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Johnny Ferrell
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Johnny Ferrell

Ocean Isle Beach, United States
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
Captain Johnny offers to take you on a pleasant inshore or nearshore trip and make your day on the water full of fun.

Charter

Rating

4.9
188 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

99%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish

All reviews (188)

Showing 1 – 5 of 188 reviews
  • James Shelton
    James Shelton
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Trip!!!

    2 hour Kids Trip • 4 adults • 2 children

    we went out yesterday 7/31 with Johnny to do the kids trip and it was an amazing trip. It was my wife and two boys 12 and 4. i wasnt sire how my 4 year old would do. At first he was unsure but from the start of the trup Johnny was amazing he made sure both my boys were included in everything he did. He taugh my oldest a good bit about rigging up fishing poles and hownto handle the fish. My couldnt stop talking about the trip the rest of the day and wants to start fishing more. He was great with my youngest and new exaclty how to keep him engaged so he could have fun. Johnmy was great all around glad we picked him to take us out fishing. We alrwady know when we come down next year we are booking another trip with him. If you have kids and want to have a great time I would 110% recommend Johnny. Thank you for making our first fishing trip in Ocean Isle a great one!!!

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Response from Captain

    I really appreciate the positive review James. I enjoyed meeting and fishing with y'all. Hope to see y'all next year.

  • Eldridge C
    Eldridge C
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain John was awesome

    Half Day Trip • 2 adults

    Captain John did a great job. Super friendly and very knowledgeable. Fishing wasn’t the greatest, but we did catch fish, however it wasn’t for a lack of effort from Captain John he took us to several different places trying to track them down. He spoke with several other captains on the Water on the day of our trip and nobody was catching very many fish, but that’s the reason they call it fishing and not catching. I would absolutely book another trip with Captain John.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Sheepshead
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the positive review. I enjoyed meeting and fishing with y'all today.

  • Derek Sams
    Derek Sams
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Captain Ever!!!

    2 hour Kids Trip • 4 adults • 2 children

    Captain John was awesome. My boys had an absolute blast on the charter and that’s really what it’s all about. Each of them got to feel the rush of pulling in the biggest fish they’ve ever caught, which made it even more memorable. He was great with the kids, kept things fun, and made sure they were always engaged and having a good time. You can tell he knows what he’s doing and genuinely enjoys it. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We’ll definitely be calling him again next time we’re back in Ocean Isle.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the positive review. I enjoyed meeting and fishing with y'all. great kids

  • Brian "jake" Walker
    Brian "jake" Walker
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Wonderful experience!

    2 hour Kids Trip • 4 adults • 2 children

    My wife, daughter, nephew, and I booked a 2 hour kids trip with Captain John. He was absolutely amazing and really great with the kids! He tried several different spots in an attempt to let the kids catch some big fish but also to just put fish in the boat no matter how big. This kept them engaged and also kept it fun. We highly recommend Captain John!

    Reported catch:
    Flounder
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the positive review. I enjoyed meeting and fishing with y'all today.

  • Tony Adson
    Tony Adson
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip with Captain John

    Half Day Trip • 4 adults

    Captain John was great on this trip. We were expecting rain and rough weather but He kept us away feom the rain and rough waterways. He was very patient with baiting hooks and helping us to get some fish in ghe boat. we hooked up with some nice founder but not able to keep them. we will definitely go out with Captain John next time we have the opportunity!.

    Reported catch:
    Flounder
    Response from Captain

    I enjoyed meeting and fishing with y'all today. Thank you for the positive review.

Real catches shared by our community

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    Young angler and adult proudly display a red drum on the deck of a fishing boat at the dock.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Rich M.
    Rich M.
    Captain called and said we might have to cancel because of motor issues. However, he was able yo get the boat fixed in time for the trip. My grandsons had fun and each boy caught 4 fishes. Captain was especially great with the 6 yr. old.
  • Ol' Blue Fishing Charters
    Ol' Blue Fishing ChartersOcean Isle Beach, NC
    Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing from a boat in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Matthew S.
    Matthew S.
    Had a great with this captain and boat caught some real nice Reds.
  • Ol' Blue Fishing Charters
    Ol' Blue Fishing ChartersOcean Isle Beach, NC
    Two anglers proudly displaying a Redfish while enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Darin F.
    Darin F.
    My wife and I went on this trip with Captain Johnny, who was super knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. We had a nice day, but the fact he knew the area and where to fish was great and if we didn't catching anything in one spot, we moved. His focus was for us to enjoy the trip. As a result, we caught several nice fish as well as got several suggestions for local resturants. I would recommend him again.
  • Ol' Blue Fishing Charters
    Ol' Blue Fishing ChartersOcean Isle Beach, NC
    A flounder is being measured on a ruler aboard a fishing boat, showcasing the catch in a practical setting.
    Fish 1
    Flounder
    Danny M.
    Danny M.
    caught some excellent flounder
  • Ol' Blue Fishing Charters
    Ol' Blue Fishing ChartersOcean Isle Beach, NC
    Angler proudly displaying a Flounder while aboard a boat, enjoying a day of fishing in coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Flounder
    Jeff B.
    Jeff B.
    Johnny was great. Fishing was slow but Johnny put us on fish. Definitely knows what he is talking about. Cought flounder and other. Johnny Took us for a ride in the ocean too. Asher loved it. Will definitely use him again
  • Ol' Blue Fishing Charters
    Ol' Blue Fishing ChartersOcean Isle Beach, NC
    A happy angler proudly displaying a Flounder while fishing from a boat, with a scenic dock in the background.
    Fish 1
    Flounder
    David M.
    David M.
    My son, daughter In law and I had a blast! Her first fishing trip and was very skeptical about going. Once she started catching fish she was “hooked”. She said it was the best part of our beach trip. Thank you very much Johnny for making her trip so enjoyable! See you again next year!!
  • Ol' Blue Fishing Charters
    Ol' Blue Fishing ChartersOcean Isle Beach, NC
    A young angler proudly displaying a Flounder while fishing on a boat, showcasing a fun day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +4
    Flounder
    Matt H.
    Matt H.
    Captain John was great, taught my son so much about the fish he was going after and catching. he was very knowledgeable about the area that we were going snd what we were targeting. will certainly be booking with him again in the future!
  • Ol' Blue Fishing Charters
    Ol' Blue Fishing ChartersOcean Isle Beach, NC
    A young angler proudly displaying a striped bass while fishing from a boat in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Eldridge C.
    Eldridge C.
    Captain John did a great job. Super friendly and very knowledgeable. Fishing wasn’t the greatest, but we did catch fish, however it wasn’t for a lack of effort from Captain John he took us to several different places trying to track them down. He spoke with several other captains on the Water on the day of our trip and nobody was catching very many fish, but that’s the reason they call it fishing and not catching. I would absolutely book another trip with Captain John.
  • Ol' Blue Fishing Charters
    Ol' Blue Fishing ChartersOcean Isle Beach, NC
    Young angler proudly holds a redfish aboard a center-console fishing boat, with an adult family member behind him on the inshore water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    James S.
    James S.
    we went out yesterday 7/31 with Johnny to do the kids trip and it was an amazing trip. It was my wife and two boys 12 and 4. i wasnt sire how my 4 year old would do. At first he was unsure but from the start of the trup Johnny was amazing he made sure both my boys were included in everything he did. He taugh my oldest a good bit about rigging up fishing poles and hownto handle the fish. My couldnt stop talking about the trip the rest of the day and wants to start fishing more. He was great with my youngest and new exaclty how to keep him engaged so he could have fun. Johnmy was great all around glad we picked him to take us out fishing. We alrwady know when we come down next year we are booking another trip with him. If you have kids and want to have a great time I would 110% recommend Johnny. Thank you for making our first fishing trip in Ocean Isle a great one!!!
  • Ol' Blue Fishing Charters
    Ol' Blue Fishing ChartersOcean Isle Beach, NC
    Teen angler holding a redfish aboard a center-console fishing boat, with another angler visible in the background on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Nichole D.
    Nichole D.
    If you’re looking for a captain who enjoys helping people catch fish and have a memorable day on the water, I highly recommend Captain Johnny!

What's biting with Ol' Blue Fishing Charters in Ocean Isle Beach

With the offshore season nearing its end this month, the island belongs entirely to the inshore anglers. The inshore bite is still strong and the prizes are everywhere.

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