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Mike Tierney
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Mike Tierney

Manteo, United States
Federal waters
50+ reviews
Captain Mike Tierney has been fishing the blue water off the Outer Banks for almost 25 years. He's got decades of experience in both inshore and offshore waters, and he grew up doing a lot of sound and inlet fishing too. Capt. Mike strives to provide everything you'll need for a memorable trip, including tackle, expert advice, and solid fishing action.

Charters

Rating

4.6
88 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.6
Captain & Crew
4.3
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

78%
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
89%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
64%
Caught fish

All reviews (88)

Showing 1 – 5 of 88 reviews
  • Matt Gordon
    Matt Gordon
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Mike and First Mate Dustin Are Top-Notch

    Full Day Trip – Offshore • 2 adults

    Captain Mike and Dustin were friendly, efficient, and knowledgable. We have been on offshore fishing charters everywhere and the service went above and beyond. Captain Mike put us on fish and Dustin kept us fishing. We highly recommend Uptick Charters.

    Reported catch:
    Tilefish
  • Wally Spiteri
    Wally Spiteri
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip Great crew

    Full Day Trip – Offshore • 4 adults

    Captain Mike really tried his hardest to get us all the fish we wanted. He didnt give up brought us to different spots. His First Mate was very knowledgeable and respectful. I would 100% recommend booking with him.

    Reported catch:
    Tilefish
  • Dan Barker
    Dan Barker
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Mike

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) • 6 adults • 2 children
  • Stacie Dugan
    Stacie Dugan
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Family friendly great morning!

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) • 5 adults • 2 children

    We had a great time with Captain Mike and first Mate Dallas! We took our two kids aged 6 and 9 and they were perfect ages for the inshore trip. Our little guy got a bit sea sick and Dallas took great care of him getting a bucket of cool water for his feet and having him lay back. We caught several fish and were provided the info for a marina close by to get them cleaned. We will definitely be rebooking next year!

    Reported catch:
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Timothy Rooney
    Timothy Rooney
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Calm Seas and Tight Lines

    Half Day Shark Fishing • 2 adults

    I Took my 14-year-old boy on his first ocean fishing charter. Captain Mike and Dallas (deck-mate) are friendly and fun. They made the trip a perfect first experience for my son. They promised us sharks and they delivered.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Uptick Charters – Duck
    Uptick Charters – DuckDuck, NC
    A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of Barracuda on a fishing charter in a coastal waterway.
    Jessica P.
    Jessica P.
    Captain Mike was awesome and first mate Dallas was very knowledgeable, friendly, funny, and worked really hard.
  • Uptick Charters – Duck
    Uptick Charters – DuckDuck, NC
    Angler proudly displaying two large Gray Snapper while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Tile season is going strong. Getting limits
  • Uptick Charters – Duck
    Uptick Charters – DuckDuck, NC
    Young angler proudly holding a large fish while fishing offshore, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
    The Tile fishing is great on our DEEP SEA trip. Yesterday we limited out.
  • Uptick Charters – Duck
    Uptick Charters – DuckDuck, NC
    An angler proudly displaying a large Gray Snapper while fishing offshore, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Scamp Grouper
    Only a month to go before the season closes and the Tile fish are here..
  • Uptick Charters – Duck
    Uptick Charters – DuckDuck, NC
    Group of anglers aboard a center-console boat displaying a large fish, with a neatly arranged mixed catch on the deck and a bridge in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Andrew J.
    Andrew J.
  • Uptick Charters – Duck
    Uptick Charters – DuckDuck, NC
    Young angler reeling in a fish from the stern of a center-console boat offshore, with rods deployed and the Suzuki outboard visible.
    Kristin A.
    Kristin A.
    We had a great day with capt Mike and Ben. We caught 6 big ribbon fish. Would go on this again!
  • Uptick Charters – Duck
    Uptick Charters – DuckDuck, NC
    Adult angler holding a long, slender silver fish aboard a sport-fishing boat offshore.
    Mary H.
    Mary H.
    Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Will definitely be coming back.
  • Uptick Charters – Duck
    Uptick Charters – DuckDuck, NC
    Group of anglers displaying their catch of Barracuda while enjoying a day on the water.
    Molly M.
    Molly M.
    Trip was awesome. We will be booking again next year! Great for those who love to fish and those that just like to be the camera man!
  • Uptick Charters – Duck
    Uptick Charters – DuckDuck, NC
    Three anglers relaxing on the boat's interior, showcasing a scenic fishing trip with multiple fish laid out in front.
    Victor H.
    Victor H.
    Captain Mike, and Ben were great. Diffidently recommended them Uptick charter.
  • Uptick Charters – Duck
    Uptick Charters – DuckDuck, NC
    Group of anglers aboard an offshore fishing boat displaying a freshly caught long-bodied fish while another rod is rigged for action.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
    Wesley C.
    Wesley C.
    1st time shark fishing and had a blast. We will definitely be back for more. Our captain and 1st mate are top notch and made sure we had an amazing experience. Thank you both. Wes from Ohio

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Uptick Charters in Manteo

It's getting colder, but the fishing remains red hot. Explore the shallow waters near the shoreline of Manteo and go after some nationwide favorite game and table fish, from Redfish to Flounder.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Angler proudly displaying two large Gray Snapper while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.

Monster Tile fish

Jun 17, 2024 • Duck
Tile season is going strong. Getting limits
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Young angler proudly holding a large fish while fishing offshore, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.

Deep sea Trip for Tile Fish

Jun 4, 2024 • Duck
The Tile fishing is great on our DEEP SEA trip. Yesterday we limited out.
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An angler proudly displaying a large Gray Snapper while fishing offshore, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.

TILE FISHING IS HOT

Jul 31, 2023 • Duck
Only a month to go before the season closes and the Tile fish are here..
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A shark is seen breaking the surface of the water while being reeled in, showcasing an exciting moment during a fishing trip.

Shark fishing

Jun 8, 2023 • Duck
The shark migration has begun with Black Tips and Hammerheads arriving
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A shark is seen breaking the surface of the water while being reeled in, showcasing an exciting moment during a fishing trip.

Shark Fishing

Jun 7, 2023 • Manteo
The shark migration has begun with Blacktip and Hammerheads arriving
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Three anglers proudly displaying their catch, including Mahi Mahi and a flag, aboard a fishing boat in a coastal setting.

Uptick releases 500 pound Blue Marlin

Jul 13, 2019 • Manteo
Saturday proved very productive in the Gulfstream. Blue Marlin, mahi-mahi, Sea Bass and Tile fish.
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