Carolina Traditions Fishing Charters

Carolina Traditions Fishing Charters runs fishing trips out of Holden Beach and offers to take you on an excellent inshore or nearshore fishing adventures.

Capt. Tyler prides himself on going the extra mile to ensure you have a fun day full of fishing. He specializes in bottom fishing, and trolling to get you on that bite. This involves 4 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for King Mackerel, Cobia, Seabass, Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, and Flounder, depending on the season.

Your adventure begins on board a 24’ Pathfinder boat that can fit a maximum of 4 anglers. The boat is equipped with an ice box. The price of your trip includes all the rods, reels, and terminal tackle you’ll need for a productive day on the water.

As for fishing licenses, the captain will take care of everything, so you don’t have to worry about it. You can keep anything you catch as long as it’s legal. Want to bring the rest of the family along for the ride? Kids are welcome aboard, so you can make it a family friendly adventure!

Book your trip now and hit the water with Carolina Traditions Fishing Charters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 HR Kids Trip 1 (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $275
    This trip is specifically designed for the kiddos! On this trip we target bottom fish such as pinfish, croakers, black sea bass and sharks! Its all about keeping fish coming over the rails constantly on these trips to make smiles memories and good times on the water safely for the younger kids that don't want to do the full half day! These trips are great for the younger children - 2 year olds to 9 year olds.
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    2 HR Kids Trip 11 (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
    US $275
    This trip is specifically designed for the kiddos! On this trip we target bottom fish such as pinfish, croakers, black sea bass and sharks! Its all about keeping fish coming over the rails constantly on these trips to make smiles memories and good times on the water safely for the younger kids that don't want to do the full half day! These trips are great for the younger children - 2 year olds to 9 year olds.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    2 HR Kids Trip 3 (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    US $275
    This trip is specifically designed for the kiddos! On this trip we target bottom fish such as pinfish, croakers, black sea bass and sharks! Its all about keeping fish coming over the rails constantly on these trips to make smiles memories and good times on the water safely for the younger kids that don't want to do the full half day! These trips are great for the younger children - 2 year olds to 9 year olds.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    2 HR Kids Trip 7 (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $275
    This trip is specifically designed for the kiddos! On this trip we target bottom fish such as pinfish, croakers, black sea bass and sharks! Its all about keeping fish coming over the rails constantly on these trips to make smiles memories and good times on the water safely for the younger kids that don't want to do the full half day! These trips are great for the younger children - 2 year olds to 9 year olds.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    2 HR Kids Trip 9 (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 9:00 AM
    US $275
    This trip is specifically designed for the kiddos! On this trip we target bottom fish such as pinfish, croakers, black sea bass and sharks! Its all about keeping fish coming over the rails constantly on these trips to make smiles memories and good times on the water safely for the younger kids that don't want to do the full half day! These trips are great for the younger children - 2 year olds to 9 year olds.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    4 HR Trip - Inshore 12pm Departure
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US $425
    On the 4-hour inshore trip, we will be fishing in the backwaters of Brunswick County, in the creeks, rivers, and Intracoastal Waterway. On these trips, we target species such as Black Drum, Red Drum, Flounder, Speckled Trout, Whiting, and Sheepshead. Come aboard and join the fun!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
    Whiting
    Whiting
  • Private trip
    4 HR Trip – Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $425
    On the 4-hour inshore trip, we will be fishing in the backwaters of Brunswick County, in the creeks, rivers, and Intracoastal Waterway. On these trips, we target species such as Black Drum, Red Drum, Flounder, Speckled Trout, Whiting, and Sheepshead. Come aboard and join the fun!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
    Whiting
    Whiting
  • Private trip
    4 HR Nearshore Trip 12pm Departure
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US $475
    On the 4-hour nearshore trip, we will be fishing within sight of land in the ocean off of Brunswick County. We'll target species such as Cobia, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Flounder, Black Sea Bass, and numerous species of Sharks. Join us for a fun time on these waters!
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Whiting
    Whiting
  • Private trip
    4 HR Trip – Nearshore
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $475
    On the 4-hour nearshore trip, we will be fishing within sight of land in the ocean off of Brunswick County. We'll target species such as Cobia, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Flounder, Black Sea Bass, and numerous species of Sharks. Join us for a fun time on these waters!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
  • Private trip
    8 HR Trip – Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $900
    On the 8-hour inshore trip, we will be fishing in the backwaters of Brunswick County, in the creeks, rivers, and Intracoastal Waterway. We'll target species such as Black Drum, Red Drum, Flounder, Speckled Trout, Whiting, and Sheepshead. Join us for a fun day making memories on these waters!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
    Whiting
    Whiting
  • Private trip
    8 HR Trip – Nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $950
    On the 8-hour nearshore trip, we'll be fishing in the ocean off Brunswick County. We'll target species such as Cobia, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Flounder, Black Sea Bass, and numerous species of Sharks. Hop on board for a great day full of fishing!
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Whiting
    Whiting
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FAQs about Carolina Traditions Fishing Charters

Carolina Traditions Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $275 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 2 HR Kids Trip 1 (PM) (2 hours)
  • US $275 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 2 HR Kids Trip 11 (AM) (2 hours)
  • US $275 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 2 HR Kids Trip 3 (PM) (2 hours)
  • US $275 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 2 HR Kids Trip 7 (AM) (2 hours)
  • US $275 per group, additional US $25 per person after 3 guests - 2 HR Kids Trip 9 (AM) (2 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 HR Trip - Inshore 12pm Departure (4 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 HR Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 HR Nearshore Trip 12pm Departure (4 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 HR Trip – Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 8 HR Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 8 HR Trip – Nearshore (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Carolina Traditions Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Simrad go9
  • Fishfinder Simrad go9
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Carolina Traditions Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Carolina Traditions Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing

Carolina Traditions Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning

Top targeted fish species with Carolina Traditions Fishing Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Whiting

Meet the Captain

Tyler Hailey
Holden Beach, Caroline du Nord, États Unis
ID & license verified
80 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 2023
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Tyler has been fishing the inshore and offshore waters of southeastern North Carolina for more than 15 years. You could say he knows these waters like the palm of his hand! An authentic waterman his whole life, he believes in making every fishing adventure a fun experience everyone can enjoy. Carolina Traditions Fishing Charters welcomes you with southern hospitality. Tight lines!

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Boat specs

Pathfinder (Bay boat) originally built in 2011. Powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
24 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning

Amenities

GPS
Simrad go9
Fishfinder
Simrad go9
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 78 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (94)
4 hour trip near shore great experience
4 hour trip near shore great experience
4 hour trip near shore great experience
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Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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VERIFIED   2 HR Kids Trip 1 (PM) on March 30, 2024
I took my two boys (6 and 8) on the two hour trip during Easter weekend for their first time fishing on a boat. Capt. Tyler...
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London A.
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Nearshore 4 Hour

VERIFIED   4 HR Nearshore Trip 12pm Departure on September 19, 2023
We chose Carolina Traditions and Tyler by reviews alone and we were not disappointed. My son wanted a shark and a flounder...
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Stephen W.
Excellent
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Fishing trip in September

VERIFIED   4 HR Trip – Nearshore on September 18, 2023
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Trinity H.
Excellent
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VERIFIED   4 HR Trip – Nearshore on August 26, 2023
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Kortney W.
Excellent
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VERIFIED   2 HR Kids Trip 3 (PM) on August 17, 2023
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