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.
64
Reviews
7
Fishing Reports

My Charter Listings

Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(57 reviews)
Ocean City
Trips from US $450

Sportfishing East Coast

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(7 reviews)
Ocean City
Trips from US $2,800

Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ North Carolina

Morehead City
Trips from US $3,000

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 64 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (81)
nice rockfish
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Phenomenal adventure
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
77%
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Christopher R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain James has a knack for meeting his charter's needs.

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Trip โ€“ Evening Shark Trip on July 30, 2025
Great time was had as Captain James Coane focused on his groupโ€™s needs and desires.
Christopher R. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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Lisa C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with James

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 22, 2023
Lisa C. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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David J.
Bridgeville, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Priceless times with Captain James

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Evening Shark Trip on August 31, 2022
Captain James lives up to his stellar on-line reputation.ย  He laid out fishing options given time of day, tide and our interests....
David J. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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Amanda R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Phenomenal adventure

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Evening Shark Trip on August 11, 2024
Captain James made this adventure outstanding! My husband and I were able to schedule this last minute charte and are ao glad...
Amanda R. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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Simon Z.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

James was a great captain

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Evening Shark Trip on August 10, 2024
James was the most knowledgeable angler me and my friends have ever met. Guarantee your catching fish with him!
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