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!

Hey, I'm Captain Bobby Smith

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!
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(238 reviews)
Angler's choice
Nags Head
 Last booking: 10 hours ago
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Trips from US $700

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 238 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (180)
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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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Clarence B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 4, 2025
Werenโ€™t with friends and family, the crew was great, caught a fewe Spanish makrel and blues and overall a great experience
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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
Overall

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
Overall

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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George C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great team

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on April 5, 2025
Guys were amazing to deal with and had a blast
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Tony A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time fishing!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on September 10, 2024
Fish-in-Fool was great! We had an awesome time and caught lots of Ribbon fish and Albacore, a couple of Mahi Mahi and a couple...
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