Oak Island Fish Species

Common Questions:

What are the most common fish species caught at Oak Island?

At Oak Island, anglers frequently catch flounder, red drum, Spanish mackerel, bluefish, and speckled trout.

When is the best time to catch flounder at Oak Island?

The best time to catch flounder at Oak Island is from late spring to early fall, with peak season typically in the summer months.

Are there any specific techniques for catching red drum?

Yes, using live bait such as shrimp or mullet and fishing near structures like piers, docks, and marsh edges can be very effective for catching red drum.

Can you catch Spanish mackerel year-round at Oak Island?

Spanish mackerel are typically caught from late spring through early fall, as they migrate to warmer waters during the colder months.

What is the preferred bait for speckled trout?

Speckled trout are often caught using live bait such as shrimp or minnows, as well as artificial lures like soft plastics and topwater plugs.

Is deep-sea fishing available for targeting larger species?

Yes, Flatfish Charters offers deep-sea fishing trips where you can target larger species like king mackerel, mahi-mahi, and various types of tuna.

What types of fish can be caught while pier fishing?

While pier fishing, anglers can catch a variety of species, including flounder, red drum, Spanish mackerel, bluefish, and occasionally sheepshead and pompano.

Are there any regulations for keeping fish caught at Oak Island?

Yes, there are size and bag limits for many species to ensure sustainable fishing practices. Captain Wayne Freeman is knowledgeable about these regulations and ensures compliance on all trips.

What are the best spots for catching bluefish around Oak Island?

Bluefish are often found near inlets, surf zones, and around structures such as piers and jetties. They are known for their aggressive feeding habits.

Can you catch black drum at Oak Island, and if so, when?

Yes, black drum can be caught at Oak Island, with the best times being late fall through early spring. They are commonly found around piers, bridges, and other structures.

A Flatfish Charters Fishing Charter targets the top Oak Island Fish species including Black Drum, Cobia, Flounder, King Mackerel, Redfish, Spadefish, Spanish Mackerel, Weakfish. We primarily Fish the Atlantic Ocean, Lower Swash Channel Range, Elizabeth River, Big Branch, Mill Creek, Bald Head Creek, Cape Creek, Snow Marsh Channel Range, Anderson Creek, Upper Midnight Channel Range, Sand Hill Creek, Northeast Cape Fear River, Upper Brunswick Range, Fish Creek, Herrings Neck, Orton Creek, Toms Hole, Frenchs Creek, Dutchman Creek, Piney Point Creek, Little River, Kings Branch, Lick Creek, Mallory Creek, Muddy Point, Buckhorn Creek, Battery Island Channel, Fishing Creek, Cross Creek, Lower Midnight Channel Range, South River, Spearmans Mill Creek, Goodland Branch, Denis Creek, Black River, Neal Branch, Reaves Point Channel Range, Gardners Branch, Rice Creek, Hector Creek, Keith Branch, Lower Brunswick Range, Browns Creek, Bakers Creek, Quewhiffle Creek, Liliput Creek, Calf Gully Creek, Walden Creek, Bear Branch, Lower Liliput Range, Turnbull Creek, Machine Creek, Juniper Creek, Doshers Creek, Baldhead Caswell, Reaves Point, Hood Creek, Bryant Mill Creek, Cottage Creek, Robinson Mill Branch, Little Shaddox Creek, Governors Creek, Morgan Branch, Weyman Creek, Beaverdam Creek, Brunswick River, Nancys Creek, Cedar Creek, Boathouse Creek, Horseshoe Shoal Channel Range, Rock Hole Cove, Field Cove, Thorofare, Keg Island Range, Sturgeon Creek, Snows Cut, Juniper Branch, Redmond Creek, Town Creek, Molasses Creek, Ellis Creek, Greenfield Creek, Doctor Point, False Channel, Georgia Branch, Southport Channel, Big I Lower Range, Grays Creek, Price Creek, Parkers Creek, Fourth East Jetty Range, Caswell Basin, Fall Creek, Canty Mill Creek, The Basin, Corncake Inlet (historical), Shellbed Creek, Cape Fear River.