Roanoke River Striper Fishing
The Seasons:
Hickory shad kick the season off in March with fantastic light tackle and fly fishing. Striped bass arrive in early April.
The striper fishing peaks in mid-April and continues through late May, depending on water levels and temperatures.
April is the “keeper” season. Anglers are allowed 2 fish between 18 and 22 inches/person/day. One striper may be over 27 inches.
Cost: Full days: $650; Long Half days: 6am - noon or 2pm - 8pm: $450. Discounts available for multi-day bookings!
Our Boats: 19-21’ flat bottom skiffs which comfortably fish 2-3 people.
License: A NC Freshwater fishing license is required. It can be purchased at most tackle shops, or call: 1-888-2HUNTFISH (888-248-6834).
Tackle: Spin: 8-12 lb. test. Baitcasting: 12-20 lb. test. Fly rods: 8 wts with a 350-450 grain sink tip line depending on water level. Single barbless hooks are required. All conventional tackle is provided. A selection of flies are provided for the long rodders.
What to bring: Cooler w/drinks, sandwiches, rain gear, sunscreen. A fish cooler/plastic bags if you plan to keep any fish.
Deposit Policy: To confirm reservations a $200 per boat/day deposit is due within 7 days. Deposits for reservations within 14 days must be secured immediately. Reservations not secured by deposits are subject to cancellation without notice. Deposits are not refundable, but are transferable if cancelled greater than 30 days from the date of the trip. 100% refunds for weather cancellations.
Fuel Surcharge: With the wild unpredictability of gas/fuel prices, fuel surcharges MAY apply. In North Carolina our prices are fixed on fuel costs of $3.00/gallon. The fuel surcharge is the difference between current fuel price and $3.00/gallon times the number of gallons used. Fuel surcharges will be applied in the fairest possible manner.