My Nearshore Fishing Charters run year-round out of Ocean Isle Beach NC, offering exciting opportunities to target Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Cobia, Bull Red Drum, Sea Bass, Grouper, Red Snapper, Flounder, and more. These trips are perfect for anglers looking to put fish in the boat with no experience required.
Nearshore trips are the perfect bridge between inshore and offshore. They're close enough to shore to stay comfortable, but far enough to chase bigger fish like Grouper, Snapper, etc... Few things beat watching a King Mackerel skyrocket 100 feet from the boat! If that sounds exciting then a nearshore fishing charter might just be a fit for you!
I offer 4-hour and 6-hour nearshore fishing charters, each taking you to different reefs, ledges, and shipwrecks. My 4-hour trips stay within 5 miles of shore, and my 6-hour trips stay within 10+ miles of the beach, just offshore of Ocean Isle Beach, Sunset Beach, Holden Beach, and Little River SC. If you're looking to go even farther, contact Captain Harvey directly about a custom offshore adventure.
My nearshore charters head out at 6:30 AM and 10:45 AM from Ocean Isle Beach, NC. In the Winter months these trips will depart at 8:00 AM and 12:15 PM.
We bottom fish year-round on reefs, ledges, and wrecks. And from April through November, trolling for King Mackerel brings explosive, drag-screaming bites. Spanish Mackerel and Cobia show up in late spring, and casting or freelining baits for Cobia is one of the most exciting ways to fish! In the winter, our closest nearshore artificial reefs, just 3 miles out, are chock full of Sea Bass that can be caught with bait or by vertical jigging.
My nearshore fishing charters give you access to some of the best fishing spots along the North Carolina and South Carolina coast. Whether you're a seasoned angler or are new to nearshore fishing, these trips deliver fun, fast-paced action, and a great opportunity to hook up with a trophy fish.
Ocean Isle Beach Nearshore Fishing Charter Details
Pricing, Trip Length, and Start Times for Nearshore Fishing Charters
- Trip Length: 4 Hours or 6 Hours
- Start Time: 6:30 AM or 10:45 AM
- 4 Hour Trip Price: $550 (priced per group, not per angler)
- 6 Hour Trip Price: $825 (priced per group, not per angler)
- Anglers Included: Up to 3
- Maximum Anglers: 4 (+$50 for the 4th angler)
- Season: Year-Round
- Prices are All-Inclusive
What's Included in My Nearshore Fishing Charter?
- Top-quality fishing gear, bait, and tackle
- NC & SC Fishing licenses for everyone on board
- Bottled water and soft drinks
- An experienced USCG-Certified Charter Captain with local expertise and 25 years of experience as a NC Fishing Guide.
- An awesome Nearshore Charter Boat
If you’ve got questions about the trip, check out the FAQs below or give me a call/text at (910) 250-8459.
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Come Fish the Top Reefs and Wrecks Near Ocean Isle Beach
We'll fish some of the top reefs along the Carolina coast and hit some of the most productive waters, including:
- AR-460 "Jolly Mon Reef", AR-455 "Dale Ward Reef", Jim Caudle Artificial Reef "3 Mile Reef", Little River Offshore Reef, as well as several other local reefs, ledges, and shipwrecks.
- We'll head out via the Shallotte Inlet (between Holden Beach and Ocean Isle Beach) or Little River Inlet at the world-famous Little River Jetties (between Sunset Beach / Bird Island and Little River SC).
My trips meet at 67 Causeway Drive, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469. However, depending on your location, I can meet you at any of the local boat ramps or even at the dock of your vacation home. Let’s make it convenient for you!
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Book Your Ocean Isle Beach Nearshore Fishing Charter Today!
Ready to fish? Book your Ocean Isle Beach nearshore fishing charter today and target King Mackerel, Cobia, and more. Let’s hit the water!!
To Book Your Nearshore Fishing Charter:
- Call or text Captain Harvey at (910) 250-8459
- Click / tap the "Book My Trip" button below to view my availability calendar and choose your booking options.
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