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.
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My Charter Listing

Hitman Sportfishing

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(155 reviews)
Wanchese
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $750

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 155 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (130)
Fishing with James
Got tired from reeling in so many fish
Got tired from reeling in so many fish
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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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Julie H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Trip was a 10

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on May 16, 2026
Captain James and First Mate DJ were terrific.ย  They got us on fish quickly. We caught fish all day.ย  The rod and reels...
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Brandon R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great family fishing outing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on June 25, 2025
We made a late decision to go fishing despite the heat, and we are so happy we did.ย  Captain James and Nick kept us on fish...
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Keegan O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Got tired from reeling in so many fish

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on May 26, 2026
The crew was well experienced and very friendly.
Keegan O. recommends Hitman Sportfishing
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Stefanie B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with James

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore (AM) on May 27, 2026
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Ellen J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best Trip

VERIFIED   Wicked Tuna Inshore 6 hr on April 5, 2026
Captain and Mate both very knowledgeable and Helpful.ย  my husband was so happy to catch his 1st Tuna Happy Easter
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