Wilmington, NC Fishing Trip — September
Your Wilmington, NC Fishing Trip
September2 peopleFamily Trip
High 83°F / Low 66°F3.9" rain · 11 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in September
11 species
GoodKing Mackerel
Various
GoodCobia
Various
GoodSpotted Seatrout
Various
GoodBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
GoodSpanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling
GoodFlounder
Various
FairRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
FairSheepshead
Various
FairGulf Sturgeon
Various
FairAtlantic Sturgeon
Various
FairShortnose Sturgeon
Various
September Weather in Wilmington
83°F
Avg High
66°F
Avg Low
3.9"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
19 Guides Matched
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
North Carolina Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$45
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Inland, coastal, and unified licenses available.
Species Regulations
King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:24-inch fork length minimum
Cobia
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per person per day, 1 per vessel per day
Size Limit:36-inch fork length minimum
Harvest allowed only with hook and line. Check for any seasonal closures or gear restrictions.
Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:4 per person per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum
Only one spotted seatrout greater than 24 inches may be included in the daily creel limit.
Black Sea Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:16-inch total length minimum
Regulations may vary by area and season; check current regulations before fishing.