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Miss Nell Sportfishing, Inc.
Charter operator

Miss Nell Sportfishing, Inc.

Wanchese, United States
Federal waters
Angler's choice
50+ reviews
Miss Nell is a 44' Custom Carolina Sportfishing boat built by Sheldon Midgett. This boat has fished the waters off of Oregon Inlet, NC longer than most and is a proven inshore and offshore vessel. Captain Lee Wells is a native of the Outer Banks. He grew up fishing the waters around Oregon Inlet and has experience in all types of fishing; inshore,near shore and offshore. He has done it all. Mate Brad Mismas brings years of fishing experience to the team. Experience is the best teacher and our crew are experts. Come enjoy a day of fishing with us.
John and Ann M.
John and Ann M.
Business partner
Lee W.
Lee W.
Captain

Charter

Rating

4.8
97 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.8
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

94%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (97)

Showing 1 – 5 of 97 reviews
  • Scott Lewis
    Scott Lewis
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    We got the fishing trip we wanted

    6 Hour Nearshore 6 am • 6 adults

    Captain Lee and first mate Dave were fantastic. Captain Lee called a few days before our trip to ask about what we were looking for put of our trip. He provided great information about how to get to the marina and made sure we were comfortable with what the trip was going to look like. We asked to catch some sharks and Captain Lee was able to help us hook in to two sandbar sharks that were around 6’ long and fight them to the boat. Dave handled everything for us during the trip and was great at conversation in between catching fish.

    Reported catch:
    Sandbar Shark
    Response from Charter operator

    We are glad everyone had a good time and hope to see you next year

  • Bubba Tucker
    Bubba Tucker
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2017
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome fishing trip on the Miss Nell!!

    6 hr Tower Trip 12:30 pm • 4 adults

    Capt Lee put us on the fish. We booked a 6 hour trip and caught our limit of Big Blues as well as some Spanish Mackeral. Jimbo was an awesome mate that never stopped working. Have to say Capt Lee had his nephew Landin on board and in training. He did an amazing job as well. He will be a great mate on a boat in a very short time. I couldn't have asked for a better day on the water with both my son's and my son in law.

    Reported catch:
    Bluefish (Tailor)
    Spanish Mackerel
    Cobia
    Response from Charter operator

    Bubba, we are glad you had a good time with your family and caught some fish! Thanks for fishing with us!

  • Chad Augustine
    Chad Augustine
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    awesome trip

    4 Hour – Nearshore 6:00 am • 5 adults

    The boat was very spacious, clean and comfortable.. the guides were excelent and very personable.. Captain lee went above and beyond to make make sure we caught fish switch from targeting 1 species to the next to where we were able to catch 4 different specious!!!!

    Response from Charter operator

    Chad, you brought a great crew and we are glad you had a good trip. Thanks for fishing with us and we hope to see you again!

  • David Edwards
    David Edwards
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Family Experience!

    4 Hour – Nearshore 10:30 am • 4 adults

    This was one of the best fishing experiences ever. The Captain and 1st Mate were super friendly and great hosts. As soon as we dropped lines in the water we were catching Spanish Mackerel and Bluefish. These guys were awesome and I look foward to another trip soon.

    Response from Charter operator

    We are glad you had a good trip. That is always our goal, and you had plenty of fish to take home. Come back and fish with us again. Thank you for choosing Miss Nell Sportfishing.

  • Matt Piatek
    Matt Piatek
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Lee and First Mate Willy for the win!

    4 Hour – Nearshore 6:00 am • 4 adults

    What a great trip! We were able to catch some spanish mackerel and blues while trolling the inlet. Would highly recommend and would do it again in a heartbeat. Captain Lee and his First Mate Willy were awesome guides and even better company!

    Reported catch:
    Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
    Bluefish (Tailor)
    Response from Charter operator

    Matt, we are glad you had a good time! That's our goal! Your crew did a great job. Thanks for fishing with us and enjoy your time on the Outer Banks!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Miss Nell Sportfishing
    Miss Nell SportfishingWanchese, NC
    Family group with a child posing beside multiple mackerel-like fish arranged on a marina dock, with a Miss Nell Sportfishing charter sign in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Spanish Mackerel
    King’s
  • Miss Nell Sportfishing
    Miss Nell SportfishingWanchese, NC
    Hooked shark breaking the surface beside a boat during an active saltwater fishing trip, with bait visible above the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Sandbar Shark
    Scott L.
    Scott L.
    Captain Lee and first mate Dave were fantastic. Captain Lee called a few days before our trip to ask about what we were looking for put of our trip. He provided great information about how to get to the marina and made sure we were comfortable with what the trip was going to look like. We asked to catch some sharks and Captain Lee was able to help us hook in to two sandbar sharks that were around 6’ long and fight them to the boat. Dave handled everything for us during the trip and was great at conversation in between catching fish.
  • Miss Nell Sportfishing
    Miss Nell SportfishingWanchese, NC
    Group of four adult anglers posing beside a dock display of multiple mahi-mahi and a large barracuda from an inshore and offshore charter.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Great fishing!
  • Miss Nell Sportfishing
    Miss Nell SportfishingWanchese, NC
    A variety of fish, including Mahi Mahi and a large Barracuda, displayed on a dock with ice, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Sherrie C.
    Sherrie C.
    Had a blast with captain and mate, very personable, had a wonderful time.
  • Miss Nell Sportfishing
    Miss Nell SportfishingWanchese, NC
    Group of anglers posing behind a large mixed catch of fish arranged on a marina dock, with a Miss Nell Sportfishing inshore and offshore charters sign.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Bluefish (Tailor)
    Great fishing today!
  • Miss Nell Sportfishing
    Miss Nell SportfishingWanchese, NC
    Group of adult anglers posing behind a large dock display of assorted offshore fish, including several tuna-like catches, at Miss Nell Sportfishing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Spanish Mackerel
    Late summer inshore fishing has been really good! Spanish Mackerel, blue fish, Albacore.
  • Miss Nell Sportfishing
    Miss Nell SportfishingWanchese, NC
    Three anglers proudly display their catch of fish on the dock, with a sign for Miss Nell Sportfishing in the background.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Kenneth L.
    Kenneth L.
    Captian Lee and first mate Willy did a great job. they knew exactly where they were going and how to handle the conditions with driving the boat and putting us on the fish. We definitely will be back!
  • Miss Nell Sportfishing
    Miss Nell SportfishingWanchese, NC
    Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of fish on the dock, with a sign for Miss Nell Sportfishing in the background.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Good day near shore.
  • Miss Nell Sportfishing
    Miss Nell SportfishingWanchese, NC
    A group of four anglers proudly posing with their catch of fish displayed on the dock, showcasing a successful day of fishing with Miss Nell Sportfishing.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Matt P.
    Matt P.
    What a great trip! We were able to catch some spanish mackerel and blues while trolling the inlet. Would highly recommend and would do it again in a heartbeat. Captain Lee and his First Mate Willy were awesome guides and even better company!
  • Miss Nell Sportfishing
    Miss Nell SportfishingWanchese, NC
    Two anglers proudly displaying a large Sailfish aboard a fishing boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Sailfish
    Offshore action! A sail fish release, mahi and tuna!

What's biting with Miss Nell Sportfishing in Wanchese

While many may want to stay close to shore during November to try to fill the boat with Drum, Trout, and Bass, there's still plenty going on offshore, where the Tuna bite is in its prime!

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Family group with a child posing beside multiple mackerel-like fish arranged on a marina dock, with a Miss Nell Sportfishing charter sign in the background.

Fishing in Wanchese

Nov 8, 2026 • Wanchese
King’s
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Sharks!

Oct 9, 2026 • Wanchese
This party wanted to catch something a little bigger. They requested sharks! Well, what do you know, we found a few. Catch and release for these big guys.
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Group of four adult anglers posing beside a dock display of multiple mahi-mahi and a large barracuda from an inshore and offshore charter.

Productive Day on the Water

Sep 17, 2026 • Wanchese
Great fishing!
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Group of anglers posing behind a large mixed catch of fish arranged on a marina dock, with a Miss Nell Sportfishing inshore and offshore charters sign.

Fishing in Wanchese

Sep 16, 2026 • Wanchese
Great fishing today!
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Group of adult anglers posing behind a large dock display of assorted offshore fish, including several tuna-like catches, at Miss Nell Sportfishing.

Late Summer Inshore: Spanish Mackerel &

Sep 5, 2026 • Wanchese
Late summer inshore fishing has been really good! Spanish Mackerel, blue fish, Albacore.
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Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of fish on the dock, with a sign for Miss Nell Sportfishing in the background.

Good Day Near Shore

Aug 22, 2026 • Wanchese
Good day near shore.
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