Search
Joe Jenkins
Captain

Joe Jenkins

Mount Pleasant, United States
Veteran owned
Federal waters
10+ reviews
Captain Joe Jenkins began fishing along the North Carolina coast in the 1980s, primarily out of Topsail Beach. Growing up, he targeted Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and other inshore and nearshore species. His passion for fishing eventually led him offshore, where he quickly became hooked on catching King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Grouper, Snapper, and billfish. After an eight-year detour serving in the U.S. Coast Guard, Capt. Joe returned to his passion and has been fishing the waters around Charleston, SC, and Wilmington, NC, ever since!

Charter

Rating

4.9
13 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

All reviews (13)

Showing 1 – 5 of 13 reviews
  • Koty Emory
    Koty Emory
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Full day with Captain Joe

    Full Day Trip • 2 adults

    We did a full day with Captain Joe and his son DJ. The forecast called for decently clear waters, but that certainly changed. We all made the best of the trip, and it seems like every boat wasn't having much luck that day, which I feel is expected the first weekend in April. We still had fun and I think they did a great job navigating and putting us on the fish that they did. We are certainly looking forward to eating what we caught and appreciate them cutting the fish for us!

    Reported catch:
    Black Seabass
    Response from Captain

    Thanks again for fishing with us! Had a great time enjoyed meeting yall, hope to be able to do it again sometime!

  • Jonathan Cunningham
    Jonathan Cunningham
    us
    Nebraska, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    6 hour trip with Captain Joe

    3/4 Day Trip • 3 adults • 1 child

    Was a great trip, didn't waste time getting to the fishing spot. Joe knew right where to find the fish. Had one in the boat in less then 15 minutes. Was great at sharing his knowledge. I didn't think there was so much difference between fresh and saltwater fishing. I learned alot in the short trip. Will definitely make a return trip. Highly recommend Joe for your next trip.

    Response from Captain

    Thanks Jonathan! Had a great time fishing with you and your family, hope to do it again. Safe travels home!

  • Aaron Quinton
    Aaron Quinton
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Joe delivers big time fishing on all levels !

    Half Day Trip (PM) • 2 adults

    AMAZING FISHING EXPERIENCE ! I cant begin to describe the quality and enjoyment of the trip provided by Captain Joe ! Putting us in the areas to maximize our quantity and quality of different types of fish. He has the knowledge, tools and equipment that provided a A+ time on water. My wife is 7 months pregnant and Captain Joe was unbelievable in making sure she was taken care of on ever level ! We couldn't have asked for a better time and Captain ! We are definitely using Captain Joe next time and everytime we want to Charter fish !

    Reported catch:
    Spanish Mackerel
    Black Seabass
    Response from Captain

    Thanks for fishing with us and it was our pleasure! Can't wait to take you out again.

  • Dana Cranouski
    Dana Cranouski
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Joe

    3/4 Day Trip • 3 adults

    Awesome trip with Captain Joe will definitely be back again!

  • Destiny Jeffers
    Destiny Jeffers
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2019
    4.7
    Verified

    3/4 day (8hr) trip w/ Captain Joe

    Full Day Trip • 4 adults

    We had a great experience with captain Joe! This was us fours first time deep sea fishing and it was my 23rd birthday, one I’ll never forget! We caught 11 Spanish Mackerel for the day, the beginning was slow but onto plan b he went. Not to mention the beautiful ocean sunrise we got to see along with tons of jelly fish and a 7-8 foot shark! At the end we even got to tie off to someone else’s boat and go for a swim. Overall recommend captain Joe he even cleaned our fish! It was a lifetime experience we’ll all remember.

    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Real catches shared by our community

  • Chase-N-Fins Charters
    Chase-N-Fins ChartersHolly Ridge, NC
    Large great barracuda displayed on the boat deck, showing its long body, sharp teeth, and fresh catch markings.
    Fish 1
    Great Barracuda
    Dana C.
    Dana C.
    Awesome trip with Captain Joe will definitely be back again!
  • Chase-N-Fins Charters
    Chase-N-Fins ChartersCarolina Beach, NC
    Two adult anglers pose aboard a center-console boat beside a large display of multiple freshly caught fish offshore.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Thomas W.
    Thomas W.
    We had fun and we caught alot of fish. . Even if it was hot on the water and we didn't not make it out that far because of the threat of the change of weather. We well go out with Captain again. For sure.
  • Chase-N-Fins Charters
    Chase-N-Fins ChartersCarolina Beach, NC
    Two adult women posing together on the deck of a fishing boat at sea during golden-hour light; no catch is visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Spanish Mackerel
    Destiny J.
    Destiny J.
    We had a great experience with captain Joe! This was us fours first time deep sea fishing and it was my 23rd birthday, one I’ll never forget! We caught 11 Spanish Mackerel for the day, the beginning was slow but onto plan b he went. Not to mention the beautiful ocean sunrise we got to see along with tons of jelly fish and a 7-8 foot shark! At the end we even got to tie off to someone else’s boat and go for a swim. Overall recommend captain Joe he even cleaned our fish! It was a lifetime experience we’ll all remember.
  • Chase-N-Fins Charters
    Chase-N-Fins ChartersCarolina Beach, NC
    Half day trip with captain Joe
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Ginny .
    Ginny .
    The overall experience was great! Captain Joe was very helpful and made my first fishing trip fun and memorable. I would recommend him to anyone!!
  • Chase-N-Fins Charters
    Chase-N-Fins ChartersMount Pleasant, SC
    Young angler holding a red snapper and another reef fish aboard a boat during an offshore fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Vermilion Snapper
    The bite is one! Now is the time to load your coolers with some bottom fish and practice for the opening of grouper season May 1st. Last weekend we had our limit of BSB and Beeliners in just a couple stops. And the grouper are thick! Book a trip!

What's biting with Chase-N-Fins Charters in Mount Pleasant

The inshore bite remains strong, and Bull Redfish are everywhere! Spotted Seatrout and Flounder inhabit creeks and shallow waters. With fewer boats on the water, visit now if you want the fishing grounds to yourself.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Young angler holding a red snapper and another reef fish aboard a boat during an offshore fishing trip.

The bite is on! Black Sea Bass, Beeliner

Mar 24, 2019 • Mount Pleasant
The bite is one! Now is the time to load your coolers with some bottom fish and practice for the opening of grouper season May 1st. Last weekend we had our limit of BSB and Beeliners in just a couple stops. And the grouper are thick! Book a trip!
Show more