Category: What’s Biting

September 26, 2021
Pretty fall-like day here in Frisco. Our high temperature hit 75F with winds out of the North right now at 8mph. Little bit warmer tomorrow but still looking like a nice day.

Big Drum off the Avon Pier earlier today.

Avon beaches reporting puppy Drum, Pompano, Spot and Spanish.

Spanish run earlier this morning at the point. Good amount of over slot size Drum this evening.

Small Black Drum, pompano and Sea Mullet caught just North of the point.

Large Drum and Bluefish in Hatteras off of ramp 55.

Offshore boats made it out today and found a good amount of Wahoo, some Dolphin, Blackfin Tuna, Albacore and a variety of bottom fish.

Inshore boats did well with Speckled Trout, some Bluefish, Sea Mullet and Red Drum.

Berkley GSSHR3-RBG Gulp Shrimp, 3″ 6Pk, Root Beer Gold

Looks, feels and smells like live shrimp. Rig and fish using any technique appropriate for live shrimp. Extremely durable and long lasting.

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36th Annual Capital City Four Wheelers Surf Fishing Tournament

North Carolina Beach Buggy Association Red Drum Tournament

Aftco, Grundens, Xtratuf, Huk, Yeti, ToadFish, Salt Life Clothing, Pelagic, Guy Harvey, Southern Fried Cotton, FroggTogg, Sperry Shoes and Frisco Rod and Gun clothing.**Select Clothing 30-50% off**

Come by and see us at Frisco Rod and Gun, located at 53610 Hwy 12, across from Billy Mitchell Airstrip and Ramp 49. Open year round, 364 days a year. Visit us in the store or shop online anytime at friscorodandgun.com

See what was biting on this day 1 year ago.
- (7/19/2025) – Today was another hot one. The high was 88 while the low was 79 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 24mph. Currently it’s 82, feels like 87, with SW winds around 11mph. Tomorrow winds show an increase in the afternoon. Temps will be around the same again. Sound water temp: 83-86 Ocean water… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 2 years ago.
- (7/21/2024) – Today’s high was 84 while the low was 75 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 17mph. Currently it’s 81, feels like 90, with S winds around 6mph. Tomorrow temps should be similar while winds should increase. Chance of rain as well. Sound water temp: 80-82 Ocean water temp: 81 Surf: Bluefish, Croaker, Sea… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 3 years ago.
- (7/20/2023) – The high was 81 while the low was 72 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 19mph today. Currently it’s 73 with WSW winds around 4mph. Tomorrow’s winds are predicted to be a bit stronger while temps should remain the same. There’s also a chance of rain. Sound water temp: 81-84 Ocean water temp:… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 4 years ago.
- (7/21/2022) – Another day with a high of 86. The winds have been atrocious today. They’ve been moderate to strong all day and out of the SW. Currently it’s blowing about 18mph with gusts up to 27mph. The rain is coming too, looks like around 11pm but we’ll see. If you need rain gear, you know where… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 5 years ago.
- (7/21/2021) – Day started off with some heavy rain but the sun came out for the afternoon and evening. Our high temperature of the day topped off at 84F. Winds right now are out of the SW at 14mph. Looks like another pretty day on tap for tomorrow with a chance of a stray shower. Hopefully anglers… Continue Reading
September 25, 2021
Welcome to all new visitors and returning guests.! We hope you enjoy your week here on the island. So far it looks like it’s shaping up to be a nice week for weather. Today’s high was 79F with winds out of the NW currently at 15mph.

Rodanthe Pier- puppy Drum

Avon Pier- nice size Drum caught earlier

Avon beaches reported puppy Drum, Sea Mullet, Bluefish and small Pompano

Big Drum at the point tonight.

No report from Frisco or Hatteras.

Offshore boats out of Hatteras had a great day fishing. Couple of Sailfish released by Carolina Girl. King Mackerel, Blackfin Tuna, some Dolphin and Wahoo were brought back to the docks.

Inshore boats did well with Bluefish, Red Drum and Speckled Trout.

Okuma RA-6000 Rockaway RA-6000 RH Surf Spin Reel Cyclonic Flow Rotor , 4bb+1RB, 5:3:1 , Mono: 375/12# 260/16# 220/20#

The Okuma Rockaway Surf Spinning Reel is designed to provide surf anglers with advanced long cast capabilities at an incredible value. 4BB + 1RB bearing drive. CFR: Cyclonic Flow Rotor. Gear ratio: 5.3:1 (40.9” retrieve). Maximum drag: 26-lbs. Weight: 17.0 ounces. Rigid metal handle / EVA knob.

CHECK OUT SOME OF THE UPCOMING FISHING EVENTS ON HATTERAS ISLAND

36th Annual Capital City Four Wheelers Surf Fishing Tournament

North Carolina Beach Buggy Association Red Drum Tournament

Aftco, Grundens, Xtratuf, Huk, Yeti, ToadFish, Salt Life Clothing, Pelagic, Guy Harvey, Southern Fried Cotton, FroggTogg, Sperry Shoes and Frisco Rod and Gun clothing.**Select Clothing 30-50% off**

Come by and see us at Frisco Rod and Gun, located at 53610 Hwy 12, across from Billy Mitchell Airstrip and Ramp 49. Open year round, 364 days a year. Visit us in the store or shop online anytime at friscorodandgun.com

See what was biting on this day 1 year ago.
- (7/19/2025) – Today was another hot one. The high was 88 while the low was 79 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 24mph. Currently it’s 82, feels like 87, with SW winds around 11mph. Tomorrow winds show an increase in the afternoon. Temps will be around the same again. Sound water temp: 83-86 Ocean water… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 2 years ago.
- (7/21/2024) – Today’s high was 84 while the low was 75 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 17mph. Currently it’s 81, feels like 90, with S winds around 6mph. Tomorrow temps should be similar while winds should increase. Chance of rain as well. Sound water temp: 80-82 Ocean water temp: 81 Surf: Bluefish, Croaker, Sea… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 3 years ago.
- (7/20/2023) – The high was 81 while the low was 72 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 19mph today. Currently it’s 73 with WSW winds around 4mph. Tomorrow’s winds are predicted to be a bit stronger while temps should remain the same. There’s also a chance of rain. Sound water temp: 81-84 Ocean water temp:… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 4 years ago.
- (7/21/2022) – Another day with a high of 86. The winds have been atrocious today. They’ve been moderate to strong all day and out of the SW. Currently it’s blowing about 18mph with gusts up to 27mph. The rain is coming too, looks like around 11pm but we’ll see. If you need rain gear, you know where… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 5 years ago.
- (7/21/2021) – Day started off with some heavy rain but the sun came out for the afternoon and evening. Our high temperature of the day topped off at 84F. Winds right now are out of the SW at 14mph. Looks like another pretty day on tap for tomorrow with a chance of a stray shower. Hopefully anglers… Continue Reading
September 24, 2021
The closing of the week brought in some cooler fall temps with it today. Some rain to start off the morning clearing up by the afternoon. Our high for the day was 73F. Little bit warmer tomorrow. Winds are out of the North right now at 19mph.

Rodanthe Pier- puppy Drum

Avon Pier- puppy Drum

Sharks, Bluefish and some Ribbonfish at the point earlier today.

Small Black Drum and Pompano reported off of ramp 49 in Frisco.

No offshore report

Inshore boats had a great day with Red Drum.

Gamakatsu 208418-25 Octopus Circle Hook, Size 8/0, Needle Point, Offset, Ringed Eye, NS Black, 25 per Pack

Specially designed to set in the corner of the fishes mouth, making it a great choice for the fresh and saltwater fisherman still wanting to use bait.

CHECK OUT SOME OF THE UPCOMING FISHING EVENTS ON HATTERAS ISLAND

36th Annual Capital City Four Wheelers Surf Fishing Tournament

North Carolina Beach Buggy Association Red Drum Tournament

Aftco, Grundens, Xtratuf, Huk, Yeti, ToadFish, Salt Life Clothing, Pelagic, Guy Harvey, Southern Fried Cotton, FroggTogg, Sperry Shoes and Frisco Rod and Gun clothing.**Select Clothing 30-50% off**

Come by and see us at Frisco Rod and Gun, located at 53610 Hwy 12, across from Billy Mitchell Airstrip and Ramp 49. Open year round, 364 days a year. Visit us in the store or shop online anytime at friscorodandgun.com

See what was biting on this day 1 year ago.
- (7/19/2025) – Today was another hot one. The high was 88 while the low was 79 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 24mph. Currently it’s 82, feels like 87, with SW winds around 11mph. Tomorrow winds show an increase in the afternoon. Temps will be around the same again. Sound water temp: 83-86 Ocean water… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 2 years ago.
- (7/21/2024) – Today’s high was 84 while the low was 75 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 17mph. Currently it’s 81, feels like 90, with S winds around 6mph. Tomorrow temps should be similar while winds should increase. Chance of rain as well. Sound water temp: 80-82 Ocean water temp: 81 Surf: Bluefish, Croaker, Sea… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 3 years ago.
- (7/20/2023) – The high was 81 while the low was 72 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 19mph today. Currently it’s 73 with WSW winds around 4mph. Tomorrow’s winds are predicted to be a bit stronger while temps should remain the same. There’s also a chance of rain. Sound water temp: 81-84 Ocean water temp:… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 4 years ago.
- (7/21/2022) – Another day with a high of 86. The winds have been atrocious today. They’ve been moderate to strong all day and out of the SW. Currently it’s blowing about 18mph with gusts up to 27mph. The rain is coming too, looks like around 11pm but we’ll see. If you need rain gear, you know where… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 5 years ago.
- (7/21/2021) – Day started off with some heavy rain but the sun came out for the afternoon and evening. Our high temperature of the day topped off at 84F. Winds right now are out of the SW at 14mph. Looks like another pretty day on tap for tomorrow with a chance of a stray shower. Hopefully anglers… Continue Reading
September 23, 2021
Rain, rain and more rain today. High temperature was 81F. Winds are out of the North this evening at 8mph. Rain tomorrow morning tapering off later in the day.

Avon Pier- nice citation size Red Drum today

Sharks, keeper Drum, citation Drum and small Spanish Mackerel at the point today.

Quiet here in Frisco and Hatteras today.

Sig Sauer 365-9-SAS P365 Semi Auto Pistol, 9MM, 3.1″ BBL, SAS, Striker Fire, FT Bullseye, 2-10 rd

Micro-compact everyday carry size with unprecedented 10+1 full-size capacity. The P365 is striker-fired, with the clean crisp trigger pull you expect from a SIG. Lightweight and easy to conceal, the P365 is chambered in 9mm and is rated for +P ammunition. Included standard are XRAY3 Day/Night sights, a 10-round flush fit magazine, and a 10-round extended magazine.

CHECK OUT SOME OF THE UPCOMING FISHING EVENTS ON HATTERAS ISLAND

36th Annual Capital City Four Wheelers Surf Fishing Tournament

North Carolina Beach Buggy Association Red Drum Tournament

Aftco, Grundens, Xtratuf, Huk, Yeti, ToadFish, Salt Life Clothing, Pelagic, Guy Harvey, Southern Fried Cotton, FroggTogg, Sperry Shoes and Frisco Rod and Gun clothing.**Select Clothing 30-50% off**

Come by and see us at Frisco Rod and Gun, located at 53610 Hwy 12, across from Billy Mitchell Airstrip and Ramp 49. Open year round, 364 days a year. Visit us in the store or shop online anytime at friscorodandgun.com

See what was biting on this day 1 year ago.
- (7/19/2025) – Today was another hot one. The high was 88 while the low was 79 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 24mph. Currently it’s 82, feels like 87, with SW winds around 11mph. Tomorrow winds show an increase in the afternoon. Temps will be around the same again. Sound water temp: 83-86 Ocean water… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 2 years ago.
- (7/21/2024) – Today’s high was 84 while the low was 75 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 17mph. Currently it’s 81, feels like 90, with S winds around 6mph. Tomorrow temps should be similar while winds should increase. Chance of rain as well. Sound water temp: 80-82 Ocean water temp: 81 Surf: Bluefish, Croaker, Sea… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 3 years ago.
- (7/20/2023) – The high was 81 while the low was 72 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 19mph today. Currently it’s 73 with WSW winds around 4mph. Tomorrow’s winds are predicted to be a bit stronger while temps should remain the same. There’s also a chance of rain. Sound water temp: 81-84 Ocean water temp:… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 4 years ago.
- (7/21/2022) – Another day with a high of 86. The winds have been atrocious today. They’ve been moderate to strong all day and out of the SW. Currently it’s blowing about 18mph with gusts up to 27mph. The rain is coming too, looks like around 11pm but we’ll see. If you need rain gear, you know where… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 5 years ago.
- (7/21/2021) – Day started off with some heavy rain but the sun came out for the afternoon and evening. Our high temperature of the day topped off at 84F. Winds right now are out of the SW at 14mph. Looks like another pretty day on tap for tomorrow with a chance of a stray shower. Hopefully anglers… Continue Reading
September 22, 2021
Windy day for our Wednesday. High temperature for today topped off at 86F. Tomorrow is not looking so good with an 80% chance of rain. We have winds out of the South currently at 24mph. Beach hazard statement for dangerous rip currents from Thursday am trough 8pm.

Avon beaches reported puppy Drum caught today.

Pompano, Sea Mullet and puppy Drum just North of the point.

Sharks, Bluefish and a couple of Spanish at the point earlier today.

Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish and puppy Drum off of ramp 55 in Hatteras.

No offshore report

Inshore boats caught Red Drum, Bluefish and Speckled Trout

Star Rods VS1225S106 VPR Surf Spinning Rod 10’6″ 2pc Medium Heavy 12-25lb 2-6oz SIC Guide

Fuji® guides with SIC rings for reduced line tangles. Premium Fuji HD reel seats minimize weight. EVA handles provide comfortable and secure grip for long casts. Combine our specially formulated high modulus multi-directional graphite with new specialized formula Nano resin to increase strength and reduce weight, add a Nano reinforced butt weave and the result is the best rods we’ve ever made. Put one in your hand and you will feel the difference. Light as vapor strong as steel.

CHECK OUT SOME OF THE UPCOMING FISHING EVENTS ON HATTERAS ISLAND

36th Annual Capital City Four Wheelers Surf Fishing Tournament

North Carolina Beach Buggy Association Red Drum Tournament

Aftco, Grundens, Xtratuf, Huk, Yeti, ToadFish, Salt Life Clothing, Pelagic, Guy Harvey, Southern Fried Cotton, FroggTogg, Sperry Shoes and Frisco Rod and Gun clothing.**Select Clothing 30-50% off**

Come by and see us at Frisco Rod and Gun, located at 53610 Hwy 12, across from Billy Mitchell Airstrip and Ramp 49. Open year round, 364 days a year. Visit us in the store or shop online anytime at friscorodandgun.com

See what was biting on this day 1 year ago.
- (7/19/2025) – Today was another hot one. The high was 88 while the low was 79 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 24mph. Currently it’s 82, feels like 87, with SW winds around 11mph. Tomorrow winds show an increase in the afternoon. Temps will be around the same again. Sound water temp: 83-86 Ocean water… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 2 years ago.
- (7/21/2024) – Today’s high was 84 while the low was 75 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 17mph. Currently it’s 81, feels like 90, with S winds around 6mph. Tomorrow temps should be similar while winds should increase. Chance of rain as well. Sound water temp: 80-82 Ocean water temp: 81 Surf: Bluefish, Croaker, Sea… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 3 years ago.
- (7/20/2023) – The high was 81 while the low was 72 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 19mph today. Currently it’s 73 with WSW winds around 4mph. Tomorrow’s winds are predicted to be a bit stronger while temps should remain the same. There’s also a chance of rain. Sound water temp: 81-84 Ocean water temp:… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 4 years ago.
- (7/21/2022) – Another day with a high of 86. The winds have been atrocious today. They’ve been moderate to strong all day and out of the SW. Currently it’s blowing about 18mph with gusts up to 27mph. The rain is coming too, looks like around 11pm but we’ll see. If you need rain gear, you know where… Continue Reading
See what was biting on this day 5 years ago.
- (7/21/2021) – Day started off with some heavy rain but the sun came out for the afternoon and evening. Our high temperature of the day topped off at 84F. Winds right now are out of the SW at 14mph. Looks like another pretty day on tap for tomorrow with a chance of a stray shower. Hopefully anglers… Continue Reading