Rudee Inlet Fishing Charters

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Rudee Inlet: 25 fishing charters available

Shelton's Charter Fishing
Shelton's Charter Fishing

Virginia Beach • 32 ft • 6 persons

Virginia Beach has a fish with your name on it, so let Shelton's Charter Fishing help you catch it!

"We couldn’t recommend Captain Chuck and First Mate Mike more highly!" —⁠ Bryan,
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trips fromUS $425
Catherine C. Charters
Catherine C. Charters

Virginia Beach • 43 ft • 6 persons

Book your next trip with Catherine C. Charters and discover what makes fishing in Virginia Beach unique.

"We went out on the 12:00 to 4:00 trip.  We were a little worried going out this time of the day." —⁠ Paul,
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trips fromUS $400
Double Play Sportfishing
Double Play Sportfishing

Virginia Beach • 25 ft • 4 persons

Double Play Sportfishing brings you right to the center of the action!

"I booked this charter as a Father’s Day gift. Captain Keith arrived on time and got us out on the water." —⁠ Shaun,
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trips fromUS $350
Marcia B Sportfishing
Marcia B Sportfishing

Virginia Beach • 42 ft • 6 persons

Spend a memorable fishing day with Marcia B Sportfishing and explore the productive waters of Virginia Beach!

"Captain Kurt is clearly an experienced angler. He is no-nonsense and a get-to-it kind of guy who knows exactly what he’s doing." —⁠ Marc,
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trips fromUS $400
Alanna Kay Sportfishing
Alanna Kay Sportfishing

Virginia Beach • 42 ft • 6 persons

Alanna Kay Sportfishing is your ticket to an amazing day on the water!

"Captain Pat and Braden were great. They were ready upon our arrival and had us pulling out of the dock ahead of schedule." —⁠ Matt,
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trips fromUS $375
E-FishinSea Sport Fishing Charters LLC
E-FishinSea Sport Fishing Charters LLC

Virginia Beach • 35 ft • 6 persons

E-FishinSea Charters is proud to welcome you aboard their beautiful boat.

"I took my son for his first trip and my first time fishing in va beach ." —⁠ Nick,
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trips fromUS $400
Havoc Charters
Havoc Charters

Virginia Beach • 38 ft • 21 persons

If you’re looking for some rod-bending action in the stunning waters of the lower Chesapeake Bay, then you’ve come to the right place.

"My friends and I did an AM half day trip and had a blast. Reeled in 20-25 Spanish Mackarel and Bluefish and had a few others that managed to unhook themselves." —⁠ Calvin,
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trips fromUS $345
Sea Teaser Sportfishing – Virginia Beach
Sea Teaser Sportfishing – Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach • 42 ft • 6 persons

Explore the inshore, nearshore, and offshore waters around Virginia Beach, Virginia and have a great time catching fish with Sea Teaser Sportfishing!

"We Caught 2. 40LB 45in Red Drum fish and 4 Mackerel and it was all because of the first mate and the Captain…." —⁠ Charles,
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trips fromUS $425
Smoke Show Sportfishing
Smoke Show Sportfishing

Virginia Beach • 54 ft • 6 persons

Smoke Show Sportfishing welcomes you to Virginia Beach, Virginia for an exciting inshore or offshore trip.

"Boat was much more than we expected- bigger - cleaner and very nice high end fishing equipment, that worked, we had zero problems with their equipment." —⁠ Anthony,
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trips fromUS $650
AquaMan Sportfishing – Game On
AquaMan Sportfishing – Game On

Virginia Beach • 54 ft • 20 persons

When it comes down to fishing the mighty Atlantic Ocean, AquaMan Sportfishing knows it all.

"We had a great time going fishing with Aquaman on Smack Down." —⁠ Jaclyn,
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trips fromUS $675
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Fishing in Rudee Inlet

Are you ready for your next fishing adventure? Then it’s time to book a Rudee Inlet fishing charter today. This 110-foot-wide channel is the perfect place to begin your angling journey, as from here you can head offshore into the Atlantic, fish Virginia Beach, or venture into Chesapeake Bay.

When heading towards Virginia Beach and further, you can expect to catch White Marlin, Bluefin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Amberjack, and even a Blue Marlin or two. Fishing nearshore will have you targeting Striped Bass, Bluefish, and Mackerel. You’re likely to see whales during their migration, too.

The protected waters of Rudee Inlet are great for fishing, even in rough weather. Inshore, you can catch Spadefish, Bluefish, Cobia, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Shark, and even some Flounder.

Rudee Inlet Fishing Spots

There are many spots to fish in Rudee Inlet and its surrounding area. In the inlet, look for rocky areas where Striped Bass live. You’ll find them where strong currents meet structures and at the mouth of the river.

Fisherman Island National Wildlife Refuge

A short drive over the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel will see you at Fisherman Island. This offers a great opportunity to catch Channel Bass and King Mackerel in these waters, especially at the wrecks around the island. The east side is more productive overall throughout the season.

Chesapeake Light Tower

Rudee Inlet is the perfect spot to head out from. Heading around the shoreline, you come to the historic Chesapeake Light Tower 14 miles off the coast. This is an excellent fishery and overlooks many underwater structures. You’ll be targeting Black Sea Bass, King Mackerel, Flounder, Triggerfish, Tautog, Spanish Mackerel, Amberjack, Jack Crevalle, and huge Cobia.

Reefs and Wrecks

Just 15 miles from Rudee Inlet are plenty of reefs and wrecks. In these spots, you’ll find plenty of King Mackerel, Bluefish, Spadefish, and Amberjack. Have your fishfinder on to make the most of these underwater structures.

Offshore

Head toward Virginia Beach, where nearshore and offshore fishing meet. You’ll want to head much further out to catch some huge White Marlin, Bluefin, Yelloweye, and Bigeye Tuna. Experienced anglers will take an extended trip to the Cigar, located 65 miles from sure, and to Norfolk Canyon, found 70 miles east of shore. Norfolk canyon is the top spot for serious anglers.

Fishing Tips

  • In the inlet itself, sight casting is one of the top techniques. Further out, trolling works best.

  • For big Striped Bass, try trolling with deep-diving plugs. When using live bait, try eels and menhaden on a mono or fluorocarbon leader. The Striped will sit and wait for bait fish, so live bait that entices them is the best method.

  • When catching big Drum from spring to fall, try chumming or using crabs as live bait. Even on a slow day, this never fails to get a strike.

Need to Know

If you intend to do a lot of fishing in the area over an extended period of time, try getting your six citations – have your large fish weighed and measured, collect your citations, and become an official fishing expert.

Regulations

You’ll need to purchase a fishing license if you’re between 16–65 years old. If fishing aboard a fishing charter, the license is covered by the boat.

Budget

The price of a trip for six people varies greatly depending on where you choose to fish. An eight-hour trip inshore can cost up to $1,000, and a 4-hour trip is between $500–$650. You’ll need more time on an offshore trip, so a 13-hour trip will cost around $2,300.

Getting There

Fly into the Norfolk International Airport, then drive east along the I-264 E for 23 miles to get to Rudee Inlet, where you can begin your fishing adventure.

Rudee Inlet fishing charters are great fun for the whole family. From this top fishery, you can choose where to go to suit your fishing experience and skills.

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Rudee Inlet Fishing Seasons

January

Striped Bass and Tautog are top catches this month. Temperatures in the inlet can drop to 32°F, and can get even colder when going offshore.

February

Atlantic Mackerel, Striped Bass, and Seabass are all good this month. Temperatures vary between 34°F and 52°F.

March

This is a great month for Atlantic Mackerel and Tautog. Red Drum and Croaker are good now, too.

April

Join in the “Something in the Water” festival on land, or go after big Flounder in the water.

May

Get out onto the water now, as May is a top month for Seabass and Black Drum. You can start to catch some Yellowfin Tuna now.

June

Yellowfin Tuna continues to be hot. Cobia and Striped Bass are also excellent this month. Temperatures reach 83°F.

 
July

July is great for Marlin! Join in the Virginia Beach Invitational Marlin Tournament this month, and watch the Fourth of July fireworks.

August

August is probably the best month to go fishing here! Blue and White Marlin are the top catches offshore. The Virginia Beach Billfish Tournament happens this month.

September

There’s a lot biting in the water still! Catch Striped Bass, Yellowfin Tuna, Spadefish, and more. Join in the annual “F. Wayne McLeskey, Jr. Memorial Marlin Open.”

October

Yellowfin Tuna, Mackerel, and Flounder are still going strong this month. This is the last month for top fishing. The crowds have dispersed and temperatures hit a maximum of 72°F.

November

Bluefin Tuna, Flounder, Striped Bass, and more will still be good this month. You may need to go further out to find keeper fish.

December

Striped Bass can still be caught this month, but you’re likely to have the waters to yourself out here!

Rudee Inlet Fishing Calendar

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