Outer Banks Redfish Fishing Charters

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Top Redfish Fishing in Outer Banks

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27 ft

up to 6

3/4 Day Trip (MAX 4)
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Target a range of species using top-quality rods, reels, and tackle. You'll come face-to-gill with Redfish, Black Drum, and Trout.
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Price for up to 6 people
US $750

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24 ft

up to 4

Red drum flats sight fishing
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This trip is for sight fishing and covering alot of ground looking for schools of red drum to cast to with light tackle, very peaceful style fishing. Alot of looking and seeing things all around the boat, waiting for that moment of "here we go" there they are! Its not always easy or a fast find but it is one of the most amazing experiences one can have, its personally my favorite thing to do. Really good normally April, may, june, and in August. Flyrods are welcome. Up to 4 ppl can join this trip.
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Price for up to 4 people
US $700

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24 ft

up to 5

Sight fishing mahi / amber jacks
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Let send it out 12 to 28 miles out and chase some mahi on light tackle jiging or trolling. We can alway stop at the tower to catch amber jacks. You never know what you will catch out here trolling. Lets go Catching
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Price for up to 4 people
US $1,200
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25 ft

up to 6

3/4 Day
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Come join us for a fun-filled day of fishing out of the legendary Hatteras, NC. Captain Johnny Fairbanks loves fishing and wants you to enjoy it just as much as him. We strive to make every trip an unforgettable experience on the water and offer personali
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Price for up to 2 people
US $900
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22 ft

up to 4

Full day inshore summer
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Full day of fishing, sights and seeing what makes this area so awesome!
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Price for up to 4 people
US $850
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25 ft

up to 4

3/4 Day Trip – Afternoon
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Inshore Trout, Flounder, and Redfish or Spanish Mackerel and Blues.
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Price for up to 4 people
US $750
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25 ft

up to 6

Full Day Trip
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We stay in the calm waters of the sound or depending on the weather, will head out into the ocean, catching drum, speckled trout, flounder, spanish mackeral and whatever else the ocean might bring us that day. If the weather is cooperating that day, we can mix it up and do both sound an ocean. A full day trip is a great way to catch a variety of fish and allows the Capt. time to try various spots.
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Price for up to 4 people
US $1,100

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53 ft

up to 6

Full Day Trip – Nearshore
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Full-day nearshore is a 8hour trip where we make it out of the inlet into the ocean but stay close to the beach. 20% tip is customary to mates
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Price for up to 6 people
US $1,800
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20 ft

up to 4

6 Hour Trip –Inshore/Nearshore (PM)
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This trip we fish in the ocean or sound depending on the weather at the current time
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Price for up to 4 people
US $700

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24 ft

up to 6

Full Day inshore
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Spend 8 hours on the water for a versatile fishing trip with enough time to target multiple different species of fish.
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Price for up to 6 people
US $1,000

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Redfish Fishing in Outer Banks

The 200-mile long barrier of islands that make up the Outer Banks is an angler’s paradise. Close to the deep seas and protecting the sounds from the choppy water, the fishing is as diverse as you could want. But there’s one fish that stands apart from the rest – Red Drum. Ten of the world’s 16 record catches of Redfish have come from North Carolina, with the biggest coming out of Hatteras in the OBX. Step aboard an Outer Banks Red Drum fishing charter and try to etch your name into the history books!

What to Expect

One of the most popular inshore fish in the US, Red Drum will give you a battle to remember. But that doesn’t mean there’s nothing for beginners to enjoy here. The calm waters of the Pamlico, Currituck, Croatan, and Albermarle Sounds are the perfect place to learn to fish. With the help of a seasoned captain, you’ll have all the support you need to land your first catch.
 
Trips can last anywhere from four to eight hours, so the more experienced among you can spend a full day battling it out with some monster fish. And believe us, they get big! You may not match the world record 94 lb Red Drum caught in 1983, but you’re sure to come across some weighing between 30 and 50 pounds. 
 
You’ll step aboard anything from a small center console to an offshore sportfishing machine. Charters usually cater to groups between four and six, and you’ll have plenty of space to steady yourself as you struggle to reel one in. 
 
Using live bait on light tackle, you’ll bottom fish or drift fish these shallow waters, trying to attract the beautiful Drum from the sea bed. Head out in spring or fall for the best results, and try to fill the boat.

How to Prepare

All Outer Banks captains provide everything you need for a productive day out. With your fishing licenses covered, they’ll also set you up with rods, reels, and live bait. Check with your captain that you’ll be fishing inshore, not offshore, and away you’ll go. 
 
Bring plenty of snacks and drinks aboard to stay refreshed, but make sure not to fill up too much. Save your appetite and make the most of your tasty catch when you get home. Get ready for a productive day aboard an Outer Banks Red Drum fishing charter. North Carolina’s official saltwater fish is calling your name! 
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  • Size3 to 12lbs
  • Food ValueGood
  • Game QualitiesGood
  • HabitatsInshore, Nearshore, Flats, Backcountry

Outer Banks Redfish Fishing Seasons

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Seasonality

Redfish fishing in Outer Banks varies slightly throughout the year. High season is February, April to May and September to October. Low season is January, March, June to August and November to December. There is no closed season.

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What anglers said about Redfish Fishing in Outer Banks

Josh K.
Josh K.
Reviewed Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) MAX 6
Had a Great Time, my son caught his first redfish!
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Will worked hard to get us on the bite. We will repeat next year! My son (8) wanted to get on his first redfish. Mission Accomplished.
Tyler B.
Tyler B.
Reviewed Extended Half day summer
Great Day on the Water!
5/5
Andy did an excellent job getting us on fish right out of the gate! We managed to catch 10+ Trout and 3 solid Redfish! We had a great time and would highly recommend spending a day on the water with Old North State Fishing Charter!
Phil H.
Phil H.
Reviewed Half Day Trip (AM)
Great Trip
5/5
Capt Patrick was great! Very knowledgeable! Boat a tackle was meticulously taken care of! Caught Speckled Trout and nice Redfish.
David D.
David D.
Reviewed Half Day Trip (PM)
Capt. Bud threads the needle
5/5
Capt. Bud hooked us up on a last minute trip with an incoming tropical storm. He was able to get us out between rain bands and put us on some nice slot redfish. Had a few hookups with giants, but they came undone. Awesome trip Capt. Bud!
Chris B.
Chris B.
Reviewed 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
What a great day catching Redfish!!
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The day started out with rain and some not very hungry speckled trout. After a couple hours of slow fishing, Captain Matt took us to the Oregon inlet where we had a fantastic time catching hug Reds. My son-in-law Paul caught a 43 inch citation Redfish. Best fishing day of his life!! Would highly recommend Captain Matt and the East Way team...

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