We booked this trip as a surprise gift for our twin boys 9th birthday! They have always loved fishing on the lake but this was their first experience fishing on the ocean. Both Nick & Owen went above & beyond to make our trip a great one! The boys loved learning how to “troll” for Spanish Mackerel & had some good luck & success on our trip! We even brought some fillets back home and enjoyed eating the fish we caught. Towards the end of our trip they let the boys do a little bit of shark fishing and the twins reeled in two sharks at the same time! It was crazy and such a unique experience—Must have been “twin luck” they said! Overall, we all had a wonderful time and the boys are already asking to make this an annual event when we vacation at Carolina beach!

Captain Nick & First Mate Crimson took us on a four hour trip (12-4pm). We didn’t have much luck on the ocean but did better on the river, where we hooked two beautiful 25-inch red drum (which we prepared that evening with butter and jerk seasoning—it was FACE MELTINGLY DELICIOUS) and two beautiful flounder (unfortunately they were out of season, so back they went). It was my wife and 10-year-old daughter’s first fishing trip, and they LOVED IT. Seeing my daughter’s face when she reeled in her first fish is a memory I’ll never forget. Nick & Crimson were friendly, responsible and helpful. We’ll totally be back.

Clearly hooked is the way to go! The captain and mate was wonderful to work with from the time we stepped on the dock. They was friendly, courteous and very knowledgeable.  They worked hard getting us on fish then was very patient when 2/3 of us became sea sick. They quickly gave us tips to try and overcome it and checked on us often.
Book the the trip with clearly hooked! You won’t be disappointed! Next time we book a charter we will definitely follow their advice and book with them again! These guys know the ocean and fish like the back of their hands!
Thank you all for an amazing 4hr trip on the beautiful ocean!

These guys gave us a day to remember! From start to finish, everything ran smoothly — fun, professional, and full of great energy. The crew clearly knows their stuff and made the whole experience enjoyable, even for those of us who aren’t seasoned anglers.

Special shoutout to our caps mate- Super helpful, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone felt comfortable and confident. Whether it was baiting hooks, helping with big catches, or just keeping the vibe fun and upbeat, he nailed it.

We walked away with amazing memories and dinner — can’t beat that. Highly recommend Clearly Hooked to anyone looking for a charter that’s both professional and a blast. 🎣

If you’re after fast-paced light-tackle fishing, Clearly Hooked Fishing Charters out of Carolina Beach is the way to go. We got into a hot Spanish mackerel bite just minutes from the inlet—steady action on spoons and light gear, with fish in the 2–4 lb range putting up a serious fight.

Captain’s local knowledge had us hopping between bait balls and bird activity, hooking into blues and even a few bonito. It was non-stop fun, and we never had to run far to find the fish.

Whether you’re filling the cooler or just chasing the thrill, Clearly Hooked delivers. Highly recommend if you’re looking to make the most of a day on the water in Carolina Beach.