Gulf Shores Weather Forecast

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Tim Birell
Tim B.
Summerdale, Alabama
Reported 6 months 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
Tim B. Summerdale, Alabama Reported 6 months 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.
Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama
Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama
Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama
Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama
Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama
Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama
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Craig Mick
Craig M.
Pensacola, Florida
Reported 6 months ago
When we can get offshore, we have been getting our limit of vermillion. Then, catch and release Amberjack inshore was good for sheepshead, but slowing after the spawn. Mackerel have shown up along with some bait schools Kings should be right behind.
Craig Mick
Craig M. Pensacola, Florida Reported 6 months ago
When we can get offshore, we have been getting our limit of vermillion. Then, catch and release Amberjack inshore was good for sheepshead, but slowing after the spawn. Mackerel have shown up along with some bait schools Kings should be right behind.
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
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Clay Hinton
Clay H.
Pensacola, Florida
Reported 6 months ago
Last few days. Amberjack have been on fire on topwater
Clay Hinton
Clay H. Pensacola, Florida Reported 6 months ago
Last few days. Amberjack have been on fire on topwater
Fishing in Pensacola Beach, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola Beach, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola Beach, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola Beach, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola Beach, Florida
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Tom M.
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Reported 6 months ago
Sheepshead, Pompano and Speckled trout have been biting great lately. Springtime fishing is great so far.
Tom Myers
Tom M. Gulf Shores, Alabama Reported 6 months ago
Sheepshead, Pompano and Speckled trout have been biting great lately. Springtime fishing is great so far.
Fishing in Orange Beach, Alabama
Fishing in Orange Beach, Alabama
Fishing in Orange Beach, Alabama
Fishing in Orange Beach, Alabama
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James Callahan
James C.
Pensacola, Florida
Reported 6 months ago
Pensacola — Fishing Report for March
Overview
- Fish activity: HIGH (local forecasts/solunar sites)
- Top targets: Large female spotted/seatrout on the shallow flats and sight-fishable redfish along the beaches.
Offshore - good opportunities for open-water species (wahoo, swordfish) during this late‑March transition.
Where and how to fish
- Shallow flats (inshore: Focus on large female trout in shallow flats. Typical approaches: live shrimp or small baitfish presentations and soft plastics around grass edges and shallow potholes; sight‑casting on calm days is productive.
- Beaches and nearshore flats: Sight fish for redfish along sandbars and back of the beach troughs...
James Callahan
James C. Pensacola, Florida Reported 6 months ago
Pensacola — Fishing Report for March
Overview
- Fish activity: HIGH (local forecasts/solunar sites)
- Top targets: Large female spotted/seatrout on the shallow flats and sight-fishable redfish along the beaches.
Offshore - good opportunities for open-water species (wahoo, swordfish) during this late‑March transition.
Where and how to fish
- Shallow flats (inshore: Focus on large female trout in shallow flats. Typical approaches: live shrimp or small baitfish presentations and soft plastics around grass edges and shallow potholes; sight‑casting on calm days is productive.
- Beaches and nearshore flats: Sight fish for redfish along sandbars and back of the beach troughs
— sight casting with shrimp, topwater plugs, or jerkbaits when you can see wakes or tailing fish.
- Offshore/open water: Late‑March offshore bite is developing — opportunities for wahoo and swordfish. Expect trolling or deep‑water techniques for open‑water pelagics.
Tips
- Fish tides and solunar peaks for best action; check exact tide times for your launch spot.
- Calm, clear conditions favor sight‑fishing for reds and trout — approach quietly and watch for tails/wakes.
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
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Jake Durant
Jake D.
Pensacola, Florida
Reported 6 months ago
Both inshore and offshore bites are finally looking like spring!
Jake Durant
Jake D. Pensacola, Florida Reported 6 months ago
Both inshore and offshore bites are finally looking like spring!
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
Fishing in Pensacola, Florida
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Zach Wilkerson
Zach W.
Orange Beach, Alabama
Reported 6 months ago
Water should start warming back up after this cold front.
Zach Wilkerson
Zach W. Orange Beach, Alabama Reported 6 months ago
Water should start warming back up after this cold front.
Fishing in Elberta, Alabama
Fishing in Elberta, Alabama
Fishing in Elberta, Alabama
Fishing in Elberta, Alabama
Fishing in Elberta, Alabama
Fishing in Elberta, Alabama
Fishing in Elberta, Alabama
Fishing in Elberta, Alabama
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Colin Obrien
Colin O.
Pensacola, Florida
Reported 6 months ago
Redfish, black drum, and speckled trout have been biting like crazy in the second half of the incoming tide. Shrimp under popping corks or natural colored soft plastics have been getting the job done. This was from Wednesday, lost count of how many fish we caught before we were an hour into it!
Colin Obrien
Colin O. Pensacola, Florida Reported 6 months ago
Redfish, black drum, and speckled trout have been biting like crazy in the second half of the incoming tide. Shrimp under popping corks or natural colored soft plastics have been getting the job done. This was from Wednesday, lost count of how many fish we caught before we were an hour into it!
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Tim Birell
Tim B.
Summerdale, Alabama
Reported 6 months ago
Bent rods and reels are zinging book your trip today
Tim Birell
Tim B. Summerdale, Alabama Reported 6 months ago
Bent rods and reels are zinging book your trip today
Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama
Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama
Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama
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Chris Ward
Chris W.
Orange Beach, Alabama
Reported 6 months ago
Spring is coming and the big uglies are getting hungry! Still seeing good sheepshead bites and red and black drum getting more active.
Chris Ward
Chris W. Orange Beach, Alabama Reported 6 months ago
Spring is coming and the big uglies are getting hungry! Still seeing good sheepshead bites and red and black drum getting more active.
Fishing in Orange Beach, Alabama
Fishing in Orange Beach, Alabama
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Recent Gulf Shores Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip put us right on the fish caught so many we lost count highly recommend

    Benjamin C. | October 6, 2026

    Trip: "Gettin’ Jiggy" Inshore Combo

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience with Captain Chris fishing for snapper and red fishin Orange Beach, would book again with him.

    Sal L. | October 6, 2026

    Trip: Orange Beach Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip and Reid did an incredible job of getting us on the fish. Will definitely book with his again if we're ever back in the area.

    Sheila D. | October 5, 2026

    Trip: 3-4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore

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    I had a great half day trip with Ben last week. He knew a super place with lots of big Redfish. His custom designed skiff was made for gliding by and through the salt marsh. He rigged up my 8 wt with a 40# flourocarbon "tippet", tied on a hand tied fly, and we were off. Ben had me on fish all morning. I even caught some of them. Hope to go fishing with Ben again when in the Mobile area.

    Claude H. | September 29, 2026

    Trip: Inshore Fly Fishing Or Light Tackle

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent guide service. We started on time and Chris put us on the fish!

    Victor R. | September 29, 2026

    Trip: Offshore / State Water Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Ron was amazing! We didn’t expect to catch sharks and Ron took us to the perfect spots! Made my 9year old fall in love with fishing even more!

    Jenna B. | September 29, 2026

    Trip: Orange Beach Catch

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    Tim was the absolute BEST captain we could ever ask for! We had the best time! This was our first charter. Tim is VERY knowledgeable and always put us on the fish! He is also very nice and easy to get along with. We booked 4 hours and we were catching fish the whole time. We will definitely be booking again 10000000/10 worth the money.

    Nicole H. | September 26, 2026

    Trip: Nearshore Gulf Shores!

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    We had a great time, with Captain Tom..Super Cool, guy and caught fish..The young boy that was the deck hand ..Worked his tail off..Overall we had a blast

    Darren P. | September 24, 2026

    Trip: 6 Hour AM Bottom Fishing

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    Jennifer A. | September 24, 2026

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    Had a great time with Captain Jeff, we only had two hours to fish on our last day here and he made it worth every second, we will definitely be back.

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