Captain
James Coane

Member since March 2018 Ocean City, United States
Background
Captain James Coane has over 3 decades of tournament, charter, and commercial fishing experience. He's fished all over the world, including the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Mexico, the Caribbean, Bahamas, and the entire east coast of the US. He's competed in over 100 fishing international tournaments and has placed first in several local competitions, including the WMO Tournament for Blue Marlin in Ocean City, MD. Capt. James decided to start his own charter service back in 2013 in order to share his passion with others. He gives his 100% every day, incorporating his breadth of knowledge and experience that he's accumulated over the decades. The thing that sets Capt. James apart is his passion for passing on his wealth of fishing knowledge. Even if you are an experienced angler Capt James will be more than happy to teach you some of the tricks of the trade. He invites you on an exclusive adventure to catch lots of fish and create lasting memories with Sport Fishing East Coast
Techniques
Trolling, chunking, live bait fishing, kite fishing, and bottom fishing.

Hey, I'm Captain James Coane

Ocean City, United States
Background
Captain James Coane has over 3 decades of tournament, charter, and commercial fishing experience. He's fished all over the world, including the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Mexico, the Caribbean, Bahamas, and the entire east coast of the US. He's competed in over 100 fishing international tournaments and has placed first in several local competitions, including the WMO Tournament for Blue Marlin in Ocean City, MD. Capt. James decided to start his own charter service back in 2013 in order to share his passion with others. He gives his 100% every day, incorporating his breadth of knowledge and experience that he's accumulated over the decades. The thing that sets Capt. James apart is his passion for passing on his wealth of fishing knowledge. Even if you are an experienced angler Capt James will be more than happy to teach you some of the tricks of the trade. He invites you on an exclusive adventure to catch lots of fish and create lasting memories with Sport Fishing East Coast
Techniques
Trolling, chunking, live bait fishing, kite fishing, and bottom fishing.

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(69 reviews)
Ocean City
 2 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $300
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(7 reviews)
Ocean City
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $3,300

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 76 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (104)
Great trip & captain!
wonderful sharks, sunset, and conversation with Captain James
wonderful sharks, sunset, and conversation with Captain James
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
77%
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Bruce D.
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  Inshore 3 hr trip on August 13, 2026
We had a great time. We delayed our departure from the dock about 20 mins late to allow for a rain cell to pass (our choice)....
Bruce D. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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Becky M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Wonderful sharks, sunset, and conversation with Captain James

VERIFIED   Evening Shark Trip 3 hours - 6:30 PM on June 24, 2026
Captain James had us out on the water for a wonderful evening.ย  He shared local history and taught us both about the area...
Becky M. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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Mary S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Incredible Experience and Great Captain!

VERIFIED   Evening Shark Trip 3 hours on July 5, 2026
This trip was really one of the best experiences my friends and I have ever had. Captain James was a wonderful host, really...
Mary S. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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Kyle N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best trip by a mile!

VERIFIED   Half Day (PM) on May 29, 2026
captain james is VERY knowledgeable when it comes to fishing. deep and shallow this man knows it all! it was very early into...
Kyle N. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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Tony P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

August fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Evening Shark Trip 3 hours on August 21, 2026
Tony P. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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