Outer Banks Fishing Reports

Your Outer Banks Fishing Experiences

Welcome to the exciting world of Outer Banks fishing! Located along the picturesque North Carolina coast, the Outer Banks offers some of the finest fishing opportunities on the East Coast. Whether you're an experienced angler or just starting out, the pristine waters here are home to a diverse range of fish species and thrilling fishing experiences. For the latest updates on Outer Banks fishing adventures, Sounds Good Charters and Captain Mike Midgett provide expert insights and detailed fishing reports. With years of experience, they offer valuable tips on weather conditions, fish activity, and the best spots to catch your prized fish, ensuring each trip is a memorable one.

We get these questions a lot: What’s the best month to fish in the Outer Banks? What are anglers catching in the Outer Banks? What fish are biting right now? While the best time to fish varies, late spring through early fall (especially from May to October) offers the best conditions for tuna, mahi-mahi, and billfish. However, late winter and early spring are prime times to catch striped bass and red drum.

The Outer Banks offers a wide variety of species to catch year-round. Offshore anglers target blue marlin, wahoo, tuna, and mahi-mahi, while nearshore fishing is great for striped bass, red drum, and Spanish mackerel. Surf fishing enthusiasts can reel in pompano, bluefish, and flounder. Whatever your fishing preference, the Outer Banks has something to offer for every angler.

Captain Mike Midgett offers a variety of fishing trips to suit every angler’s needs. For those looking for a shorter outing, the private 4-hour trip, available from March 1 to December 1, is perfect. Whether you’re seeking a relaxing weekday adventure or a Saturday sunset fishing experience, Captain Mike’s light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, trolling, spinning, popping, and drift fishing techniques will make sure your time on the water is filled with excitement and new experiences.