Alabama Fishing Reports (April 2026)

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Zack Gilbert with Hey Boy II Charters
Lillian, Alabama
Reported: 1 day ago

Vermillion snapper have been very cooperative with our anglers the past few weeks. The Spanish mackerel are showing up as well.

Zack Gilbert with Hey Boy II Charters Lillian, Alabama Reported: 1 day ago

Vermillion snapper have been very cooperative with our anglers the past few weeks. The Spanish mackerel are showing up as well.

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Marty Conn
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Reported: 1 week ago

The sheepshead bite is starting to fall off but the speckled trout and redfish are starting to show up should only get better in the next few weeks to come.

Marty Conn Gulf Shores, Alabama Reported: 1 week ago

The sheepshead bite is starting to fall off but the speckled trout and redfish are starting to show up should only get better in the next few weeks to come.

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Colby Mcmahon
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Reported: 1 week ago

sheepshead tapering off pompano showing up when the weather allows us to fish for them speckled trout starting to do well and redfish showing up as well. I look for the trout and redfish to really kick off in the next two weeks this is the best time of the...

Colby Mcmahon Gulf Shores, Alabama Reported: 1 week ago

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Tim Birell
Summerdale, Alabama
Reported: 1 week ago

Father and Sons trip today was non-Stop action. The bite is HOT and I'll put you on the spot. Book your trip now.

Tim Birell Summerdale, Alabama Reported: 1 week ago

Father and Sons trip today was non-Stop action. The bite is HOT and I'll put you on the spot. Book your trip now.

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Mike Mitchell with SouthernCats Guide Service
Decatur, Alabama
Reported: 2 weeks ago

Bite has been very good catching fish on cut bait in 25-30ft most days....biggest fish of the year so far was caught, weighing 90 pounds! Water temp. 60-65 and fish are fighting like freight trains

Mike Mitchell with SouthernCats Guide Service Decatur, Alabama Reported: 2 weeks ago

Bite has been very good catching fish on cut bait in 25-30ft most days....biggest fish of the year so far was caught, weighing 90 pounds!
Water temp. 60-65 and fish are fighting like freight trains

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Mitch Lattof
Orange Beach, Alabama
Reported: 2 weeks ago

Steady catching big trout , Redfish are hit and miss , Sheepshead bite still going , Pompano showing up

Mitch Lattof Orange Beach, Alabama Reported: 2 weeks ago

Steady catching big trout ,
Redfish are hit and miss ,
Sheepshead bite still going , Pompano showing up

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Tom Myers
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Reported: 2 weeks ago

Sheepshead, Pompano and Speckled trout have been biting great lately. Springtime fishing is great so far.

Tom Myers Gulf Shores, Alabama Reported: 2 weeks ago

Sheepshead, Pompano and Speckled trout have been biting great lately. Springtime fishing is great so far.

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Chase Newton
Fort Morgan, Alabama
Reported: 3 weeks ago

It's been fun- sharks, triggers, beeliners, red snapper, grouper

Chase Newton Fort Morgan, Alabama Reported: 3 weeks ago

It's been fun- sharks, triggers, beeliners, red snapper, grouper

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★★★★★
Patrick was an awesome guide. Helped us get on em and I definitely would book this trip again. He was friendly and funny! Had a blast!
Elmo D. | April 13, 2026

Trip: 3 Hour Inshore Nearshore
★★★★★
We didnt just have a fishing trip with Brooks. We had a fishing experience. One we will remember for a very long time. Tater was top notch as well. We have found our Captain for the Orange Beach/Gulf Shores area.
Penny M. | April 13, 2026

Trip: Spring Break Special Rate 31'
★★★★★
The wind was a pain for him to deal with. He still got us out fishing and did a great job. He knew what and where to go to get us on fish. He did a great job and I recommended him to my friends that went out with him the next day.
Mike K. | April 10, 2026

Trip: Orange Beach Catch
★★★★★
Bobby took good care of us. Highly recommended!
Rebecca C. | April 10, 2026

Trip: Shark Fishing Insanity
★★★★★
Dale and his first mate Kendal were fantastic to work with. They were friendly and helped to make our trip both fun and memorable. If you’re thinking of hitting the waters to catch fish and have a great time, this is the boat you want to be on. -Cory S.
Cory S. | April 8, 2026

Trip: Trolling Quick Trips
★★★★★
Captain Bobby was awesome!! We had some troubles dealing with the rip current but he was dedicated to getting us some dinner. His knowledge of the area is fantastic and his patience and enjoyment of watching my daughter catch a fish was amazing. He taught her and us alot!!
Jason J. | April 7, 2026

Trip: Inshore / Near Shore Fishing
★★★★★
Captain Tim is the goat. All my family caught a fish!
Trent G. | April 7, 2026

Trip: Nearshore Gulf Shores!
★★★★★
Kevin was very knowledgeable in fishing and helping with tips. We had a great time would recommend to anyone!!
Hayden L. | April 6, 2026

Trip: Inshore Quick Trip
★★★★★
Wonderful! Had a blast and caught a lot of fish
Dylan C. | April 6, 2026

Trip: Inshore/Nearshore - A2F I
★★★★★
Ron shared a lot of information about the local area, very personable and helped us catch some nice fish for the dinner table. He was even kind enough to pick us up in the morning for our trip due to car troubles we had!
Patrick W. | April 3, 2026

Trip: Orange Beach Quick Trip