Seasonality
King Mackerel (Kingfish) fishing in Surf City varies slightly throughout the year. High season is August to December. Low season is January to July. There is no closed season.
Surf City King Mackerel (Kingfish) Fishing Charters
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Top King Mackerel (Kingfish) Fishing in Surf City
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Wilmington
Full Day Trip
Captain Joe will take you for some serious offshore sportfishing as you go up to 25 miles offshore. The species you will target are prestigious, such as Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, Amberjack, Barracuda, Sailfish, and other larger species.
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Price for up to 4 people
US $950
Wrightsville Beach
6 Hour – Nearshore/Offshore
+8
This 6-hour morning trip will take you trolling or casting for Spanish, King Mackerel, fishing the wrecks for big Flounder, Redfish, Barracuda, Amberjack, Cobia and much more out 15-20 miles weather permittig. Gratuity is not included and is typically 10-20%.
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Price for up to 4 people
US $750
Sneads Ferry
6 Hour Trip
+5
6 hours give you plenty of time to mix it up a little! On this trip, you can do a combination of trolling and bottom fishing. You'll target King Mackerel, Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Snapper, Triggerfish, Black Seabass, and more! Your tackle and bait are included in the price. Also, feel free to bring snacks, drinks, sunscreen, and whatever other personal items you need, and get ready for an awesome adventure! A fishing license is not required.
Price for up to 4 people
US $1,000
Wrightsville Beach
Full Day Trip
+5
Spend 8 fine hours exploring areas with shallow water. You'll fish using light tackle and throw artificial as well as live. Sight fishing can be one hell of a fun because it's great to see the fish in the water just before they bite the hook!
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Price for up to 3 people
US $700
Hampstead
Offshore - 3/4 Day
+5
A 6-hour trip within 20 nautical miles. This trip gives you a wider range of target species and a larger class of fish. You may catch Amberjack, Cobia, Grouper, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Porgy, Seabass, Snapper, and Mahi. A Mate will accompany all fishing charters and works for tips. 20% of the total trip price is customary.
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Price for up to 6 people
US $990
Sneads Ferry
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore (pm)
+7
On these trips, we're able to push off and have some time to get some more fish in the box! On these trips we usually see king markerel, amber jack, mahi cobia, trigger fish, grouper, seabass and much more! All fishing license and gear is included with the trip. Just bring some snacks and drinks you may like in particular. We have everything else covered!
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Price for up to 6 people
US $1,200
Wilmington
8 Hour Nearshore Fishing
+7
Catch us up to 40 miles off the beach targeting Grouper, Snapper, Mahi, larger Amberjack, Bonito, and many more species. Trolling and bottom fishing will be done during this trip. Fishing Licenses are FREE and included in price. Up to 6 people and kids are more than welcome.
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Price for up to 6 people
US $850
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What anglers said about King Mackerel (Kingfish) Fishing in Surf City
Vicie B.
Reviewed 1/2 Day Trip – Nearshore
Great Trip!
5/5
Captain Woody is amazing and made sure we caught fish and had a great time!
Jeffrey G.
Reviewed Half Day Trip (AM)
Fishing with Adam
5/5
Son and I had a great time with Adam.
Tried many different options to catch fish but stayed with one that was catching us fish. Very nice guide, boat, and lots of knowledge on fish we were looking for
Trey O.
Reviewed Half Day Trip (PM)
Tough, windy day!
5/5
My family had a great experience today with Captain Adam! The wind was awful but we still had a few chances and Adam worked hard to put us in good position to be successful. My daughter caught her first black drum, and we had multiple other opportunities. Would definitely book again.
Eric F.
Reviewed Half Day Trip (AM)
Great Experience | Biting Bonito
5/5
Me and my two boys had a great trip w/ Captain Adam. The Bonito were biting and we hit on some schools early in the day. Non-stop action as our trolling line was pretty consistent all day, and at one point we had every person with a fish on.
Tons of fun and would highly recommend!
Jeff L.
Reviewed 1/2 Day Trip – Inshore
Cold Winter day
5/5
Captain Woody is very knowledgeable and kind, absolutely great Captain. Caught lots of black drum in windy and cold winter day, most of them are not keeper:( ... Also caught a speckled trout today, lots fun day...
