Captain
David Spahr

Member since February 2021 Hilton Head Island, United States
Background
Captain David used to work for a ferry boat operation with a captain who also ran fishing charters part-time and who asked him to mate with him on those fishing charters. Captain David accepted and they started running full-day charters to the “Snapper banks”. So, about 40 miles offshore, he learned to bottom fish. It was a fast and furious way to learn but he loved it. He knew that fishing would be a way of life for him from then on. After a couple of years working there, he did a tour in the USCG. Returning to the area, he found myself back doing fishing charters as a mate. After a couple of years on deck, Captain David obtained his captain’s license and began running charters.
Techniques
At anchor or drifting using live bait or chunk bait. Sight casting with spinning gear to surfacing fish. The surprise of a fish hitting a bait and stretching the line is always exciting!

Hey, I'm Captain David Spahr

Hilton Head Island, United States
Background
Captain David used to work for a ferry boat operation with a captain who also ran fishing charters part-time and who asked him to mate with him on those fishing charters. Captain David accepted and they started running full-day charters to the “Snapper banks”. So, about 40 miles offshore, he learned to bottom fish. It was a fast and furious way to learn but he loved it. He knew that fishing would be a way of life for him from then on. After a couple of years working there, he did a tour in the USCG. Returning to the area, he found myself back doing fishing charters as a mate. After a couple of years on deck, Captain David obtained his captain’s license and began running charters.
Techniques
At anchor or drifting using live bait or chunk bait. Sight casting with spinning gear to surfacing fish. The surprise of a fish hitting a bait and stretching the line is always exciting!
Anglers Choice
Verified

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(388 reviews)
Angler's choice
Hilton Head Island
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $425

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 388 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (302)
gentleman through and through
Great experience on the Carolina Rig
Great experience on the Carolina Rig
+299
Angler rating
355
25
6
2
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
84%
Sort by:
Featured  
Showing:
5 of 388 reviews
Keith S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day out

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore on August 9, 2025
Capt David helped us catch 7 species during the trip. A lot of fun for my son and I.
Keith S. recommends Carolina Rig
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  David Spahr Captain replied

Mike M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore AM on June 11, 2025
Thanks for a great trip.ย  Great fish and caught lots of fish.ย  Had a great time.ย  Highly recommend.
Mike M. recommends Carolina Rig
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  David Spahr Captain replied

Paul L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore AM on June 3, 2025
We enjoyed the trip.ย  Caught a bunch of sharks.ย  We would charter with Captain David again!
Paul L. recommends Carolina Rig
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  David Spahr Captain replied

Edward G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore AM on July 21, 2025
Captain Dave was an able guide and help. We had a very good time.
Edward G. recommends Carolina Rig
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  David Spahr Captain replied

Kevin O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day on the water!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore PM on May 30, 2025
Really enjoyed our time on the water this morning.ย  Managed to catch a couple sharks and rays.ย  David kept us setup and fishing...
Kevin O. recommends Carolina Rig
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  David Spahr Captain replied