Pier Fishing
On The Outer Banks
Pier fishing at the Outer Banks has been some of the most fun that I have enjoyed while vacationing. Without having a boat, it offers an easy way to fish in deeper water and catch larger fish.
A Personal Story on Fishing Piers
A few years ago we were staying in Duck around the third week of September. I went down to Kitty Hawk for a few hours of fishing on the pier. It was one of those great evenings when the Spot were biting for a couple hours non-stop. We were catching 10 and 12 inch Spots, two at a time.
It doesn't get much better than going home with a cooler full of fish.
Some Outer Banks Fishing Suggestions
- I like to use an 8' to 9' surf rod with an open face reel.
- My favorite bait is Blood Worms, Cut Bait, Shrimp and Squid.
- I take a small cooler and ice to keep my bait and the fish I catch fresh.
- I usually use a double rig with a two or three ounce weight.
- A Flounder rig works well for catching a number of different bottom feeding fish.
- If fishing for large fish, it's helpful to have a drop net for hauling up your big catch onto the pier.
- The best fishing lures for catching Spanish Mackerel and Blue Fish are one of the bright green or silver GOT-CHA Lures.
Things I Like About Fishing Piers
- Most fishing piers have the convenience of a store at the entrance for buying supplies.
- I find it fun visiting with other people fishing.
- Being able to get a few fishing tips or sharing some of my own with someone.
- The piers have lights on at night, making it nice for some late night fishing.
- Benches are available to sit on.
- A fish cleaning station is available on most piers.
- You aren't required to have a fishing license since most piers have a license that covers their customers.
The Outer Banks offers eight fishing piers between Kitty Hawk and Cape Hatteras. With fees averaging $10 for a 24 hour pass and most piers offering equipment rentals, it is very easy to try saltwater fishing for the first time without investing in your own equipment. I think all the piers on the Outer Banks are a great opportunity for some fun, but I guess the Hatteras Island fishing pier is a favorite with most anglers. I'm sure you will find pier fishing to be a lot of fun. I hope to see you on a pier at the Outer Banks hauling in a big one!
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