Captain
Raymond Brittain

Member since March 2018 Surf City, United States
Background
Captain Ray Brittain has been fishing the waters of Topsail Island and New River for over 30 years. After working in the marine industry for 15 years, he received his captain's license and was able to venture into the guiding industry full-time. Capt. Ray enjoys teaching and showing others the beauty and thrill that these waters have to offer. He is well-versed in the different approach and techniques that changing seasons require.
Techniques
Stalking the flats in the early morning or late afternoon sight casting to Redfish. Fishing the backwaters for Speckled Trout. Casting jigs to Spanish Mackerel and Bonito off the beach.

Hey, I'm Captain Raymond Brittain

Surf City, United States
Background
Captain Ray Brittain has been fishing the waters of Topsail Island and New River for over 30 years. After working in the marine industry for 15 years, he received his captain's license and was able to venture into the guiding industry full-time. Capt. Ray enjoys teaching and showing others the beauty and thrill that these waters have to offer. He is well-versed in the different approach and techniques that changing seasons require.
Techniques
Stalking the flats in the early morning or late afternoon sight casting to Redfish. Fishing the backwaters for Speckled Trout. Casting jigs to Spanish Mackerel and Bonito off the beach.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(156 reviews)
Surf City
 2 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $550

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 156 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (154)
Captain Ray knows fishing
Captain Ray knows fishing
Best fishing day on Topsail Island
+151
Angler rating
148
6
1
0
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
Sort by:
Featured  
Showing:
5 of 156 reviews
Casey S.
Jacksonville, NC
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

June fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 2, 2021
We had a great experience with Captain Ray.ย  It was my 14 yo Sonโ€™s first experience at salt water fishing and we all had...
Casey S. recommends Spring Tide Guide Service
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Casey S. recommends Spring Tide Guide Service
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful

Daniel B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Raymond

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 7, 2024
Daniel B. recommends Spring Tide Guide Service
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Daniel B. recommends Spring Tide Guide Service
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful

Travis B.
Jacksonville, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Raymond

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 5, 2021
Raymond is an outstanding guide. His understanding of the local area and ability to target fish is unmatched. From the second...
Travis B. recommends Spring Tide Guide Service
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Travis B. recommends Spring Tide Guide Service
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful

Heather D.
Reidsville, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full Day Trip With Captain Ray

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on October 10, 2020
Captain Ray went above and beyond for my boyfriendโ€™s 30th birthday. He called us the night before and let us know the conditions...
Heather D. recommends Spring Tide Guide Service
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Heather D. recommends Spring Tide Guide Service
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful

Rick C.
Summersville, WV
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half Day Trip with Captain Ray

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 19, 2023
Captain Ray put us on the fish even though conditions were not most favorable and we still got it done! Had a blast!
Rick C. recommends Spring Tide Guide Service
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Rick C. recommends Spring Tide Guide Service
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful