Pamlico Sound Fishing Charters
Embrace the serene beauty and family-friendly atmosphere of Pamlico Sound, where calm waters and scenic vistas await your next fishing adventure.
Gettin' Rite Fishing Charters
Private Fishing. Legendary Waters. Unforgettable Fights.
Trip Details
Old Drum Charter
- $700 for up to 4 people (5 hours)
- An enjoyable trip for all ages and experience levels
- Target species: Red Drum ("Old Drum")
- Season: July-October
The Old Drum Experience (July–October)
Chase Giants. Feel the Fight. Earn the Story.
Every year from July through October, something incredible happens in the Pamlico Sound. Massive, mature Red Drum — known as “Old Drum” — migrate through these waters on their spawning journey.
These are not ordinary fish.
- Up to 60+ pounds of raw power
- Explosive runs and drag-screaming fights
- One of the most sought-after gamefish experiences on the East Coast
Hooking into an Old Drum is more than fishing — it’s a battle. And when you finally bring one boat-side, you’ll understand why anglers travel from all over to experience it.
If you land a citation fish (over 40 inches), get your camera ready — these trophy fish are catch-and-release only, preserving the legacy of this incredible fishery.
What It’s Like Fishing Here
Pamlico Sound offers a more relaxed but action-packed fishing experience. The protected waters are perfect for comfortable rides, steady bites, and incredible sunset views. Red drum are one of the strongest fighting inshore fish you can catch. Even smaller ones put up a big fight once they’re hooked, which is why so many people love catching them. They usually travel in schools, so if you catch one, there’s a good chance more are nearby. Their name comes from the drumming sound they make.
Why Fish Pamlico Sound
Fish One of the East Coast’s Most Legendary Waters
Stretching across more than 2 million acres, the Pamlico Sound is the largest estuarine lagoon on the East Coast — a vast, protected ecosystem teeming with life. These nutrient-rich waters create the perfect environment for some of the most productive inshore and nearshore fishing in the country.
And at the top of the list?
North Carolina’s world-famous Red Drum.
