
Captain Duke Charters offers family friendly trips out of Nags Head, NC. You can join Capt. Duke and his First Mate fishing the Outer Banks on any day of the week but Sunday. Come aboard for a day of fishing that is fun for all!
You will fish aboard a 38foot new built boat with a generator offering air conditioning or heat or 110 electrical hook ups This vessel comes equipped with advanced fishing technology and all the gear you need. On board you will find a live bait well and an ice box to store your catch. A spacious cabin and a private toilet cater to your comfort. Four chairs in the cockpit provide a place to rest, while a friendly and hard working Mate will make sure your trip goes smoothly. There is room for six passengers aboard this boat and children of all ages are welcome.
While fishing with Capt. Duke you can explore the ocean sounds near Oregon Inlet or head more than 30 miles from shore. A half day trip is ideal for catching Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Spot, and many other species. A full day gives you the opportunity for deep drop fishing offshore, where you can target Seabass, Tilefish, Grouper, and more.
You will have a chance to try several different fishing techniques using rods, reels, and tackle that are provided for you. Electric reels are also available for easy fishing in deep water. You will likely be invited to join Capt. Duke on the bridge, where you can see the Captains perspective
Captain Duke Charters provides a fishing license and all the gear you need. Come prepared for a fun day on the water that you and your family will remember fondly for years to come!
Rating summary
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+413Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
89%
Aug 1, 2025
Full Day Trip
Both the captain and first mate know their stuff. You know you have the right captain when every boat on the water attempts to follow him. We started near shore for some mahi. Then ran into the beach for a shot at some blues. Sure, the day and weather were perfect , but this crew took advantage of the fish biting. It was non-stop reeling. 2 of us (boat can handle more) and we caught 127lbs of mahi, blues, and Spanish mackerel. 100% recommend!
Both the captain and first mate know their stuff. You know you have the right captain when every boat on the water attempts to...

Sep 16, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Captain Duke and his First Mate Gavin were very friendly and so professional! This was the best charter I have ever been on. Captain Duke knows where the fish are and Gavin was great managing the lines even when we had three on lines at the same time. We hauled 218 lbs of fish on a half day charter which was amazing. Will definitely charter with them again! Highly recommend!
Captain Duke and his First Mate Gavin were very friendly and so professional! This was the best charter I have ever been on. Captain...

Jul 12, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
We had a great time with Capt’n Duke and Gaven today. This is the first time we’ve chartered a boat for fishing in OBX, and we’ll definitely be back in the future. It was a great time fishing with more black sea bass than we could handle. Seeing a sea turtle, shark, and massive pod of dolphins was icing on the cake. The kids and kids at heart all had a great time.
We had a great time with Capt’n Duke and Gaven today. This is the first time we’ve chartered a boat for fishing in OBX, and we’ll...




Aug 14, 2025
3/4 Day Trip
Charter was 10 out of 10 from beginning to the end.Gavin was amazing and on the move the whole time. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Captain Duke knows his water and great fishing locations. And he said I did good for a girl since I had never been deep sea fishing before, but I think he was just being polite, because I only caught the cut bait 😉
Charter was 10 out of 10 from beginning to the end.Gavin was amazing and on the move the whole time. Very friendly and knowledgeable....
Jul 23, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
The ocean was pretty rough the morning we went out, so we decided not to leave the sound. The first mate Gavin was great! we have two adults and 4 children on this trip and he did great with them. Captain Duke did an awesome job keeping our rods in the water as long as possible everyone caught fish it was a great experience.
The ocean was pretty rough the morning we went out, so we decided not to leave the sound. The first mate Gavin was great! we...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (416)


+413Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
89%

Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Full Day Trip on August 1, 2025
Both the captain and first mate know their stuff. You know you have the right captain when every boat on the water attempts to follow him. We started near shore for some mahi. Then ran into the beach for a shot at some blues. Sure, the day and weather were perfect , but this crew took advantage of the fish biting. It was non-stop reeling. 2 of us (boat can handle more) and we caught 127lbs of mahi, blues, and Spanish mackerel. 100% recommend!
Both the captain and first mate know their stuff. You know you have the right captain when every boat on the water attempts to follow him. We started near shore for some mahi. Then ran into the beach for a shot at some blues. Sure, the day and weather were perfect , but this crew took advantage of the fish biting. It was non-stop reeling. 2 of us (boat can handle more) and we caught 127lbs of mahi, blues, and Spanish mackerel. 100% recommend!


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Half Day Trip (AM) on September 16, 2025
Captain Duke and his First Mate Gavin were very friendly and so professional! This was the best charter I have ever been on. Captain Duke knows where the fish are and Gavin was great managing the lines even when we had three on lines at the same time. We hauled 218 lbs of fish on a half day charter which was amazing. Will definitely charter with them again! Highly recommend!
Captain Duke and his First Mate Gavin were very friendly and so professional! This was the best charter I have ever been on. Captain Duke knows where the fish are and Gavin was great managing the lines even when we had three on lines at the same time. We hauled 218 lbs of fish on a half day charter which was amazing. Will definitely charter with them again! Highly recommend!


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Half Day Trip (AM) on July 12, 2025
We had a great time with Capt’n Duke and Gaven today. This is the first time we’ve chartered a boat for fishing in OBX, and we’ll definitely be back in the future. It was a great time fishing with more black sea bass than we could handle. Seeing a sea turtle, shark, and massive pod of dolphins was icing on the cake. The kids and kids at heart all had a great time.
We had a great time with Capt’n Duke and Gaven today. This is the first time we’ve chartered a boat for fishing in OBX, and we’ll definitely be back in the future. It was a great time fishing with more black sea bass than we could handle. Seeing a sea turtle, shark, and massive pod of dolphins was icing on the cake. The kids and kids at heart all had a great time.





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3/4 Day Trip on August 14, 2025
Charter was 10 out of 10 from beginning to the end.Gavin was amazing and on the move the whole time. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Captain Duke knows his water and great fishing locations. And he said I did good for a girl since I had never been deep sea fishing before, but I think he was just being polite, because I only caught the cut bait 😉
Charter was 10 out of 10 from beginning to the end.Gavin was amazing and on the move the whole time. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Captain Duke knows his water and great fishing locations. And he said I did good for a girl since I had never been deep sea fishing before, but I think he was just being polite, because I only caught the cut bait 😉
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Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 23, 2025
The ocean was pretty rough the morning we went out, so we decided not to leave the sound. The first mate Gavin was great! we have two adults and 4 children on this trip and he did great with them. Captain Duke did an awesome job keeping our rods in the water as long as possible everyone caught fish it was a great experience.
The ocean was pretty rough the morning we went out, so we decided not to leave the sound. The first mate Gavin was great! we have two adults and 4 children on this trip and he did great with them. Captain Duke did an awesome job keeping our rods in the water as long as possible everyone caught fish it was a great experience.
