Thicket Lump Marina , Wanchese. In the summer, flounder, croaker and small bluefish are the mainstay, though spot, croaker and grey trout can also be caught. Surf fishing really takes off by Outer Banks standards in August when pompano and Spanish mackerel begin to make a showing and a few tarpon are hooked. September is the best month for all three. One of the most sought after species is red drum.
Drums range in size and are known by different names according to their size.
The puppy drum is the youngest of the drum family. Next in age and size class is the red drum in the 35 to 70 lb. range. The world record is 94 lbs. Abundant during this time are flounder, spot, croaker, and in recent years, speckled trout. Kitty Hawk Pier, MP 2, Kitty Hawk. 261-2772.