Fluke Fishing in North Carolina

The waters off the Outer Banks, particularly around Oregon Inlet and Hatteras, hold good numbers of Summer Flounder during the warmer months, benefiting from the mixing of warm Gulf Stream water and cooler coastal currents.

The Outer Banks geography creates a unique fishery. The shallow sounds behind the barrier islands hold fluke that move in through the inlets, while the ocean side offers deeper water structure that holds bigger fish. Party boats work both environments depending on conditions and the time of year. Early and late season trips often focus on the inlet areas and near-shore structure, while mid-summer sees more ocean trips.