Backin’ Up Sportfishing Charters

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!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Inshore Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Oct 20
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $750
    If you're an early bird, then this 4-hour morning adventure is your perfect introduction to fishing the Outer Banks! You'll be focusing on casting your line in inshore waters, with typical target species being Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Red Drum, Cobia, and Flounder. Your trip includes your fishing gear and a fishing license for your whole group. Just bring along your favorite snacks and drinks, and a cooler for your catch.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Half Day Inshore Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Oct 20
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $750
    If you'd like to sleep in before heading out on your fishing trip, opt for this afternoon adventure. It's a great introduction to the Outer Banks for newer fishermen and families with little ones. You'll typically be exploring inshore waters, and fishing for Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Red Drum, Cobia and Flounder. Your trip includes your fishing gear and a fishing license for your whole group. Just bring along some snacks and drinks!
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Offshore Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Oct 20
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,050
    On this 6-hour morning adventure, you'll be live bait fishing around the wrecks of the Outer Banks. Your target species will typically include Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Red Drum, Shark, Cobia, Triggerfish, and Flounder. You'll be equipped with all the fishing gear you need, as well as a fishing license. Just bring along some snacks and drinks, and make sure you dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Offshore Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Oct 20
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,050
    Treat yourself to a morning of sleeping in, then embark on a 6-hour angling adventure around the wrecks of the Outer Banks. You'll be fishing with live bait, and your target species will include Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Red Drum, Shark, Cobia, Triggerfish, and Flounder. Your fishing gear is included, as well as a license for your whole group, so just bring snacks, drinks, and weather-appropriate clothing.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Full Day Bottom/Troll Combo Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Sep 20
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,650
    If you want to try your hand at both bottom fishing and trolling, join your captain on this 8-hour adventure! You'll typically be fishing nearshore for Tilefish, Seabass, possibly a Grouper, Amberjack, Shark, King Mackerel, and trolling species such as Mahi Mahi. You'll be provided with all the fishing gear you need for a productive trip, as well as a fishing license. Just bring along snacks and drinks, and make sure you wear weather-appropriate clothing.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Tilefish
    Tilefish
  • Private trip
    Full Day Gulf Stream Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 15 - Oct 20
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,450
    Head out to the productive Gulf Stream on this 8-hour adventure! You'll typically be fishing up to 30 miles offshore, so make sure your sea legs are strong. You'll be targeting Tilefish, Seabass, Grouper, Amberjack, Shark, King Mackerel, and trolling species such as Sailfish and Mahi Mahi. Custom fishing gear will be provided for you, as well as a fishing license for your group, so just bring snacks, drinks, and weather-appropriate clothing.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Tuna (Bigeye)
    Bigeye Tuna
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Customer reviews

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4.9 / 5
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Experience
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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AWESOME DEEP SEA FISHING TRIP!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Offshore Trip (AM) on August 3, 2024
I recently had the pleasure of going out on a fishing trip with Backin’ Up Sportfishing Charter, and it was a fantastic experience!...
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Family had an Awesome trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Bottom/Troll Combo Trip on July 9, 2024
We have been a few charter boats before but have never had this experience before.  Captain Jeremy listened to every request...
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Inshore Trip (AM) on October 13, 2024
My family and I had a great trip with Jeremy and Nick. We caught about 20 fish in 4 hours so I would say it was successful...
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Backin’ Up

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Offshore Trip (PM) on September 30, 2024
The Captain and deck hand were awesome. They accommodated and maintained flexibility with the weather. They gave us the best...
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Mae A.
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Awesome trip!

VERIFIED   Full Day Bottom/Troll Combo Trip on June 29, 2024
Had a great trip! Captain Jeremy and first mate Mason were great! Very knowledgeable about the ocean and the fish that were/are...
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FAQs about Backin’ Up Sportfishing Charters

Backin’ Up Sportfishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $750 per group - Half Day Inshore Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Half Day Inshore Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 3/4 Day Offshore Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 3/4 Day Offshore Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,650 per group - Full Day Bottom/Troll Combo Trip (10 hours)
  • US $2,450 per group - Full Day Gulf Stream Trip (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Backin’ Up Sportfishing Charters, 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
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Backin’ Up Sportfishing Charters 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 Charters 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 Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Kite Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Backin’ Up Sportfishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bluefish
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tilefish
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your operator

Backin' Up Sportfishing Charters
Manteo, North Carolina, United States
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209 Customer reviews
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Member since September 2016
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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 Bluefish
Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder

What the boat is like

Boat Image
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

Which types of fishing are offered

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

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 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.

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 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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