Offshore
David Ashman catches new NC state record cubera snapper
David Ashman of Mohnton, PA caught North Carolina’s new state record cubera snapper, an 85-pound fish on July 31, 2026. […]
Outer Banks NC
Offshore
Andrew Kibler catches sailfish out of Oregon Inlet
Andrew Kibler of Mocksville, NC was fishing aboard the charter boat WIDESPREAD out of Oregon Inlet when he caught a nice sailfish. […]
Fishing Hotspots
Outer Banks fishing report – May 2026
May along the Outer Banks marks one of the most productive transitions of the year for numerous species of fish. […]
Features
May is kickoff time for Cape Lookout Spanish Mackerel
Mention Spanish mackerel to Ralph Mason, and his eyes light up. The month of May is his time of year for these fish. […]
Cobia
Sightfishing for cobia out of Wanchese with RipTide Charters
When May arrives in the Wanchese area, so do the cobia, said Capt. Randy Thornton of RipTide Charters (252-331-3248). […]
Black Sea Bass
2026 black sea bass season opens May 1 north of Cape Hatteras, with new regulations
The 2026 recreational Black Sea Bass fishing season will open May 1 in North Carolina waters north of Cape Hatteras. […]
Newsletters
Jennette’s Pier closing for upgrades
Anglers and visitors to Jennette’s Pier, located on North Carolina’s Outer Banks, will get a treat come spring. […]
Columns
Camping at Cape Lookout National Seashore
The Cape Lookout National Seashore is a great place for an off-the-grid adventure in November. […]
Newsletters
NC establishes state record for bulleye
Jody Hopkins caught North Carolina’s first record for bulleye on June 21, 2025. […]
Offshore Fishing
4th Annual Billfish Tournament at OBX
The Community Care Clinic of Dare will hold its 4th Annual Billfish Tournament on Sept. 6, 2025. […]