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William Baxley
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William Baxley

Ocean Isle Beach, United States
50+ reviews
Captain Baxely has a passion for fishing that started as a child. The more he learned about fishing the more he was 'hooked.' For years he has enjoyed fishing and teaching others the art of fishing.

Charter

Rating

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

What anglers say

100%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
88%
Caught fish

All reviews (64)

Showing 1 – 5 of 64 reviews
  • Andres Rebuli
    Andres Rebuli
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    best trip ever

    2 Hour Trip – Kids Fishing also 1pm • 4 adults • 2 children

    My two boys ages 12 and 10 had a blast on their first fishing charter thanks to Captain Billy. The weather was extremely hot and so was the water which normally is not a good combination for fishing, but the captain did everything he could to make sure that these kids had a memorable experience . Words cannot express how happy it made me to see my boys having a good time on the water and the fact that the captain went out of his way to make sure that these kids caught fish made it all the better. We come to Ocean Isle yearly, and this will be part of our tradition . Thank you Captain Billy for an amazing day on the water ! 

    Reported catch:
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Ken Williams
    Ken Williams
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Very enjoyable experience.

    6 Hour trip • 3 adults

    We booked a six hour off shore fishing trip and had a great time. Even though the warm water made it problematic, he found the right spots to find fish. We caught a nice sized Mahi and several large Spanish Mackerel. He then took us in closer where we caught another Spanish Mackerel using spooners. Captain Billy not only is an experienced fisherman, he is friendly and a great conversationalist. He took us to OIFC to weigh the fish and then cleaned them for us. We had a delicious dinner with enough for several more large meals. We will definitely book with him again.

    Reported catch:
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Matthew Smith
    Matthew Smith
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Such a fun adventure!

    Kids Trip1:00pm 2Hrs • 4 adults • 2 children

    We booked a 2hr kids fishing trip with Capt. Baxley. We all had such a great time! Capt. Billy made us all feel welcome from the first hello. After a nice ride just a short piece off shore he had our boys fishing in minutes. he was well prepared, knowledgeable and just an all around nice guy! Dont hesitate, take the trip with him, I’m so glad we did, and we will be booking with him in the future for sure!!

  • Jill Baker
    Jill Baker
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    We had a great time

    4 Hour Trip – Nearshore • 6 adults • 1 child

    i took my family on a half day charter with Captain Billy and we had a wonderful time! we hooked into a bonnethead shark and landed it! It was so cool and I will never forget it. Captain Billy was great and extremely knowledgeable. i would recommend this trip to anyone that wants a fun experience fishing on the ocean! thank I hope to book this trip again in the future. thank you Captain Billy for a very memorable experience!

  • Krysta Wilson
    Krysta Wilson
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun & Engaging Fishing!

    2 Hour Trip – Kids Fishing also 1pm • 6 adults • 3 children

    Captain Billy was great! This was a perfect trip for our 4 year old twins and 9 year old. Captain was all about making sure the kids were engaged and having fun, while teaching them about the fish and wildlife. He also made sure that we kept catching. I am ready to go on another fishing trip; maybe this time without the kids! 😉

Real catches shared by our community

  • Capt Billy Baxley
    Capt Billy BaxleyOcean Isle Beach, NC
    Great trip
    Andrew A.
    Andrew A.
  • Capt Billy Baxley
    Capt Billy BaxleyOcean Isle Beach, NC
    caught a monster Barracuda on the first cast
    Zach L.
    Zach L.
  • Capt Billy Baxley
    Capt Billy BaxleyOcean Isle Beach, NC
    Very enjoyable experience.
    Ken W.
    Ken W.
  • Capt Billy Baxley
    Capt Billy BaxleyOcean Isle Beach, NC
    Fun & Engaging Fishing!
    Krysta W.
    Krysta W.
  • Capt Billy Baxley
    Capt Billy BaxleyOcean Isle Beach, NC
    best trip ever
    Andres R.
    Andres R.
  • Capt Billy Baxley
    Capt Billy BaxleyOcean Isle Beach, NC
    Such a fun adventure!
    Matthew S.
    Matthew S.
  • Capt Billy Baxley
    Capt Billy BaxleyOcean Isle Beach, NC
    Captain Billy was so good with our kids!! 20 out of 10 recommend!
    Heather G.
    Heather G.
  • Capt Billy Baxley
    Capt Billy BaxleyOcean Isle Beach, NC
    Great captain
    Kevin L.
    Kevin L.
  • Capt Billy Baxley
    Capt Billy BaxleyOcean Isle Beach, NC
    Such a fun trip!
    Kasey A.
    Kasey A.
  • Capt Billy Baxley
    Capt Billy BaxleyOcean Isle Beach, NC
    We had a great time
    Jill B.
    Jill B.

What's biting with Capt Billy Baxley in Ocean Isle Beach

Stripers, Speckled Trout, Redfish and other inshore species are all waiting to be challenged in the fall months. Offshore, there are still battles to be fought as well, just take your pick.

Top catches for October

Fishing reports

Captain and young angler standing inside a center-console fishing boat near the helm and seating area.

Kids Trip

Dec 26, 2024 • Ocean Isle Beach
This is Cash. I had the pleasure of taking cash and his father along with his grandfather on kids fishing trip. What a great day we had. The red hind is being held by Cody Long on a fishing trip we took. And that is me Capt. Billy releasing a pelican that unfortunately got hooked. But he was released, healthy and happy.
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