Muddy Creek Adventures
Muddy Creek Adventures offers an unforgettable experience aboard a 2011 Carolina 24 DLX Skiff, departing from the scenic town of Manteo. This spacious and stable vessel comfortably accommodates up to six guests, making it perfect for intimate outings on the water. Powered by a reliable 150 HP Yamaha outboard engine, it cruises smoothly at speeds up to 28 knots, ensuring a fun and efficient journey.
Step aboard and enjoy a range of top-tier amenities, including a premium audio system with outside speakers, a bait well, a fishfinder, and a built-in icebox to keep your drinks chilled. Whether you're soaking up the sun on the aft and bow sundecks or spotting dolphins in the distance, every moment is designed for relaxation and adventure.
Your expert captain, James Craddock, is dedicated to crafting the perfect day on the water. Whether you’re looking for a leisurely canal tour, an exciting island-hopping adventure, a lively booze cruise, or a dolphin-watching experience, he’s got you covered.
Good vibes only! Alcohol, children, and even pets are welcome, plus you can take a refreshing swim along the way. With GPS, a chart plotter, depth finder, anchor, and life jackets onboard, your safety is always a top priority.
Book your adventure today and make memories that last a lifetime!
Muddy Creek Adventures offers an unforgettable experience aboard a 2011 Carolina 24 DLX Skiff, departing from the scenic town of Manteo. This spacious and stable vessel comfortably accommodates up to six guests, making it perfect for intimate outings on the water. Powered by a reliable 150 HP Yamaha outboard engine, it cruises smoothly at speeds up to 28 knots, ensuring a fun and efficient journey.
Step aboard and enjoy a range of top-tier amenities, including a premium audio system with outside speakers, a bait well, a fishfinder, and a built-in icebox to keep your drinks chilled. Whether you're soaking up the sun on the aft and bow sundecks or spotting dolphins in the distance, every moment is designed for relaxation and adventure.
Your expert captain, James Craddock, is dedicated to crafting the perfect day on the water. Whether you’re looking for a leisurely canal tour, an exciting island-hopping adventure, a lively booze cruise, or a dolphin-watching experience, he’s got you covered.
Good vibes only! Alcohol, children, and even pets are welcome, plus you can take a refreshing swim along the way. With GPS, a chart plotter, depth finder, anchor, and life jackets onboard, your safety is always a top priority.
Book your adventure today and make memories that last a lifetime!

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James was great and the boat was clean and had plenty of room for the three of us to sit. We toured the sound from the Washington Baum dock to Wanchese marina, and then more south to see and stop at some of the smaller islands. James was very informative of the wildlife and boating/fishing culture in the area and it was a perspective we weren’t expecting when we booked but appreciated the insight. We were fortunate enough to see some dolphins along the way back. James never made it seemed rushed and was willing to let us pause and enjoy the different experiences along the way.
At first, I felt I was taking a risk using that site and I was going to get scammed, but I am so happy I was wrong! We are so happy we found Captain James and he went above and beyond for our bachelorette boat ride! We let Captain James know we were booking this trip as a private dolphin tour. We saw dolphins within minutes of being on the boat and he allowed us to stay and watch them for as long as we wanted! He was so knowledgeable about their behaviors and the local dolphin. He then took us exploring for a bit and inquired about other hopes we had for the trip. We ended up on a beach to look for shells and we even were able to go for a swim. Truly this experience was everything we were hoping for and more. It was fully tailored to what we wanted to do. When we come back to OBX I will be booking with Captain James again, and referring him to other visitors!

I loved having yall aboard and cannot wait to have you all again.

We had a fantastic experience with Captain James at Muddy Creek Adventures this week. From the moment we set out, he was friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly patient, making everyone feel comfortable and welcome. Although the dolphins weren’t cooperating that day, it certainly wasn’t for lack of effort. We saw several other boats searching with no luck, and Captain James did everything he could to make the experience enjoyable. Instead of letting it feel disappointing, he turned the trip into a beautiful scenic cruise, sharing the area’s natural beauty and history and making the most of our time on the water. Even without seeing dolphins, we had an amazing time thanks to Captain James’s positive attitude and dedication. We highly recommend Muddy Creek Adventures!

We worked for our dolphins and never found them but no matter we still had a beautiful cruise and I would love to have you all again anytime.

Captain James was awesome! we went for my sister bachelorrette trip and we had a blast. Captain James took us to the perfect spots and we spotted multiple dolphins and he even offered to extend our time but unfortunately we had other prior reservations that day so we couldnt, but would deffinetely book again with him for a whole day on the boat! He was very responsible but also FUN and very kind! James had great communication and answered in a very timely manner. He was also very flexible with accomodations. HIGHLY recommend using Captain James for boat excursions in the OBX.

I am very thankful that you all booked with me and I am thankful to have met you all, Allie, Jackie, Alex, Nicole, Amanda, and Amber. I cannot wait to see you all again.
Captain James was wonderful. He knew that we wanted to see dolphins, because we communicated several times before the cruise, so he drove around until he found some. He also showed us the commercial fishing boats and had a lot of knowledge of the area. It was a sunset cruise. So we leisurely cruised along the bank as we watch the sunset. It was a very relaxing and enjoyable boat ride which was exactly what we wanted. I highly recommend Captain James and will book him again the next time we are in the Outer Banks area.

I loved having you all out and hope to see you soon.
What's up, y'all? I'm Captain James Craddock, but you're more than welcome to call me Jamesey Boy or just James. I would love for you to join me for a day on the water Sightseeing, Dolphin watching, Bird watching, and much more. I am a true native of the area, with 7+ generations of commercial fishing experience and being the fourth-generation captain/guide. I grew up on the water fishing pound nets and crab pots with my dad and even spent a summer on the trawl boat shrimping with my grandfather. All that to say, I love spending the day in the sun, especially on the water around my home. Safety and smiles are the most important things with me on the water.
What's up, y'all? I'm Captain James Craddock, but you're more than welcome to call me Jamesey Boy or just James. I would love for you to join me for a day on the water Sightseeing, Dolphin watching, Bird watching, and much more. I am a true native of the area, with 7+ generations of commercial fishing experience and being the fourth-generation captain/guide. I grew up on the water fishing pound nets and crab pots with my dad and even spent a summer on the trawl boat shrimping with my grandfather. All that to say, I love spending the day in the sun, especially on the water around my home. Safety and smiles are the most important things with me on the water.
Security deposit is not required
A refundable deposit is not required by the charter operator.
Fuel is included
Fuel is included in the price of the rental.
Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
Reserve with a 10% booking deposit, pay the captain the rest
When the captain confirms your trip, BoatBooker charges your credit card a 10% booking deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
