Captain
Ralph Craddock

Member since July 2022 Wanchese, United States
Background
Capt. Ralph and his crew are native to the Outer Banks. Along with his mate, Igg, he's been fishing the waters in and around Wanchese his entire life and they have been charter fishing together for 15 years. They promise to do their best to put you on the fish all the while making sure you enjoy your trip.

Hey, I'm Captain Ralph Craddock

Wanchese, United States
Background
Capt. Ralph and his crew are native to the Outer Banks. Along with his mate, Igg, he's been fishing the waters in and around Wanchese his entire life and they have been charter fishing together for 15 years. They promise to do their best to put you on the fish all the while making sure you enjoy your trip.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(188 reviews)
Angler's choice
Wanchese
 Last booking: 21 hours ago
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Trips from US $700

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 188 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (304)
Albacore Kings
A great day with great captain and mate
Great boat, great crew, plenty of fish!
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Tom H.
Excellent
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Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (6 AM) on August 15, 2025
We did a 3/4 day near shore trip. Caught 41 fish( keepers). False Albecore, Blue fish, Amberjack, Sea bass, Trigger fish. Capt...
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Shane E.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Great fishing trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (6 AM) on August 17, 2025
Captain and first mate mason, were very friendly and personable and Very cool people. We Caught a good amount of fish for the...
Shane E. recommends Hayden Express Charters
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Glenn K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (10:30 AM) on October 22, 2024
First fishing trip for my family, wife and three boys (12, 11, 7). We started with dolphins playing in our wake. Limited on...
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Shawna F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Albacore Kings

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip (6 AM) on August 31, 2025
Although the water was super rough the captain and the mate made our day the best it could be!ย  13 albacore, blue fish, and...
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William D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Wonderful Experience

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (10:30 AM) on October 9, 2024
We fished in the Pamlico Sound due to the surf conditions in the ocean.ย  Caught a variety of fish, some of which we kept (Bluefish,...
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