Captain
James Byrd

Member since March 2018 Wanchese, United States
Background
Captain James Byrd is a true North Carolina local, having grown up in the Outer Banks area. He's spent his childhood fishing and then proceeded to make his life about fishing as well. He has over two decades of angling under his tackle belt, with 15 years of that being a licensed captain. His greatly enjoys being able to take people out on the water and show them the best fishing experience they've ever had in their life!
Techniques
Bottom fishing and trolling the ocean waters is my preferred type of fishing.

Hey, I'm Captain James Byrd

Wanchese, United States
Background
Captain James Byrd is a true North Carolina local, having grown up in the Outer Banks area. He's spent his childhood fishing and then proceeded to make his life about fishing as well. He has over two decades of angling under his tackle belt, with 15 years of that being a licensed captain. His greatly enjoys being able to take people out on the water and show them the best fishing experience they've ever had in their life!
Techniques
Bottom fishing and trolling the ocean waters is my preferred type of fishing.
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(161 reviews)
Angler's choice
Wanchese
 Last booking: 1 day ago
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Trips from US $750

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 161 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (137)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
85%
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Bj P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Must book

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 10, 2026
if you had ever been on a charter that just said sit back and wait to reel in fishโ€ฆ.then you need to book this and see what...
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Liam M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great time with knowledgeable crew

VERIFIED   NEW  Wake and Bait - 3/4 Day Trip on June 14, 2026
Captain James and DJ were great. Got us on a good amount of spanish mackerel. Per our request, they took us wreck fishing where...
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Chris M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect Family Fishing Adventure

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (10:30AM) on June 24, 2026
Captain James and first mate Kayden were great. We had three adults and two teenage girls and our first ocean fishing experience...
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Thomas S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best Trip Ever!!

VERIFIED   NEW  Extended Full Day Trip โ€“ Gulfstream on June 20, 2026
The Capt and First Mate were friendly, professional, and efficient! The boat was comfy to sleep on on the way out to sea. We...
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Joseph S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day on the water!

VERIFIED   NEW  Wake and Bait - Half Day Trip (6AM) on June 24, 2026
We spent the morning trolling and we were able to boat a good number of mackerel.ย  The captain and mate were great and accommodating.ย ...
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