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Fox Johnson
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Fox Johnson

Carolina Beach, United States
Federal waters
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
Captain Fox Johnson was born and raised fishing in North Carolina. In addition to holding a 100-ton Master USCG Captain's license, Captain Fox earned a degree in Applied Science-Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology from Cape Fear Community College. He is also an ABYC marine electrical certified technician. Fox began his career working in various boat yards and marinas around the Wilmington area and later worked as a charter boat mate fishing out of Carolina Beach. Fox's passion for fishing and knowledge of all things marine technology will ensure you're safe and ready to have the trip of a lifetime reeling in the fish and fun!
Fox J.
Fox J.
Captain

Charter

Rating

5.0
125 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

98%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (125)

Showing 1 – 5 of 125 reviews
  • Casey Rogers
    Casey Rogers
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Rocked it again!

    6 Hour Trip – Live Bait/Trolling • 4 adults • 2 children

    Second year in a row fishing with Captain Fox and AJ, and they are guys are awesome. Took my two boys out with them again this year and we had an absolute blast. Fox worked his ass off to keep us on fish, and AJ was absolutely Johnny on the spot all day. The guy never stopped moving—baiting hooks, getting lines back out, taking care of the fish, and making sure we always had hooks in the water. He was on top of everything from start to finish. What I really appreciate about these guys is that they don’t just take you out, drop some lines and call it a day. They work. When something isn’t producing, they’re changing things up and trying to find the fish. You can tell they actually care whether you have a good trip. Two years in a row with sprain Fox and AJ, and there’s a reason we came back. We’ll definitely be fishing with Fox and AJ again. I highly recommend these guys to anyone looking for a great day on the water.

    Response from Captain

    Thanks Casey! always a great time with yall!

  • Cindy Brandecker
    Cindy Brandecker
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 10/10 Experience with FoxSea Lady!

    3 Hour Trip (AM) • 4 adults • 2 children

    We had an absolute blast on our trip with FoxSea Lady in Carolina Beach! Right from the start, the captain proved how much he cares about his guests—he contacted us beforehand to move our trip to a different day so we could avoid rough seas and have the best possible experience. It paid off big time! We caught a ton of fish and even landed a shark! The captain and first mate were warm, helpful, and kept us entertained the entire time. They made sure everyone in our family had a great time and felt completely taken care of. We would 100% recommend FoxSea Lady to anyone visiting Carolina Beach. We can't wait to book with them again!

    Response from Captain

    thank you!

  • Logan Lees
    Logan Lees
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    THE BEST TIME!

    4 Hour Trip – Reef - 1:00 PM • 2 adults

    We seriously enjoyed our trip from start to finish. It was hot and beautiful the whole time. Fox and AJ are great down to earth guys who know what they’re doing and have fun while doing it. Caught all kinds of different fish. Itty bitty to a baby shark (doo doo da doo)😂 We pull into dock and get to watch two huge sea turtles! Then to end our fishing trip, we caught a Trigger fish and AJ cleaned for us while Fox called a great restaurant, Stoked, who cooked it for us! Tasted amazing! You can not have more fun on any other boat! Thank you gents for the great laughs, the shark jump scare, and the slimy stuff AJ all day😂 See you all soon!

    Reported catch:
    Black Seabass
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bonnethead Shark
    Grunt
    Response from Captain

    thank you!!

  • Justin Drust
    Justin Drust
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Highly Recommend Fox Sea Lady Charters!

    4 Hour Trip – Reef - 1:00 PM • 3 adults • 1 child

    We had an absolutely fantastic day on the water with Fox Sea Lady Charters! From the very beginning, their communication was excellent, making the entire booking process easy and stress-free. Captain Fox was awesome, super friendly, calm, welcoming, and incredible with our kids. He made everyone feel comfortable and safe from the moment we stepped on the boat until we returned to the dock. The boat itself was spotless and fully equipped with everything needed for a great day of fishing. A huge shoutout to First Mate AJ, who was absolutely fantastic! He was friendly, welcoming, easy to talk to, and just an all-around pleasure to spend the day with. He worked hard to make sure we had a great experience and even cleaned and filleted all of our catch before we headed home. We booked the 4-hour charter and spent time trolling as well as fishing the reef. The trolling produced plenty of Spanish mackerel, and we even landed a huge king mackerel! Once we moved to the reef, the action was nonstop, we were catching fish one after another, and everyone had a blast. This was one of the best fishing charters we’ve been on, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We would absolutely book with Fox Sea Lady Charters again, in fact, we can’t wait to plan our next trip. If you’re looking for a fun, family-friendly, safe, and successful day on the water, we highly recommend them!

    Reported catch:
    Black Seabass
    Spanish Mackerel
    Response from Captain

    Thank you!!

  • Tj Coleman
    Tj Coleman
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip!!!

    5 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM • 3 adults • 1 child

    8-80 the foxy sea lady is the boat to be on!!! great boat, amazing fishing, but best of all was the crew!!!! Fox and Aj took care of us like we were family. They made the experience fun and educational for my kids and i think helped me get 2 new fishermen hooked!! They are willing to give the customer what they want but if you are smart enough to let them be the pros they will do all they can do to put you on fish and most importantly keep you safe. We will see them again soon. Great fishing,great fun, and great stories!!

    Reported catch:
    Bluefish (Tailor)
    Spanish Mackerel
    Response from Captain

    thank you!!!

Real catches shared by our community

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    Group of adult anglers displaying king mackerel and other coastal fish on a dock beside a Hook Sea Lady Charters catch board.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
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    Spanish Mackerel
    Nick L.
    Nick L.
    I will definitely book with the captian again. He and the first mate make the trip the best ot can be.
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    FoxSea Lady Fishing ChartersCarolina Beach, NC
    Teen angler and adult posing beneath a dockside catch board displaying numerous Spanish mackerel and other offshore fish, with Fox Sea Lady Charters signage.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Jason M.
    Jason M.
    With the nor’easter playing with the weather, we opted to for more in coast fishing for Spanish and whatever else we could find. Ended up catching 22 fish altogether, 2 being personal bests. Capt Fox and first mate AJ did a fabulous job amd we couldnt be happier!!
  • FoxSea Lady Fishing Charters
    FoxSea Lady Fishing ChartersCarolina Beach, NC
    A Spanish Mackerel laid out on the deck of a boat, showcasing the catch after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Spanish Mackerel
    Casey D.
    Casey D.
    We came down for a bachelor trip and went out and caught several Spanish. I will definitely return for another trip in the future
  • FoxSea Lady Fishing Charters
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    Two anglers celebrating their catch of multiple fish displayed on a board at the dock, showcasing a fun moment after a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Bryce P.
    Bryce P.
    We had a blast with Fox and AJ! Caught a lot of spanish and sharks. Definitely recommend for everyone!
  • FoxSea Lady Fishing Charters
    FoxSea Lady Fishing ChartersCarolina Beach, NC
    Angler proudly displaying a caught shark while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bonnethead Shark
    Natalie V.
    Natalie V.
    Cap’n and mate both super friendly & knowledgeable. We caught so many mackerel we switched to shark and caught 3. Other fish too and a jellyfish we got to hold. Great fishing/catching trip!
  • FoxSea Lady Fishing Charters
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    A young angler proudly displaying a large fish while aboard a fishing boat, enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Casey R.
    Casey R.
    Second year in a row fishing with Captain Fox and AJ, and they are guys are awesome. Took my two boys out with them again this year and we had an absolute blast. Fox worked his ass off to keep us on fish, and AJ was absolutely Johnny on the spot all day. The guy never stopped moving—baiting hooks, getting lines back out, taking care of the fish, and making sure we always had hooks in the water. He was on top of everything from start to finish. What I really appreciate about these guys is that they don’t just take you out, drop some lines and call it a day. They work. When something isn’t producing, they’re changing things up and trying to find the fish. You can tell they actually care whether you have a good trip. Two years in a row with sprain Fox and AJ, and there’s a reason we came back. We’ll definitely be fishing with Fox and AJ again. I highly recommend these guys to anyone looking for a great day on the water.
  • FoxSea Lady Fishing Charters
    FoxSea Lady Fishing ChartersCarolina Beach, NC
    Two anglers dressed in pirate costumes proudly display a caught shark while fishing on a boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Blacktip Shark
    Paul D.
    Paul D.
    I would highly recommend booking this boat and captain! He knew just where to go. We even caught a couple of sharks! Got to hold them and everything. We all will be back next year to book with these guys again. Thank You
  • FoxSea Lady Fishing Charters
    FoxSea Lady Fishing ChartersCarolina Beach, NC
    A neat display of multiple Spanish Mackerel arranged on the side of a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Dorothy C.
    Dorothy C.
    Captain and first mate AJ were great!
  • FoxSea Lady Fishing Charters
    FoxSea Lady Fishing ChartersCarolina Beach, NC
    Large display of Spanish and king mackerel arranged on a marina catch board above a charter boat, with a Captain Fox Johnson sign and QR code.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Susanna L.
    Susanna L.
    had a few first timers everybody caught fish! 27 to be exact! had a blast captain and mate were awsome!!! thank you! well be back
  • FoxSea Lady Fishing Charters
    FoxSea Lady Fishing ChartersCarolina Beach, NC
    Young angler proudly holding two spotted Spanish mackerel aboard a fishing boat near a waterfront dock.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Daniel V.
    Daniel V.
    went out woth my two boys and Captain Fox put us right on the fish. spent four hours catching tons of fish from little seabass to an atlantic sharpnose shark! first mate AJ was awesome and constantly had my kids up and running again with their rods. Great team, would highly recommend!

What's biting with FoxSea Lady Fishing Charters in Carolina Beach

Tournament season winds down by November, but the fishing certainly doesn't! Expect big catches of Striped Bass, Black Drum, Speckled Trout, Tarpon, and late season King Mackerel.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

A young angler proudly displaying a large fish, likely a Spanish Mackerel, alongside a variety of other catches on a sunny day.

1/2 Day charters

Jun 26, 2026 • Carolina Beach
Our 1/2 day charters have been a fun time with lots of first timers! Weve been bringing in a nice variety with lots of catch and release happening on nearshore reefs. Always a fun time for anglers who aren’t particularly looking to bring home more than a dinners worth of fish. Our trolling bite has been a little here and there with morning trips catching early bites sometimes and aome afternoon trips bringing in a tack full- so either time doesnt seem to matter right now! Always a fun time!
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A variety of fish displayed on a catch board at the marina, showcasing a successful fishing trip with the Sea Lady Charters.

June fishing in full swing!

Jun 6, 2026 • Carolina Beach
Weve been having a blast and summer is heating up! Our 1/2 day trolling trips have been bringing in spanish mackerel and blues with afternoon trips consistently firing up the amberjacks and shark fishing is always a fun time. A few kings have been found here and there as well. Lets go!
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Three young anglers pose beside a dockside catch board displaying multiple fish at Fox Sea Lady Charters in a marina.

Spanish Mackerel Morning Action Off Caro

May 29, 2026 • Carolina Beach
Another fantastic morning out on the water chasing Spanish Mackerel! We put our guests on a great bite this morning — the fish were fired up and cooperation was excellent. The cooler got loaded up with a nice catch of Spanish Mackerel and the smiles on our anglers' faces said it all. It was a perfect half-day trip out of Carolina Beach. Whether you're an experienced angler or bringing the kids out for the first time, Spanish Mackerel season is absolutely on fire right now. Don't miss out — give us a call at **hidden content** to book your trip before the season peaks!
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A family poses proudly on the boat 'Fox Sea Lady' with their catch of fish after a successful fishing trip in Carolina Beach, North Carolina.

Memorial Day Weekend Fishing - Family Fu

May 25, 2026 • Carolina Beach
We snuck in one last trip to close out a wonderful Memorial Day weekend on the water! Mother Nature did give us a bit of a challenge with some wind and sea conditions rolling in, but we made it happen and got our guests out for a fantastic final trip of the holiday. What a weekend it has been — we are so grateful for all the amazing families and groups who came ouWe snuck in one last trip to close out a wonderful Memorial Day weekend on the water! Mother Nature did give us a bit of a challenge with some wind and sea conditions rolling in, but we made it happen and got our guests out for a fantastic final trip of the holiday. What a weekend it has been — we are so grateful for all the amazing families and groups who came out to fish with us. Spanish Mackerel were on the chew and we put our anglers right on the action. If you're looking to book a trip out of Carolina Beach, NC, our calendar is filling up fast! Give Capt. Fox Johnson a call at **hidden content** to reserve your spot.t to fish with us. Spanish Mackerel were on the chew and we put our anglers right on the action. If you're looking to book a trip out of Carolina Beach, NC, our calendar is filling up fast! Give Capt. Fox Johnson a call at **hidden content** to reserve your spot.
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A family proudly displaying their catch of fish on the boat 'Fox Sea Lady' after a successful nearshore fishing trip at Carolina Beach, NC.

Nearshore Reef Afternoon - Family Fishin

May 23, 2026 • Carolina Beach
Had a great afternoon trolling out to a nearshore reef with this awesome crew to see what was biting! This family was a blast to have on board and the fishing didn't disappoint. We headed out to one of our favorite nearshore spots off Carolina Beach, NC, and worked through a variety of techniques to target whatever species were active on the reef. This is what it's all about — getting families out on the water and making memories. Give Capt. Fox Johnson a call at **hidden content** to book your afternoon reef trip!
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Group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of Amberjacks and Mackerel on a catch board after a successful fishing trip.

8-Hour AmberJack and King Mackerel Blast

May 23, 2026 • Carolina Beach
What a morning on the water! We had a blast on our 8-hour deep sea trip, racking up some serious numbers of AmberJack and King Mackerel. Mother Nature cooperated and gave us the perfect window during Memorial Day weekend to get these crews out there. The bite was on fire out of Carolina Beach, NC. AmberJacks were fighting hard and the King Mackerel were showing up in numbers. We kept busy all morning long. Call **hidden content** to book your next adventure!
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