Fishing in Beaufort, NC

 

Fishing in Beaufort, NC, and Down East and Harkers Island, situated on the Intracoastal Waterway of the Atlantic Ocean, is ideal. Get your boat and fishing gear and head out to catch the big one. The businesses here have the fishing expertise and equipment you need for a successful day on the water. Get the latest Beaufort, NC, fishing report here, too. Check out these businesses for a complete stay and fish package.

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Fishing Reports

What's biting when and where is as important to avid anglers as the world news is to the rest of us. Information about catches is available at most bait and tackle shops, marinas, piers or charter boat rental offices. To get the inside track on where to fish, read the Carteret County News-Times. Every Friday it publishes "On the Line," a column by fishing writer Capt. Jerry Dilsaver. Pick up a print copy of the paper or read it online.

Head, Charter and Tour Boats

Crystal Coast Lady Cruises Beaufort FishingCrystal Coast Lady CruisesPLAY VIDEO617 Front Street
Boat & Ticket Booth
Beaufort, NC 28516 • map(252) 728.TOUR(8687)
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The Crystal Coast Lady has a full schedule of daily cruises offered from the beautiful Beaufort waterfront. From breathtaking Sunset Dinner Cruises to Wild Pony and Dolphin Scenic Cruises, Cape Lookout and Shackleford Shelling Excursions, Pirate Adventures, and Fishing, the Crystal Coast Lady offers unforgettable outings suited for any occasion. Private Charters...more about Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

Harkers Island Fishing Center1002 Island Rd.
Harkers Island, NC • map(252) 728-3907

A full-service marina with 70 slips for boats of 30 feet or less, Harkers Island Fishing Center has a launch ramp, repair services, a lift for dry storage, a supply store, and gas and diesel fuel service.They also offer charter fishing trips aboard the boat Last Cast. Efficiency motel rooms and ferry service...more about Harkers Island Fishing Center

Town Creek Marina and Yacht Sales232 W. Beaufort Rd.
Beaufort, NC • map(252) 728-6111

Just north of the Beaufort drawbridge, Town Creek offers many services, including a complete boat yard with a 50-ton lift, 88 wet slips with floating docks, transient dockage for boats up to 140 feet, dry storage, and gas and diesel fuels. They have a  restaurant called Fish Tales that is popular...more about Town Creek Marina and Yacht Sales

Saltwater Fishing Tournaments

Atlantic Beach Saltwater Classic King Mackerel Tournament Beaufort FishingAtlantic Beach Saltwater Classic King Mackerel TournamentAtlantic Station Shopping Center
McCurdy's Restaurant Dock
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512 • map(800) 546-4622
(800) 546-4622
saltwaterclassicseries.com

September 12 - 14, 2013  The Atlantic Beach Saltwater Classic King Mackerel Tournament is a huge event and is one of the nation's largest all-cash king mackerel fishing competitions. The tournament benefits the Atlantic Beach Volunteer Fire Department. Registration and Captain's Meeting and Awards Ceremonies and all events are at the Atlantic Station...more about Atlantic Beach Saltwater Classic King Mackerel Tournament

Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament Beaufort FishingBig Rock Blue Marlin TournamentVarious locations
Morehead City, NC • map(252) 247-3575
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June 7-15, 2013  Big Rock — one hardly needs to say more. The Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament celebrates its 55th anniversary in 2013 and is one of the oldest and largest sport-fishing tournaments of its kind in the country. The nine-day event includes a one-day lady angler tournament boasting 60-plus...more about Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament

Swansboro Rotary King Mackerel Bluewater Tournament Beaufort FishingSwansboro Rotary King Mackerel Bluewater TournamentVarious locations
Swansboro, NC 28584 • map(910) 326-3474
swansbororotary.com

 May 24 - 26, 2013 Swansboro Rotary Club's Bluewater Tournament is held on Memorial Day weekend, and 2012 marked its 32st year. Formerly combined with the King Mackerel tournament, the tournaments were split into two separate weekends. The new name for the tournament series is The Swansboro Rotary Fishing Tournament Series. The King Mackerel and...more about Swansboro Rotary King Mackerel Bluewater Tournament

Spanish Mackerel & Dolphin Fishing TournamentFront Street Village
Beaufort, NC • map(252) 222-6222

June 28 - 29, 2013 Carteret Community College Foundation invites all those who love to fish to the 6th Annual Spanish Mackerel & Dolphin Fishing Tournament – North Carolina’s Premier Family Fishing Tournament.  Held at The Boathouse at Front Street Village, in Beaufort, NC, this two-day event will be filled with a...more about Spanish Mackerel & Dolphin Fishing Tournament

 
 
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