Captain
Randy Thornton

Member since March 2021 Wanchese, United States
Background
After growing up on the Outer Banks, my passion for fishing started young. I spent my young years chasing fish up and down the beaches, sounds, and backwaters with my dad creating memories that have lasted a lifetime. I knew I wanted to give others the same opportunity so I got my Captain license. I captained Offshore, charters for over 10 years however that didn’t stop me from fishing Nearshore and Inshore as often as I could. Now I enjoy taking my 2 kids and my clients and their families to create memories of their own to last a lifetime.
Techniques
Jigging,Trolling,Casting

Hey, I'm Captain Randy Thornton

Wanchese, United States
Background
After growing up on the Outer Banks, my passion for fishing started young. I spent my young years chasing fish up and down the beaches, sounds, and backwaters with my dad creating memories that have lasted a lifetime. I knew I wanted to give others the same opportunity so I got my Captain license. I captained Offshore, charters for over 10 years however that didn’t stop me from fishing Nearshore and Inshore as often as I could. Now I enjoy taking my 2 kids and my clients and their families to create memories of their own to last a lifetime.
Techniques
Jigging,Trolling,Casting
Anglers Choice
390
Reviews
16
Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Riptide Charters

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(390 reviews)
Angler's choice
Wanchese
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Trips from US $350

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 390 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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John H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Randy

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (AM) on April 25, 2025
My son and I had a great trip. We caught fish all morning. Capt. Randy is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely...
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Micah P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Randy

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (PM) on September 24, 2025
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Dwayne H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Another excellent day with in the sound.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore (AM) on July 18, 2025
Had a great day fishing. Captain randy knows weโ€™re the bait are and weโ€™re to get the best catch. Second yr with ripetide...
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Brooke T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great experience

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (AM) on August 19, 2025
The overall experience was wonderful! Randy, the Captain was very helpful explaining to the kids, all things about fishing.
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Chad M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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HIGHLY RECOMMEND RIPTIDE!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (AM) on June 18, 2025
Captain Randy put us on and near fish! Caught reds and trout in our morning 4 hour charter!ย  My two boys (10 & 16) loved it!!
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