Native Son Guide Service 

4.9/5 (211 reviews)
 Bush's Marina , Topsail Beach, NC 28445, United States

Native Son Guide Service 

4.9/5 (211 reviews)
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Bush's Marina
Topsail Beach, NC, United States

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.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 211 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (157)

Great fishing trip!!
Great fishing trip!!
Great fishing trip!!
+154

Angler rating

197
7
1
0
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

93%

Showing 1 - 5 of 211 reviews
Showing: 5 of 211 reviews
Robert R.
Robert R.
5.0/5

Sep 17, 2024

3/4 Day Trip (AM)

Great fishing trip!!

VERIFIED

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....  

Captain replied
 Robert R. recommends Native Son Guide Service
 Robert R. recommends Native Son Guide Service
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Replied on September 21, 2024
Thank you for the kind words Bob.
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Michael W.
Michael W.

Jul 3, 2025

The captain canceled

VERIFIED

The charter operator canceled 2 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

 

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Danny M.
Danny M.
4.7/5

Jun 23, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

A Captain who really means to make the most of the day! Great attitude and desirous to please!

VERIFIED

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!  

 Danny M. recommends Native Son Guide Service
 Danny M. recommends Native Son Guide Service

Shana C.
Shana C.
5.0/5

Oct 1, 2024

3/4 Day Trip (AM)

The captain was awesome. He was knowledgeable and a good time.

VERIFIED

Perfect day. We laughed and caught fish all day.

Perfect day. We laughed and caught fish all day.  

 Shana C. recommends Native Son Guide Service
 Shana C. recommends Native Son Guide Service

John C.
John C.
4.7/5

Oct 2, 2024

3/4 Day Trip (AM)

Fishing with Michael

VERIFIED

 

 John C. recommends Native Son Guide Service
 John C. recommends Native Son Guide Service

Trip availability and prices

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September 2025
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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 211 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (157)

Great fishing trip!!
Great fishing trip!!
Great fishing trip!!
+154

Angler rating

197
7
1
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

93%

Showing 1 - 5 of 211 reviews
Showing: 5 of 211 reviews
Robert R.
Robert R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great fishing trip!!

VERIFIED

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.  

 Robert R. recommends Native Son Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 21, 2024
Thank you for the kind words Bob.
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Michael W.
Michael W.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED

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.

 

undefined (The Captain)

Danny M.
Danny M.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

A Captain who really means to make the most of the day! Great attitude and desirous to please!

VERIFIED

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!  

 Danny M. recommends Native Son Guide Service

Shana C.
Shana C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

The captain was awesome. He was knowledgeable and a good time.

VERIFIED

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.  

 Shana C. recommends Native Son Guide Service

John C.
John C.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Michael

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip (AM) on October 2, 2024

 

 John C. recommends Native Son Guide Service

FAQs about Native Son Guide Service

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2010
Boat manufacturer
Lake and Bay
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots
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