Yellowfin Tuna Fishing in North Carolina

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Longer Days Sportfishing Charters

Longer Days is a 46' Buddy Davis custom Carolina Charter Boat built to comfortably fish the waters off the Outer Banks. She is a proven fish raiser with a reliable 853hp Caterpillar to get you to the fishing grounds and back.

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Hatteras, North Carolina

Up to 6

Seasonal Activity Chart

Current Status: good

High activity season. Yellowfin Tuna are actively feeding with consistent catches reported.

BEST

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Yellowfin Tuna

Various

How to Catch Yellowfin Tuna

Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Yellowfin Tuna in North Carolina.

Yellowfin Tuna Fishing Regulations in North Carolina

Open Season

Year-round

Daily Bag Limit

3 per person

Size Limit

27-inch minimum fork length

License Required

Coastal Recreational Fishing License

Federal Highly Migratory Species (HMS) permit also required.

⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the North Carolina state wildlife agency before fishing.

Popular Cities for Yellowfin Tuna Fishing in North Carolina

Hatteras

Other Popular Species in North Carolina

Tiger Shark White Bass Spotted Bass Hybrid Striped Bass Crappie Largemouth Bass Bluegill Blue Catfish