WILD ROVER III

Carolina Beach NC
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Fishing Charters in Carolina Beach, NC

Explore our premium Carolina Beach fishing charters, expertly guided by Captain Dave Tilley aboard the Wild Rover III. We offer a range of offshore adventures, from family-friendly half-day trips to hardcore Gulf Stream runs. Every trip is packed with local knowledge, high-end gear, and unforgettable catches.

Half Day Fishing Charters (3–6 Hours)

3 Hours — $600

4 Hours — $700

5 Hours — $800

6 Hours — $900

Spanish Mackerel — available on 3 hour half-day charters
Spanish Mackerel
Bluefish — available on 4 hour half-day charters
Bluefish
King Mackerel — available on 5 hour half-day charters
King Mackerel
Sharks — available on 6 hour half-day charters (summer only)
Sharks (summer)

Looking for a fun, affordable way to get out on the water? Our Half Day Fishing Charters out of Carolina Beach, NC are perfect for families, first-timers, and anyone looking to enjoy a relaxing trip close to shore. These 3 to 6-hour trips troll the nearshore waters for fast-paced action with Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and seasonal Blacktip Sharks. Easy access, smooth seas, and plenty of bites make this an unforgettable coastal adventure for all ages. Learn more about Half Day Charters.

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Live Bait “Big Fish” Trips (6 Hours)

6 Hour Live Bait Trip — $1,200

Amberjack — targeted on 6hr Big Fish live bait trips out of Carolina Beach
Amberjack
King Mackerel — aggressive strikes on live bait fishing trips
King Mackerel
Barracuda — caught on Carolina Beach live bait charters
Barracuda
Cobia — found near wrecks and structure offshore
Cobia

Looking to wrestle with the heavy hitters? Our Live Bait “Big Fish” Trips from Carolina Beach, NC put you face to face with offshore bruisers like Amberjack, King Mackerel, Barracuda, and Cobia. These 6-hour charters use live bait to trigger explosive strikes and high-adrenaline battles. It’s fast, powerful fishing for anglers. Learn More About Big Fish Live Bait Trips

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3/4 Day Fishing Trips (8 Hours)

8 Hour Trolling Trip — $1,300

King Mackerel — targeted on 3/4 day charters
King Mackerel
Amberjack — caught offshore on 8-hour trips
Amberjack
Barrcuda — targeted on live bait Big Fish trips
Barrcuda
Cobia — targeted on live bait Big Fish trips
Cobia
Mahi-Mahi — sometimes caught on longer 3/4 day charters
Mahi-Mahi ?

Want a serious fishing trip without the full-day commitment? Our 3/4 Day Trolling Charters out of Carolina Beach, NC run 8 hours and get you deep enough to chase aggressive offshore species like King Mackerel, Amberjack, Barracuda, Cobia, and even Mahi-Mahi in season. This trip offers the perfect mix of distance and duration for anglers looking for fast-paced, rod-bending action. Learn More about 8hr Trolling Trips

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8 Hour Bottom fishing Trip — $1,400

White Grunt (Gray Snapper) — caught on bottom fishing trips
White Grunt
Ringtail Porgy — popular with kids and families on bottom trips
Ringtail Porgy
Pink Snapper — found near ledges and reefs
Red Porgy (Pinky)
Gag Grouper — occasionally caught while bottom fishing offshore
Gag Grouper

Prefer to drop bait and stay busy? Our 8 Hour Bottom Fishing Trips explore the best ledges and reefs offshore from Carolina Beach, NC. These charters are all about action — targeting White Grunt, Ringtail Porgy, Red Porgy, and even Gag Grouper. Ideal for anglers who want a productive day offshore without running all the way to the Gulf Stream. Learn More about 8hr Bottom Fishing Trips

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Full Day Fishing Charters (10–14 Hours)

Trolling

10 Hours — $1600

12 Hours — $2000

Mahi-Mahi — Inseason on full day trips
Mahi-Mahi ?
King Mackerel — targeted on full day charters
King Mackerel
Amberjack — caught offshore on full day trips
Amberjack
Barrcuda — targeted on full day trips
Barrcuda
Sailfish — targeted on full day trips
Sailfish

Ready to chase the big boys offshore? Our Full Day Trolling Charters out of Carolina Beach, NC are built for serious anglers looking to go the distance. These 10 to 14-hour trips put you on the hunt for Mahi-Mahi (in Season) , King Mackerel, Sailfish, and big Amberjacks far beyond the beach traffic. With more time on the water, we can run deep into productive bluewater zones and fish a wide range of depths and bait lines. If you're after adrenaline-pumping strikes and a shot at trophy pelagics, this is the trip for you. Learn More about Full Day Fishing Trips

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Bottom Fishing

10 Hours — $2000

12 Hours — $2400

14 Hours — $2700

Gag Grouper — occasionally caught while bottom fishing offshore
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper — occasionally caught while bottom fishing offshore
Red Grouper
Scamp Grouper — occasionally caught while bottom fishing offshore
Scamp Grouper
White Grunt (Gray Snapper) — caught on bottom fishing trips
White Grunt
Black Seabass — popular with kids and families on bottom trips
Black Seabass
Pink Snapper — found near ledges and reefs
Red Porgy (Pinky)

Spend the day bottom fishing the rich offshore waters of Onslow Bay out of Carolina Beach, NC. Our Full Day Bottom Fishing Trips target some of the East Coast’s most productive reefs and ledges for Vermilion Snapper, Black Sea Bass, Pink Snapper, and Gag, Red, and Scamp Grouper. With more time on the water, we’ll cover a variety of deep spots for steady action and a cooler full of fresh Atlantic fish. Learn More about Full Day Bottom Fishing Trips

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Gulf Stream Fishing Charters

Gulfstream 14 hour trolling — $2,700

Amberjack — caught offshore on 8-hour trips
Blackfin Tuna
Mahi-Mahi
Mahi-Mahi
King Mackerel — targeted on 3/4 day charters
Wahoo
Sailfish — targeted on live bait Big Fish trips
Bigeye Tuna
Barrcuda — targeted on live bait Big Fish trips
Yellowfin Tuna
Sailfish — targeted on live bait Big Fish trips
Sailfish

Ready for the ultimate deep sea adventure? Our Gulfstream Fishing Trips from Carolina Beach, NC take you 60+ miles offshore into the legendary Gulf Stream current, home to some of the Atlantic's most prized big game species. These all-day runs target Yellowfin Tuna, Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, Mahi-Mahi, Wahoo, and Sailfish when in season. Expect long runs, fast drags, and trophy pelagics in vibrant blue water. If you're chasing serious fish with serious fight—this is your trip. Learn More about Gulfstream Fishing Trips

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