishing Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Gulf Stream waters are a typical 2 hour run for the dock…. With travel depending on fish species… 25-50 miles…)
  • Wreck fishing
Backin’ Up Sportfishing Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Kite fishing
Top targeted fish species with Backin’ Up Sportfishing Adventures include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cobia
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Tope)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tilefish
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your operator

Backin' Up Sportfishing Charters
Backin' Up Sportfishing Charters
Backin' Up Sportfishing Charters

Manteo, North Carolina, United States

12 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
266 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2016
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain Jeremy Midgette is a true OBX native and avid outdoorsman. He has been a licensed captain for over 10 years. He works hard to provide an exciting as well complete fishing experience while aboard the 'Backin Up'. Which also happens to be is the largest boat in Pirate's Cove Marinas inshore fleet and was rebuild to accommodate everyone's needs out on the water. Join him for an Unforgettable day on the ocean!

12 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
266 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since September 2016
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain Jeremy Midgette is a true OBX native and avid outdoorsman. He has been a licensed captain for over 10 years. He works hard to provide an exciting as well complete fishing experience while aboard the 'Backin Up'. Which also happens to be is the largest boat in Pirate's Cove Marinas inshore fleet and was rebuild to accommodate everyone's needs out on the water. Join him for an Unforgettable day on the ocean!

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Tope Shark
Tope Shark
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Tilefish
Tilefish
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Amberjack
Amberjack
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
46 ft
Year built
1975
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Sheldon Midgett (Custom Carolina)
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
CAT C-12
Powered by
1 x 700HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Gulf Stream waters are a typical 2 hour run for the dock…. With travel depending on fish species… 25-50 miles…
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Kite Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed, private head, w/locking door
Air conditioning
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Starlink
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
All bait is covered n price.
Lures
First mate
20 % is customary Tip, for our awesome first mate Tucker Parks.
Fishing license
All licenses INCLUDED!

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
Kids of ALL ages are WELCOME
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 Checks

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

What’s biting in Manteo right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
CobiaCobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
TilefishTilefish

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