Outer Banks Fishing

Outer Banks Fishing

licensing & regulation information


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The Outer Banks is well-known as a sport-fisherman’s paradise.

If you plan on going fishing during your trip, please be aware that a Coastal Recreational Fishing License is required for anglers 16 and older. The license is required to recreationally fish in the state’s Coastal Fishing Waters, which include sounds, coastal rivers and their tributaries, and out to three miles in the ocean.

Annual License

State Residents, age 16 or older - $15
Non-residents, age 16 or older - $30

10-day License

State Residents, age 16 or older - $5
Non-residents, age 16 or older - $10

For a list of license retailers, or to order and print a license online visit www.ncwildlife.net

Outer Banks Fishing Piers
Avalon Pier
MP 6, Kill Devil Hills
(252) 441-7494

Nags Head Fishing Pier
MP 11.5, Nags Head
(252) 441-5141

Outer Banks Pier
MP 18.5, Nags Head
(252) 441-5740

Sound Pier
Nags Head Causeway
(252) 441-5028 Outer Banks Charter & Headboat Fishing
Pirates Cove Marina
(252)473-3906

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
(252)272-5199

Broad Creek Fishing Center & Marina
(252)473-9991


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