Gulf Shores Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Gulf Shores

Jay Andrews
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Reported: 2 years ago

This morning trolling trip

Jay Andrews Gulf Shores, Alabama Reported: 2 years ago

This morning trolling trip

False Albacore, Spanish Mackerel Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama

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Zack Gilbert with Hey Boy II Charters
Lillian, Alabama
Reported: 2 years ago

Red snapper have been biting good and we can catch and keep them until August 24th.

Zack Gilbert with Hey Boy II Charters Lillian, Alabama Reported: 2 years ago

Red snapper have been biting good and we can catch and keep them until August 24th.

Red Snapper Fishing in Orange Beach, Alabama

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Jerry Whisenhunt with Minutes of Use Fishing Charter
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Reported: 2 years ago

Sundays trip

Jerry Whisenhunt with Minutes of Use Fishing Charter Gulf Shores, Alabama Reported: 2 years ago

Sundays trip

Red Snapper Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama

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Randall Sullens
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Reported: 2 years ago

Trip from this morning. The kids had a blast!

Randall Sullens Gulf Shores, Alabama Reported: 2 years ago

Trip from this morning. The kids had a blast!

Lane Snapper, Tilefish, Vermillion Snapper Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama

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Mitch Lattof
Orange Beach, Alabama
Reported: 2 years ago

If you need a fishing report : the speckled trout bite has been pretty good; seeing some larger model ones in the 4-5# range , redfish have been mixed in as well with larger ones in the 15-20# range , a few flounder here and there as well as Pompano

Mitch Lattof Orange Beach, Alabama Reported: 2 years ago

Redfish Fishing in Orange Beach, Alabama

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Seth Wilson with RipTide Charters
Spanish Fort, Alabama
Reported: 2 years ago

6hr today had a good day!

Seth Wilson with RipTide Charters Spanish Fort, Alabama Reported: 2 years ago

6hr today had a good day!

Amberjack Fishing in Orange Beach, Alabama

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Tom Myers
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Reported: 2 years ago

Mackerel's have shown up thick around here. A little Pompano action too.

Tom Myers Gulf Shores, Alabama Reported: 2 years ago

Mackerel's have shown up thick around here. A little Pompano action too.

Bluefish, Florida Pompano, Spanish Mackerel Fishing in Orange Beach, Alabama

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Randall Sullens
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Reported: 2 years ago

Grouper fishing has been really good this past week

Randall Sullens Gulf Shores, Alabama Reported: 2 years ago

Grouper fishing has been really good this past week

Snowy Grouper Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama

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★★★★★
Great time enjoyed it !
James R. | November 26, 2025

Trip: INSHORE/NEARSHORE FISHING
★★★★★
Great guy. Easy going. Can tell he’s seen it all. Was great with the kids.
Gregory A. | November 26, 2025

Trip: Orange Beach Catch
★★★★★
Great Experience! We had a great time. Captain Kyle did a great job finding spots to catch in and provided a smooth ride. Our deckhand Tristan was outstanding! Friendly, helpful, efficient and an overall nice guy. He kept our rods ready with bait, patient when taking our pictures, he made this day extremely enjoyable.
Jamie J. | November 19, 2025

Trip: 4 Hr PM Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Cade was amazing and would highly recommend him. Caught lots of fish. Completely satisfied with the charter. Thank You Cade for a great fishing experience.
Darlene B. | November 15, 2025

Trip: 3 Hour Inshore/Offshore
★★★★★
We were quite disappointed in our experience. Cade is a nice young man, but asked us nothing about our fishing experience or expectations for the day. Our first fishing spot was about 300 yards from the launch ramp where we caught about 5 or 6 fish, with the biggest being about 8 inches. We then traveled about 35 minutes to the second location which was under a highway bridge.. We caught about 4 or 5 fish, with the biggest being about 10 inches. I understand that the guide cannot be responsible for the fish caught but it seemed like we were in locations that were targeting smaller fish. For the cost of the trip, we were expecting more of a "Gulf charter fishing experience." I would recommend not using this venue.
Randy M. | November 14, 2025

Trip: 3 Hour Inshore/Offshore
★★★★★
What a day! We had the best experience with Captain James and his crew mate today. I highly recommend booking this trip. I will definitely book again.
Kari S. | November 8, 2025

Trip: Pensacola Fishing Frenzy
★★★★★
WE had a great time!
Bryant T. | October 31, 2025

Trip: Inshore/Nearshore Special!
★★★★★
Josh was very knowledgeable and friendly. Got us on fish early. Did pretty decent considering that fishing has been slow. Well definitely use him again.
Steven D. | October 16, 2025

Trip: Inshore Family Fun 6 Hour
★★★★★
Great trip got on some great spots with good fish
Trevor B. | October 16, 2025

Trip: 5 Hour Bottom Fishing & Trolling
★★★★★
Had a great 4 hour trip in Gulf Shores, AL today! The crew was fantastic and took us to some great spots to catch our limit of Red Snapper. Very nice crew, super helpful and the boat was great. Highly recommended!
Rocky S. | October 15, 2025

Trip: Nearshore Reefs And Wrecks Trip

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