Go Fish

Fishing on the island can take you from tuna fishing offshore to reeling in red drum in the creeks to bringing home a flounder hooked in the surf. From the shore, flounder, red drum, blue fish, mullet, pompano and more wait to be caught. On the creeks you’ll find speckled trout, grey trout, flounder, red drum, blue fish and spots. Offshore fishing trips can put you on blue fish, grouper, mackerel, tuna and even some sailfish. A variety of outfitters and guides provide boats and gear and can pick you up in the harbor. Both the Bald Head Island Conservancy and the Sail Shop offer instruction, so if you’re new to fishing or just want to know where to go, they can help put you on the fish.

Please note that a valid North Carolina fishing license is required for all persons over 16. Many charter boats carry blanket licenses that allow you to fish from the boat, but to fish on your own, you’ll need to purchase a fishing license. Licenses are available online at www.ncwildlife.org.