Fishing

Bay Creek Marina offers fishing rods and reels for rental at The Complete Angler for resort guests.

Town of Cape Charles Municipal "Fun Pier"
Mason Ave. at Bay Ave.
For casual fun or fishing with small children, the Cape Charles pier may be a good option. The pier is located adjacent to the public beach, at the west end of Mason Avenue. No fishing license or fee is required to fish from the pier.

Kiptopeke State Park - Camping, Fishing, Hiking, & Swimming
1.800.933.PARK | 3540 Kiptopeke Dr., Cape Charles, VA | Website
Campground with fishing pier (with underwater lights to attract fish), walking trails, and gentle beaches - located 7 minutes south of Cape Charles. No fishing licence is required from the pier, but a valid Virginia saltwater fishing licence is required for fishing from the shore. Small fees apply.

Fishing Charter Services

Top Dog Charters
757.647.3017 | Bay Creek Marina | Website
Captain Neil Lessard operates 2 charter boats, the 56-foot Armada and the 32-foot Armada II. He has over 25 years experience fishing the region and operates out of the Bay Creek Marina.

Chesapeake Outfitters
804.694.9052 | Cape Charles Harbor | Website
Set out on the Armadilla for a relaxing, action-packed, fun day on the water. All bait and tackle are furnished, groups and families welcome! Departing from the Cape Charles harbor.

"Miss Jennifer" Family Fishing Charters - Cherrystone Campground
757.331.3740 | Cherrystone Campground | Website
A Miss Jennifer outing is an ideal way to introduce your youngster(s) to fishing as a life-long pastime. Capt. Cardone makes fishing easy all in a wholesome, family-oriented environment.

Cruise Charter Services

The Schooner "Serenity" - Sunset & Daytime Cruises
757.710.1233 | Cape Charles Harbor | Website | alternate website
The Schooner "Serenity" is a 65' gaff topsail schooner that can hold up to 30 passengers. Daytime cruises often feature dolphin, osprey, and other wildlife sightings. Chesapeake Bay sunsets are made even more spectacular aboard the Serenity. Departs from the Cape Charles harbor.

Top Dog Charters
757.647.3017 | Bay Creek Marina | Website
In addition to deep sea fishing charters, Top Dog Charters also offer Seaside light tackle fishing charters and Barrier Island sightseeing tours. Sit back and see the beauty the seaside islands and beaches have to offer. Plenty of sand dollars and natural artifacts to view.

Chincoteague Cruises
757.894.8149 | Chincoteague Harbor | Website
Tour the Assateague National Seashore by boat! Barrier Island visits, family crabbing and clamming trips, and birding tours are all on offer from seventh generation islander Captain Charlie Birch on his 24-foot vessel. Located about 65 miles north of Cape Charles.

Assateague Explorer Cruises
757.336.5959 | Chincoteageu Island at Curtis Merritt Harbor | Website
Take the Assateague Explorer’s Pony Express Nature Tour, and get a chance to see wild ponies and wildlife around Assateague Island - operating daily in the summer! Also offering lighthouse, birdwatching, and sunset cruises. Note: The Annual Pony Run happens on the last Wednesday in July (before the last Thursday), when wild Assateague ponies swim across the channel to Chincoteague Island. Located about 65 miles north of Cape Charles.