North Carolina Yellowfin Tuna Fishing Charters
North Carolina Yellowfin Tuna Fishing Charters
Top North Carolina Yellowfin Tuna Fishing Destinations
Top North Carolina Yellowfin Tuna Fishing Destinations
Best Yellowfin Tuna Fishing Charters in North Carolina
Best Yellowfin Tuna Fishing Charters in North Carolina
Yellowfin Tuna Fishing in North Carolina
Yellowfin Tuna Fishing in North Carolina
(Thunnus albacares)
Yellowfin Tuna is the game fish of choice in the “Tar Heel State.” Pound-for-pound, North Carolinians land more of this prized fish than any other state in the US. Come aboard a North Carolina Yellowfin Tuna charter and experience the thrill of battling it out with this tough monster, and head home with a delicious treat.
What to Expect
Facing the Gulf Stream, North Carolina’s Atlantic coast is in a prime location for anglers to hunt for pelagics. Head out to these productive waters and spend as long as possible on the water to maximize your time fishing.
From the Outer Banks, you’ll find plenty of fishing charters catering to Yellowfin Tuna enthusiasts. Try a charter out of Hatteras or Wanchese for the shortest run to the fishing grounds. But there are also plenty of captains that will take you out from along the Atlantic coast.
Wherever you base yourself, you’ll need to spend at least 10 hours on the water. If you want to give yourself the best chance of heading home with that prized Tuna, spend a few days fishing.
Be prepared for a rocky ride on the open ocean, despite the large, sturdy vessel. Beware! Big game fishing is not for the faint-hearted. You should have some experience on the water before stepping aboard a NC Yellowfin Tuna charter.
Tuna are known for their tough fight and incredible size. Get ready for a long battle as they run away with your line to the bottom. It takes a lot to wear these beasts down and, when you do, you’ll need to resort to some heavy lifting to haul one aboard.
You’ll troll the deep waters with a range of bait and lures, giving you the best chance of tricking the wily Tuna onto the end of your line.
March through May, and November and December are the peak months to catch Yellowfin Tunas, when the waters are quiet. Despite this, you’ll still have a chance of catching a Tuna in summer. Go after Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Wahoo, and many more, and you may well end up landing a Yellowfin!
How to Prepare
Your spacious boat will have everything you need for a productive day. Bring your own drinks and food and make the most of your time on the water. You’ll be off land for a long time, so make sure to bring enough for your needs.
With plenty of cover in the cabin, you can hide from the most extreme conditions, but you should still wear appropriate clothing. Wrap up warm during winter and spring, and bring plenty of sunscreen during summer.
Your fishing license is covered, so there’s no need to worry about anything else. Everyone on board can take home up to three Yellowfins each, so get ready for a productive day out aboard a North Carolina Yellowfin Tuna charter.
North Carolina Yellowfin Tuna Fishing Seasons
North Carolina Yellowfin Tuna Fishing Seasons
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Seasonality
Yellowfin Tuna fishing in North Carolina varies slightly throughout the year. High season is March to June and October to December. Low season is January to February and July to September. There is no closed season.
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