Captain
James Craddock

Member since March 2025 Manteo, United States
Background
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.

Hey, I'm Captain James Craddock

Manteo, United States
Background
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.
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Muddy Creek Adventures

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(27 reviews)
Manteo
 2 bookings in the past week.
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trips from US $225

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Excellent
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Excellent
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Sandor G.
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Epic Adventure

VERIFIED   3 Hr – Sand Island Picnic & Sunset on June 25, 2025
Caption James is an expert navigator of the coastal waters of the Outer Banks. His boat was extremely comfortable too. Captain...
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Maggie P.
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Captain James was great

VERIFIED   NEW  2 Hr – Soundside sunset adventure on June 9, 2026
We booked a sunset boat ride and wanted to see as many dolphins as possible and Captain James delivered! We so so many dolphins...
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Joshua B.
Excellent
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Great morning!

VERIFIED   2hr soundside adventure early AM on July 30, 2025
James was a great Captain and very knowledgeable about the area. We saw lots of dolphins, osprey, and egrets. It was awesome...
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Hanna S.
Excellent
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Boating with James

VERIFIED   NEW  2hr soundside adventure morning on May 20, 2026
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Samantha K.
Excellent
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A Fantastic Mother’s Day

VERIFIED   2hr soundside adventure morning on May 10, 2026
James provided the most wonderful afternoon - full of beautiful views, neat information, and a great environment. Can’t wait...
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