Native Son Guide Service specializes in fishing trips in Topsail Beach and anywhere from Swansboro down to the Mouth of the Cape Fear. Captain Michael and his crew catch a variety of species indigenous to the area. They welcome anglers of all skill levels but especially enjoy watching children reeling in their first fish.
Capt. Michael comes from a family of fishermen who owned Old Topsail. He grew up fishing the area and can show his guests the best grounds. With him, you will be able to taste fishing with a local like a local.
When Native Son Guide Service is concerned, every fishing trip is all about you. Capt. Michal will help you decide what Is best for the weather conditions and the tides. If you want, you can begin your day by catching bait and sit in the creeks for Flounder and Red and Black Drum. You can troll for Kingfish and Spanish Mackerel.
If you wish, you could venture right out of the Inlet to go for Sharks of Black Bass. You could spend your day going after Cobia, Bonito, False Albacore, and Sheepshead. The opportunities abound!
All trips come inclusive with the tackle by Crowder rods and Quantum reels, along with Accurate reels for bottom fishing and trolling and Sage fly rods. A fish cleaning service is also available at no extra cost. You will have to bring your own snacks and drinks with you if you want.
Capt. Michael will take you, your friends, or family aboard his 22’ Lake and Bay boat. Built in 2010, this spacious fishing machine comes powered by a single 250 HP Suzuki engine and is outfitted with the latest technologies for a productive day out.
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (157)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Appropriate for children
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Caught fish
93%
Sep 17, 2024
3/4 Day Trip (AM)
Storms threatened to cancel our trip, but Capt.Mike adjusted his calendar and we were able to get in both of our 3/4 day trips. We caught several species of fish, several of the different kinds and some really good fish! He was very patient with both me and my wife and we really enjoyed the trip. We will be going out with Mike again I am sure of it. Thanks again Mike. We hope to see you soon.
Storms threatened to cancel our trip, but Capt.Mike adjusted his calendar and we were able to get in both of our 3/4 day trips....
Jul 3, 2025
The charter operator canceled 2 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
Jun 23, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
I plan on doing another trip with some more of my family with Native Son!
I plan on doing another trip with some more of my family with Native Son!
Oct 1, 2024
3/4 Day Trip (AM)
Perfect day. We laughed and caught fish all day.
Perfect day. We laughed and caught fish all day.
Oct 2, 2024
3/4 Day Trip (AM)
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (157)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Appropriate for children
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Caught fish
93%
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Crew
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3/4 Day Trip (AM) on September 17, 2024
Storms threatened to cancel our trip, but Capt.Mike adjusted his calendar and we were able to get in both of our 3/4 day trips. We caught several species of fish, several of the different kinds and some really good fish! He was very patient with both me and my wife and we really enjoyed the trip. We will be going out with Mike again I am sure of it. Thanks again Mike. We hope to see you soon.
Storms threatened to cancel our trip, but Capt.Mike adjusted his calendar and we were able to get in both of our 3/4 day trips. We caught several species of fish, several of the different kinds and some really good fish! He was very patient with both me and my wife and we really enjoyed the trip. We will be going out with Mike again I am sure of it. Thanks again Mike. We hope to see you soon.
Trip was supposed to happen on July 3, 2025
The charter operator canceled 2 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Half Day Trip (PM) on June 23, 2025
I plan on doing another trip with some more of my family with Native Son!
I plan on doing another trip with some more of my family with Native Son!
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3/4 Day Trip (AM) on October 1, 2024
Perfect day. We laughed and caught fish all day.
Perfect day. We laughed and caught fish all day.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
3/4 Day Trip (AM) on October 2, 2024