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
188
Reviews
32
Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Hayden Express Charters

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(188 reviews)
Angler's choice
Wanchese
 Last booking: 20 minutes ago
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Trips from US $700

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 188 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Albacore Kings
A great day with great captain and mate
Great boat, great crew, plenty of fish!
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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
95%
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Gregory S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time had by all.

VERIFIED   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
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Our trip 16 May 2025

VERIFIED   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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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   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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Peter F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best fishing trip ever

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (12:30 PM) on July 30, 2025
Caught so many Mahi we named it twice!
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Jerred B.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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First Time In North Carolina

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (12:30 PM) on July 19, 2025
Captain Ralph and first mate Mason were both amazing. It was our first time being in North Carolina, fishing and they done...
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