Captain
Bobby Smith

Member since May 2017 Nags Head, United States
Background
Capt. Bobby Smith has proudly operated out of Oregon Inlet for 38 years. He began at the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center pumping gas before climbing his way up the ladder to Captain, eventually building one of the marina's quality fishing businesses. Captain Bobby is joined by his mate Russell who has also fished out of Oregon Inlet for over 20 years. Together they will guide you to the fish you've always dreamed of!

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Nags Head, United States
Background
Capt. Bobby Smith has proudly operated out of Oregon Inlet for 38 years. He began at the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center pumping gas before climbing his way up the ladder to Captain, eventually building one of the marina's quality fishing businesses. Captain Bobby is joined by his mate Russell who has also fished out of Oregon Inlet for over 20 years. Together they will guide you to the fish you've always dreamed of!
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Fish-N-Fool Charters

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(232 reviews)
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Nags Head
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Trips from US $700

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Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 232 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
84%
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Christina K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on June 30, 2025
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James K.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Productive 1/2 Day Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on June 26, 2025
Fun family trip - Caught 5 sharks, 5 Spanish Mackerel and a Bluefish. Boat and the crew were great.
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Sandralee H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 6, 2024
The crew was excellent with my grandsons. We caught a lot of fish. Took great pictures. Thank you for awesome memories! The...
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MARK G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fantastic trip!!!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on May 29, 2025
We caught over 60 fish, had a fantastic time and enjoyed every minute of our trip! Russel and Captain Bobby were amazing!
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Troy C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Windy September day

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 4, 2024
The wind was blowing like a mad man, the captain navigated the boat absolutely beautifully, the mate was staying on top of...
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