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Emerald Isle Fishing

Emerald Isle Fishing

With a name like Emerald Isle, this North Carolina town sets the bar high. This town is nestled in the Crystal Coast on Bogue Banks. The oceanfront here is rustic and beautiful. Although the area is small with a local population of just under 4,000, it can attract thousands of tourists each week. Most of these tourists come to explore the waters of Emerald Isle, and Emerald Isle fishing is of particular interest.

Emerald Isle fishing is perfect for enthusiasts and novices alike. It is an excellent destination for offshore fishing. Since the area is along the Atlantic coastline, this is a frequent stop for migratory fish. The potential for billfish is especially noteworthy, and many people spend time fishing in the Gulf Stream off the coast. Here, it is possible to catch marlin, mahi-mahi, tuna and wahoo. One of the most notable fish that is commonly caught is sailfish.

Not all Emerald Isle fishing has to take place far from shore. There are also plenty of fishing opportunities with nearshore destinations. Emerald Isle has invested heavily into its coastline, and that includes its underwater resources. To support fish communities, there are a number of artificial reefs in the area. When paired with local shipwrecks, there is no shortage of fishing attractions. In these nearshore venues, look for amberjacks, triggerfish, snapper and albacore. During the late fall, you might even be lucky enough to reel in giant bluefin tuna.

Finally, there are also inland fishing options in Emerald Isle. The local creeks are alive with fish, and many anglers enjoy the tranquility. However, the real attractions in Emerald Isle and the rest of the Crystal Coast are the protected beaches, which are ideal for fishing and diving. Here, you may be able to catch flounder, red drum or speckled trout.



Emerald Isle Fishing Forecast

Target Species of Fish

Based on historical data for fishing Emerald Isle, you should target one of the following species for this time of year:
  1. Pinfish

  2. Pinfish

    There is a 19.32% catch rate for Pinfish, based on 14087 Pinfish counted.

    Emerald Isle Pinfish Counts Chart
    Pinfish

    ENLARGE EMERALD ISLE PINFISH COUNTS CHART


  3. Black Sea Bass

  4. Black Sea Bass

    There is a 13.61% catch rate for Black Sea Bass, based on 9921 Black Sea Bass counted.

    Emerald Isle Black Sea Bass Counts Chart
    Black

    ENLARGE EMERALD ISLE BLACK SEA BASS COUNTS CHART


  5. Spanish Mackerel

  6. Spanish Mackerel

    There is a 11.34% catch rate for Spanish Mackerel, based on 8264 Spanish Mackerel counted.

    Emerald Isle Spanish Mackerel Counts Chart
    Spanish

    ENLARGE EMERALD ISLE SPANISH MACKEREL COUNTS CHART


  7. Mahi-mahi

  8. Mahi-mahi

    There is a 7.75% catch rate for Mahi-mahi, based on 5649 Mahi-mahi counted.

    Emerald Isle Mahi-mahi Counts Chart
    Mahi-mahi

    ENLARGE EMERALD ISLE MAHI-MAHI COUNTS CHART


  9. Bluefish

  10. Bluefish

    There is a 6.93% catch rate for Bluefish, based on 5050 Bluefish counted.

    Emerald Isle Bluefish Counts Chart
    Bluefish

    ENLARGE EMERALD ISLE BLUEFISH COUNTS CHART


  11. Spot Croaker

  12. Spot Croaker

    There is a 6.47% catch rate for Spot Croaker, based on 4715 Spot Croaker counted.

    Emerald Isle Spot Croaker Counts Chart
    Spot

    ENLARGE EMERALD ISLE SPOT CROAKER COUNTS CHART


  13. Pigfish

  14. Pigfish

    There is a 6.41% catch rate for Pigfish, based on 4670 Pigfish counted.

    Emerald Isle Pigfish Counts Chart
    Pigfish

    ENLARGE EMERALD ISLE PIGFISH COUNTS CHART


  15. Atlantic Croaker

  16. Atlantic Croaker

    There is a 6.05% catch rate for Atlantic Croaker, based on 4413 Atlantic Croaker counted.

    Emerald Isle Atlantic Croaker Counts Chart
    Atlantic

    ENLARGE EMERALD ISLE ATLANTIC CROAKER COUNTS CHART


  17. Grey Triggerfish

  18. Grey Triggerfish

    There is a 2.48% catch rate for Grey Triggerfish, based on 1806 Grey Triggerfish counted.

    Emerald Isle Grey Triggerfish Counts Chart
    Grey

    ENLARGE EMERALD ISLE GREY TRIGGERFISH COUNTS CHART


  19. Atlantic Menhaden

  20. Atlantic Menhaden

    There is a 2.47% catch rate for Atlantic Menhaden, based on 1804 Atlantic Menhaden counted.

    Emerald Isle Atlantic Menhaden Counts Chart
    Atlantic

    ENLARGE EMERALD ISLE ATLANTIC MENHADEN COUNTS CHART


Recommendations above based on 120 species of fish and 72900 fish counted for June around Emerald Isle.

To date, there are 181 species of fish and a total of 1310456 fish counted for Emerald Isle and within a 30 mile (48 km) radius since 1/1/1853 (170 years).

Last Update: 6/8/2023 12:38:47 PM

*** PLEASE NOTE ***
Please check local, state/province, and federal laws before fishing for any species found on this site. All data is based on historical data found for this area, and in some cases as far back as the year 1600.

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Top Emerald Isle Fishing Spots

The Top 10 Fishing Spots for Emerald Isle are the following:

  1. AR 355 - NEW RIVER REEF
    34.352 -77.334


  2. Divers Rock
    Area with live bottom.


  3. AR-340
    Average Depth: 58' Buoy Location in GPS ddm: 34° 34.350' / 076° 58.300' LORAN Coordinates: 27162.4 / 39545.3 General Location: 129° M, 7.0 nm from the Bogue Inl


  4. Patch East
    Live Bottom


  5. AR-285 - Buoy


  6. Larry's Spot
    Black Sea Bass spot


  7. H
    34.465596 -77.352682


  8. C
    34.511712 -77.034883


  9. Black Sea Bass


  10. E
    34.367799 -77.182588


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Latest Emerald Isle Fishing Reports

  • Cobia fishing report
      I’ve been paid hundreds of thousands of dollars over my career to take people out under miserable conditions which I would not choose to go out into myself but I’ve never p


  • Spring 2023
     This is the start of my 16th season.  It has been a good start.  The reefs have held Atlantic Bonita grey trout blue fish and flounder.   Inside the grey trout sea mullet an


  • Roanoke River
     I know I know I have not been posting much here but I have been trying to keep the fishing reports updated at www.draginflycostarica.com  Roanoke is firing off in case you w


  • Capt Greg Voliva reports
     1 person 50 shad less than 3 hours. 


  • shad fishing two at a time
    Even with the colder weather spring has sprung! The shad run has been on fire with good numbers pushing up into Weldon NC. With triple digit days clients are  pulling them in


  • When you get a minute can you explain what is happening with the stripe bass situation on the Roanoke.
      My take of course and I will try to be brief.   Striped bass have evolved to maximize spawning success on their perspective rivers.    Egg size and buoyancy is different on


  • Tue 14 Feb 2023 00:58:00 +0000
      We raised a blue Marlin that didn't eat catch one for two on sailfish one mahi mahi and four yellow fin tuna  left the tuna biting 


  • Feb. 12
     3 for 6 on sailfish and 1 for 1 on mahi mahi today 


  • Roanoke River E mail thread
      Bummer   that was always  the treat at the end of a great day fishing bringing some home. I'll think I'll sit this one out this year. Thanks as always Hap Get Outlook for A


  • Pics from the last few days with Capt. Bud
     


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Top Emerald Isle Bait & Tackle Stores

  1. The Tackle Room
    TheTackleRoom.com is a provider of terminal tackle, lures, custom rods, reels, lead, and most everything else in the offshore fishing realm. Orders arrive anywhere in the USA within 3 business days, and ship free when over $50.

  2. Clarkspoon
    Since the company’s beginning in 1927 Clarkspoon fishing tackle has been a hand’s down favorite for Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish and other gamefish.

  3. Saltwater Bait & Tackle
    We carry a full line of inshore tackle such as Billy Bay, Fin-S, Berkley Gulp, MirrOlure, D.O.A., Hopkins and more. In addition, we cary a full line of offshore tackle as well, such as Black bart, Laceration Lures, Fish Finder Tackle, Momoi Jinkai,

  4. Chasin Tails Outdoors Bait & Tackle
    We will help you out any way we can to make your fishing trip the best possible. Our staff includes tournament anglers, charter captains and your everyday fisherman. Let us make every fishing trip one to remember.

  5. EJW Outdoors
    In 2005 EJW Outdoors moved to its brand new facility at 4667 Arendell Street in Morehead City. EJW is a full-service, family owned hunting and fishing store, which has provided goods and services to hunters, anglers, bicyclists and sportsmen for mo

  6. Dudley's Marina Inc
    WE ARE HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR BAIT, TACKLE, AND BOATING NEEDS! We offer boat repairs, boat detailing, dry & wet slips, reel spooling, rod tip repair, fishing licenses, and free fishing advice!

  7. Reel Outdoors Inc
    Extensive selection of fishing tackle, bait, new rods & reels, rod and reel repair, line re-spooling, sportswear, boating supplies, fishing guides, and local information.

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Top Emerald Isle Fishing Charters & Guides

  1. Fish'N 4 Life Charters
    Capt. Jeff Cronk has been professionaly fishing the waters along the Crystal Coast of NC for over 25 years. He offers inshore and nearshore fishing trips in the Emerald Isle, Morehead City, and Swansboro area of NC. Check out his website at www.ncc

  2. Fin-S Charters
    Fin-S Charters offers fishing charters in Morehead City, North Carolina. Our charter boats offer inshore marsh fishing and near shore ocean fishing. Fin-S Charters also accommodates fishing charters in Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, New Bern and Beauf

  3. See Ya Outdoors!
    The Crystal Coast of North Carolina is home to a variety of recreational fishing opportunities. We are uniquely positioned to experience catching inshore species such as speckled trout, red drum and flounder, in the sounds and nearshore. Once you mo

  4. Coastal Carolina Guide Service
    Welcome to Coastal Carolina Guide and Charter Fishing Service. Southeastern North Carolina offers the inshore angler excellent opportunities for light tackle saltwater fishing. River mouths, inlets, tidal marsh and shallow offshore reefs host a wide

  5. Pelagic Sportfishing
    We are a FULL TIME owner operated charter service here in Atlantic Beach, NC. The beautiful 61' Pelagic is ready to go offshore for tuna, dolphin, wahoo, and billfish. Also, near shore half day trips for spanish mackerel, blue fish, king macker

  6. Capt Stacy Fishing Charter
    From the time you arrive at the until the time you depart you'll experience pleasure after pleasure.You'll board one of the finest fishing vessels along the east coast, skim over the clean blue waters of the Atlantic to it's f

  7. Fish Finder Charters
    Capt. Joe Shute was the first full time light tackle inshore guide for redfish and speckled trout in the Cape Lookout area. Capt. Joe started guiding for inshore light tackle fishing over 23 years ago. Over the years Capt. Joe has expanded his guide

  8. Teezher Charters
    Specializing in Light Tackle Live Bait Fishing-Gulf Stream-Bottom Fishing for Kings, Spanish, Mahi Mahi, Cobia, Amberjack, Sailfish, Marlin, Wahoo, Tuna, Grouper, and Snapper

  9. Nancy Lee Fishing Charters
    The Nancy Lee fishing fleet is docked at the Nancy Lee Fishing Center which is located "between the bridges" on Highway 24 just after you pass Capt Charlies Restaurant in Swansboro, NC heading towards Morehead City.

  10. Lookout Adventures
    Charter Fishing & Adventure Charters in Cape Lookout, NC | Come spend a day exploring one of the most beautiful sections of the NC Coast

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Top Emerald Isle Marinas

  1. Dudley's Marina Inc
    WE ARE HERE FOR ALL OF YOUR BAIT, TACKLE, AND BOATING NEEDS! We offer boat repairs, boat detailing, dry & wet slips, reel spooling, rod tip repair, fishing licenses, and free fishing advice!

  2. Morehead City Yacht Basin
    The best are the first for the taking.... This prime locale was selected nearly a century ago; establishing it as the first marina in the area. Only a few hundred feet west of the ICW just north of the Morehead City causeway bridge and State

  3. Radio Island Marina
    The marina is conveniently located at the base of the high rise bridge between Morehead City and Beaufort, NC. Radio Island is the closest marina to the Beaufort Inlet, providing easy access to the Intracoastal Waterway, Shackelford Banks, Cape Looko

  4. Portside Marina
    A full service marina with everything you need to have a great day on the water!

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Bouy Conditions

Station 41064 - Onslow Bay Outer, NC (LEJ3)
June 9, 2023 11:08 pm EDT
Location: 34.207N 76.949W
Wind Direction: W (260°)
Wind Speed: 5.8 knots
Wind Gust: 7.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure: 29.90 in (1012.6 mb)
Air Temperature: 75.6°F (24.2°C)
Dew Point: 66.2°F (19.0°C)
Water Temperature: 74.8°F (23.8°C)


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