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.
Anglers Choice
176
Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Hayden Express Charters

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(176 reviews)
Angler's choice
Wanchese
 6 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $700

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 176 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (260)
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Great time had by all.
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Gregory S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great time had by all.

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip (6 AM) on July 21, 2025
Ralph and Mason were amazing, very knowledgeable and very willing to teach. We all had a great experience and will be booking...
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Steve D.
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Our trip 16 May 2025

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (6 AM) on July 16, 2025
Capt. Ralph and Mate Mason took great care of us. Had us on a mess of smoking size bluefish in no time. I will plan another...
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William D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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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,...
William D. recommends Hayden Express Charters
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Sam K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent Trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (6 AM) on August 27, 2024
If you have been looking to book a charter, Hayden Express was excellent!! Captain Ralph took us right to the fish and his...
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TJ M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Guys fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (10:30 AM) on August 1, 2025
My and I with our sons had a great time with Captain Ralph and Mason.
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