Outer Banks Fishing
From the ocean to the sound, fishing piers to offshore charters, you’ll find an unparalleled array of catch on the Outer Banks. Often called “The Billfish Capital of the World," the International Game Fish Association lists 92 world records for fish caught on the Outer Banks. Anglers say there’s no better way to relax than fishing. We say there’s no better place to fish than the Outer Banks.
Outer Banks is famous for its prime mackerel, cobia, flounder, and bluefish fishing. Just 12 miles offshore the Gulf Stream creates one of the most fertile estuaries on the Eastern seaboard. Several fishing piers and full-service marinas in the Outer Banks offer anglers a dazzling array of boat rentals, fishing charters, bait and tackle supplies, and sightseeing tours. The Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern fishing fleet on the eastern seaboard. A full service marina, Oregon Inlet offers Gulf Stream charters and excursions on the sound. The center’s main store offers bait, ice, fuel, oil, camping supplies, fishing tackle, boating equipment, clothing, food, beverages and printed copies of North Carolina fishing regulations.
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Pirates Cove Marina Located at the foot of the Washington Baum Bridge, Pirates Cove is a full service marina with 19 boats available for Gulf Stream charter. Four boats accommodate near shore fishing trips, and one boat is for Inlet only, four people maximum. All other boats are based on a maximum of six people. |
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Oregon Inlet Fishing Center Oregon Inlet Fishing Center is the home of the largest and most modern fishing fleet on the Eastern seaboard. A full service marina, Oregon Inlet offers Gulf Stream charters and excursions on the sound. The center's main store offers bait, ice, fuel, oil, camping supplies, fishing tackle, boating equipment, clothing, food, beverages and printed copies of North Carolina fishing regulations. |
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Broad Creek Fishing Center and Marina Compare their prices and save! Enjoy a variety of fishing adventures – from full-day gulf stream to half-day sound trips. Also, headboat and sunset cruises. Two people, four people – call today and go fishing! Full-service ship’s store, bait, tackle, fuel, ice, food, sandwiches and see your fish cleaned. |
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Avalon Fishing Pier The "newest" of the northern beach piers, the Avalon Fishing Pier was built in 1958 and stretches 696 feet. Bait and rod rentals are available at the pier, which is open from 5:00 a.m. – 2:00 a.m. during the summer, from 6:00a.m. until around 10:00 p.m. in the spring and fall. Admission is $8 for adults and $4 for children under 12. |
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Nags Head Fishing Pier The granddaddy of Outer Banks fishing piers, the Nags Head Fishing Pier is one of the oldest and longest around. The Nags Head Pier Restaurant will cook your catch for you, or you can select from their wide menu of seafood dinners and hearty fishermen’s breakfasts. |
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Outer Banks Fishing Pier Located in South Nags Head near the Oregon Inlet, The Outer Banks Fishing Pier is lighted and open 24 hours a day. Amenities include a fully stocked tackle and rental shop, an oceanfront restaurant, and a game room for kids. Daily, weekly, and weekend passes are available. |
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