Captain Hogg’s Charter Service offers year-round Chesapeake Bay charter fishing near Williamsburg, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach, led by Captain Chandler Hogg, an expert in these waters. Trips run aboard the Smokin’ Gun II, a 40-foot custom-built Evans designed for comfort, speed, and safety, Coast Guard-certified for up to 32 passengers and cruising at 26 knots to get anglers to the fish fast.

The business targets Cobia, Red Drum, Black Drum, Striped Bass, Flounder, Trout, and more across half-day, full-day, and evening charters, with group sizes accommodating everywhere from 2 to 26 anglers, well suited to families, friends, and corporate outings. No fishing experience is required; the crew handles everything from baiting hooks to filleting the catch, making it approachable for complete beginners while still delivering for serious anglers.

Guest reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with 97+ Google reviews at a 4.9 average, consistently praising Captain Chandler and mates like JJ, Brett, and Harper for friendliness, deep local knowledge, and genuine enthusiasm working with kids and first-timers. Reviewers frequently mention full coolers, fish cleaned and packaged at the end of the trip, and repeat visits year after year.

Captain Hogg’s Charter Service describes itself as trusted, local, and family-owned, built on decades of experience and safety, with a loyal customer base that keeps coming back season after season.

For anglers and families near Williamsburg or Virginia Beach looking for a highly reviewed, welcoming Chesapeake Bay fishing charter, Captain Hogg’s Charters offers a well-established operation aboard the Smokin’ Gun II with Captain Chandler Hogg.