Carteret County Fishing Reports

Get a sea sickness patch. Find the boat the day before so you can get there on time.

Plan for any kind of weather! We had beautiful sun and 65* but were prepared for cold weather too.

Take snacks and water. Only fish with the locals recommended because they are experienced and know where the fish are. If its early take a light wind breaker because it is a bit chilly in the morning.

Just remember that it is what it is when fishing. Great weather doesn't always present fish. That's why they call it fishing and not "catching!"

Do a trip with captain Eric on the offshore outlaw it's well worth it awesome guy.

I'd recommend booking with an experienced captain as the conditions are constantly changing in the area. Getting some first hand knowledge will help us greatly on future outings.

As long as the ocean isn’t quite as ruff then we could have gone out further. But the capitan was looking out for our best interest. We have a great time.. My son the LIZARD FISH KING!!!

Pay attention to the weather and dress accordingly! Relax, have a good attitude, and enjoy.

During this time of year the fish are moving. Catch is harder to predict. Expect lots of cruising attempting to find the fish. Weather is unpredictable so be flexible. We did a 3/4 day and would have probably been better served with a full day.

We surf fish every time we come down. We had another great successful trip! ( This is actually the reason we come down is to surf fish)

Know what is in season and what you would like to fish for and know that it takes time to catch some species of fish.

Come earlier in the year to have better chance of catching targeted fish. Ours was Tuna

This was a great trip. Two of our group were first timers and they enjoyed it thoroughly!

My experience with the half day charter was excellent and exceeded my expectations. We tied a three day stay in Beaufort with the charter, which worked out well.

Keep in mind it’s August. Hard fishing month with heat. Enjoy the experience

Ask around for the best spots and bait. Most people are more than happy to help out and wish you the best of luck.

I didn’t think we were going to catch that many sharks, but after eating some I wish I had kept more of them. They were delicious.

Fish in the morning when the tied is coming Fish seem more active during the morning

You have to submit to the weather and time of year but that is usually the case anywhere you fish.

Take a boat like to see drain for the meet and captain and teach you how to fish be very patient with you