10 Fishing Charters & Tours in North Carolina That You Shouldn't Miss

September 12, 2021 Janette Largent

North Carolina has something for everyone, with the highest mountains in the eastern U.S., 300 miles of pristine coastline, quaint towns and vibrant cities. From the mountains to the sea, explore the natural, scenic beauty, discover outdoor adventure or try one of 500 golf courses, including the legendary Pinehurst No. 2. Discover a favorite among 100 wineries and 60 craft breweries, tour historic and cultural treasures, sample farm to table delicacies and get the thrill of motorsports in the "home" of NASCAR.
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1. Endless River Adventures

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5.0 based on 342 reviews

Endless River Adventures

Western North Carolina is a dream vacation destination and we take advantage of everything WNC has to offer: whitewater rafting on three great rivers, white water kayak instruction, fly fishing, scenic lake tours and a store overlooking the Nantahala River. And when winter arrives, we take our expertise to Costa Rica and Ecuador for more great outdoor adventures.

2. Rock Solid Fishing

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5.0 based on 67 reviews

Rock Solid Fishing

The best fishing on the Outer Banks! Whether you fish with the Rock Solid, the Carolina Blue, or the Southern Run, our captains will lead you to the fish and give you a fun day on the water!

3. Summertide Adventure Tours

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5.0 based on 194 reviews

Summertide Adventure Tours

Serving all of Brunswick Co. Out of OIB with Sunset Beach, North Carolina Kayak Tours, kayak rentals, kayak fishing. Charter fishing trips and Sunset Cruises. Retail kayaks and accessories.

4. Headwaters Outfitters Outdoor Adventures

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5.0 based on 583 reviews

Headwaters Outfitters Outdoor Adventures

The canoeing and kayaking river trips can last from 3 hours and up to a two day canoe camping trip. You may also choose to cool off with a lazy float down the French Broad on our tubing river trip. All of our trips including the canoeing and kayaking river trips are self-guided with the exception of our seasonal special events. Our fly fishing program offers guided fly fishing trips in Western North Carolina! Our fly shop has everything you need to have a successful day on the water. Our licensed NC fly fishing guides can teach you to cast. They can lead you on a guided fly fishing trip for trout or smallmouth, or help you choose flies that will increase your success on our local mountain streams. Our fly-fishing school is fun for the whole family! Headwaters Outfitters also carries a great selection of canoes and kayaks for sale in our RIVER SHOP. Test paddle canoes by Old Town, Mad River & We-no-nah. We have kayaks by Jackson Kayak, Wilderness Systems and Perception. At our River Shop, the north and west forks meet forming the French Broad River. This makes it an excellent location to test paddle canoes or kayaks. Headwaters Outfitters is conveniently located just outside of Brevard NC, between Asheville and Highlands, NC. It is an easy one day trip from Charlotte, Greenville, or Raleigh, and a great weekend getaway from Atlanta. Regardless of where you are coming from, Transylvania County has lots to offer those looking for a mountain river adventure. When planning your next vacation to the mountains of North Carolina, join us for an exciting canoeing and kayaking river trips adventure. For a quick weekend getaway, or just something fun to do outdoors, pack a picnic lunch, bring your fishing rod and gather your friends and family.

5. Oak Island Fishing Charters

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5.0 based on 32 reviews

Oak Island Fishing Charters

Oak Island Fishing Charters We have the boats and the knowledge for the best fishing/boating experience Oak Island, Baldhead Island, Southport and St James NC have to offer. As a FULL TIME CHARTER/COMMERCIAL FISHERMAN it is our job to know where the fish are.

6. Tightlinez Charters

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5.0 based on 58 reviews

Tightlinez Charters

Enjoy a day on the Pamlico sound whether it be Kiteboarding, fishing, clamming or a relaxing sunset cruise.

7. Rivers Edge Outfitters

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5.0 based on 57 reviews

Rivers Edge Outfitters

We are Western N.C. premier fly fishing and upland bird hunting guides. We guide in all the smokey mountain streams and on our private waters as well. We feature 1/2 guided trip and full day also. We also guide 1/2 day upland bird hunts and full day. You can even do a 1/2 hunt 1/2 fish combo on our private land. Cast and blast!

8. Lookout Adventures

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5.0 based on 68 reviews

Lookout Adventures

Private Island Adventure Charters & Family Fishing Charters Round up the family and get ready for an experience that you can't get any other way! Don't buy a boat, incur all the expenses, storage costs, fuel costs, fishing gear, fishing licenses, etc! Simply give us a call & schedule your adventure. Reserve a Private Charter for an unrivaled Cape Lookout experience, book one of our Fishing Charters, and spend a half-day or full-day fishing for the local species, or take advantage of our Combo-Day package, which gives you a half-day of fishing, combined with a half day personalized ECO-tour of the entire Cape Lookout area.

9. Fly Fishing the Smokies

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5.0 based on 138 reviews

Fly Fishing the Smokies

The Great Smoky Mountain’s Best Fly Shop and Guide Service! 2018 Fly Fishing Outfitter of the Year. We offer private Guided Fly Fishing trips daily out of Bryson City and Gatlinburg to the Smoky Mountains finest destinations. Since 1999 Fly Fishing the Smokies has guided thousands of anglers on the east coast’s most beautiful trout streams. We have a new Fly Shop in downtown Bryson City which is stocked with everything you need for a great time fishing here in the Smoky Mountains. Stop by and check us out. We’re tying flies and telling lies with the best of them!

10. Big Ol' Fish Guiding Service

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Big Ol' Fish Guiding Service

Big Ol' Fish Guiding Service is Murphy North Carolina and Blairsville Georgia's very own professional full-time fishing guide service. Specializing in trophy striped bass, hybrid bass and smallmouth bass fishing. Located in Murphy North Carolina, we provide guided fishing trips and charters for Blairsville, Blue Ridge and Hiawassee, GA and Hayesville and Murphy, NC. We offer guided fishing charters on Lake Nottely, Lake Hiwassee, Lake Chatuge and Lake Blue Ridge. Big Ol' Fish Guiding Service provides all the equipment you'll need and use large new modern boats with plenty of room. We also supply breakfast, snacks and beverages. Book a trip now for a fishing trip of a life-time. Big Ol' Fish Guiding Service is Western North Carolina and North Georgia's #1 rated fishing guide service.

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