Kure Beach Fishing Charters – Nearshore & Offshore Trips
Looking for the best Kure Beach fishing charter? Join Captain Dave Tilley aboard the Wild Rover III for unforgettable fishing adventures just minutes from your rental or beach house. We operate out of Carolina Beach Marina — less than 10 minutes away — and offer trips for all skill levels, from half-day family charters to full-day Gulf Stream expeditions.
Half Day (3–6 hrs)
Catch Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and Sharks nearshore
Live Bait / Big Fish (6 hrs)
Target King Mackerel, Cobia, Barracuda, and more
3/4 Day (8 hrs)
Venture farther for Mahi, King Mackerel, and Bottom Fishing
Gulf Stream (10–14 hrs)
Tuna, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Snapper, Grouper, and more
Why choose Wild Rover III for your Kure Beach fishing charter?
- Just minutes away from Kure Beach lodging and vacation rentals
- Family-friendly captain with 30+ years of experience
- One of the most capable and comfortable offshore boats on the Carolina coast
- Flexible trip types from short excursions to hardcore Gulf Stream runs
- Convenient departure from Carolina Beach Marina — no bridges or long idle zones
Whether you’re here for a week or a weekend, make fishing part of your Kure Beach vacation. Captain Dave and crew will make it easy, fun, and memorable — for anglers of all ages and experience levels.
Book Your Kure Beach Fishing TripAll prices are cash. +3% for credit/debit. No fuel surcharge.
What Kure Beach Anglers Say About Wild Rover III
Real reviews from real guests fishing just minutes from Kure Beach, NC
“Went fishing with my Dad on Capt. Dave Tilley's Charter Boat. What a great trip. Capt. Dave and 1st mate Adam were awesome. They put us on the fish. We caught 39 Spanish Mackerel and 1 Bonita. Great experience. Great memory.”
John Premiani“One of the best fishing trips I've ever been on. Caught 31 fish! The crew was fantastic and we had non-stop action. Great time!”
Matt S“Went out with Captain Tilley and Adam today. Both men were generous and great to talk with. They were kind and accommodating to my children. Fishing was slow today (listening to the radio the whole fleet was slow) and Captain Tilley took us out 5 miles further than normal to do his best to get us some fish. Which paying for only a 4 hour trip probably really ate into some fuel. We did end up with 5 mackerel and had a great time. Will go back and hopefully it's to the gulfstream next time.”
Tim Inman