Pensacola Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Craig Mullens
Pensacola Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Redsnapper are open on the weekends

Craig Mullens Pensacola Beach, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Redsnapper are open on the weekends

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Bradley Ables
Orange Beach, Alabama
Reported: 1 year ago

The stormy weather has had us inshore in calmer water the past few days pre hurricane. But the fall bite has been on fire and is only gonna get better. The nearshore bite is producing some giant bull reds! We got some good weather coming up this weekend, so now...

Bradley Ables Orange Beach, Alabama Reported: 1 year ago

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Ronald Doyle
Elberta, Alabama
Reported: 1 year ago

Ronald Doyle Elberta, Alabama Reported: 1 year ago

The fall redfish bite is starting to heat up. The bite will only get better throughout the coming weeks. Also starting to see some flounder which are a very welcomed sight! Flounder have been hard to come by for the last several years and are finally making an appearance again. If cooler temps and bigger fish is your thing, now is your time. Don't miss out and some of the best fishing the Alabama gulf coast has to offer

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Shawn Slattery
Bon Secour, Alabama
Reported: 1 year ago

Water temperature is falling days are getting shorter and fishing is good!

Shawn Slattery Bon Secour, Alabama Reported: 1 year ago

Water temperature is falling days are getting shorter and fishing is good!

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Bryars Bishop
Fairhope, Alabama
Reported: 1 year ago

We are transitioning from red snapper season to Amberjack, triggerfish and grouper fishing, fishing has been really good for us all summer. We are looking forward to the next few months with our favorite time of the year coming up, Fall fishing!

Bryars Bishop Fairhope, Alabama Reported: 1 year ago

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Randall Sullens
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Reported: 1 year ago

red snapper on the offshore and Spanish mackerel on the inshore boat

Randall Sullens Gulf Shores, Alabama Reported: 1 year ago

red snapper on the offshore and Spanish mackerel on the inshore boat

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Randall Sullens
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Reported: 1 year ago

Yes sir red snapper on the offshore and Spanish mackerel on the inshore boat

Randall Sullens Gulf Shores, Alabama Reported: 1 year ago

Yes sir red snapper on the offshore and Spanish mackerel on the inshore boat

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Kenny Lewis
Pensacola, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Fall season for red snapper is in September. Sharks are biting good, Mackerel are showing up, Mahi should be good in the Middle of August and September

Kenny Lewis Pensacola, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Fall season for red snapper is in September. Sharks are biting good, Mackerel are showing up, Mahi should be good in the Middle of August and September

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★★★★★
One of the best trips I have ever had. It was a great experience for my Son and Son in law for his first time. Very impressed with the professionalism and knowledge of the Captain and crew We will definitely be coming back and I highly recommend CPT Tom and his crew.
Jon M. | May 6, 2026

Trip: 6 Hour AM Bottom Fishing
★★★★★
Captain TY and Captain Chilli were really amazing. Just a really good time and they are great people to be around. Our group ended up catching 62 fish thanks to Captain Ty and Captain Chilli. If you’re looking for a great charter I would highly recommend these guys.
Matthew H. | May 4, 2026

Trip: 4 Hour AM Trip
★★★★★
It doesn’t get any better than this trip with Colin! He put us on the fish! Check out the photos!
Virginia M. | April 29, 2026

Trip: 2-8 Hours Inshore Trip
★★★★★
He’s a very good guide he put on on fish it was slow but but we all had fun he answered all the questions we had made us laugh all around a good experience and we are coming back again for another trip in the future
Anthony D. | April 21, 2026

Trip: Half Day Gulf Classics
★★★★★
My wife and I went out with Captain Bobby for a four-hour inshore fishing trip yesterday. We caught 5 or 7 keepers (Spanish Mackerel, a Pompano and a Blue Runner). However, the best part of our outing with Captain Bobby was being out on the water with a courteous, attentive and pleasantly conversational guide. My wife and I recommend Captain Bobby to anyone that interested in the "whole adventure" to choose Captain Bobby for their fishing outing.
Ricky B. | April 18, 2026

Trip: Inshore / Near Shore Fishing
★★★★★
Outstanding trip with Captain Patrick today!!! I will definitely be rebooking with him on my next trip down.
Randy S. | April 17, 2026

Trip: Red Snapper Whacker
★★★★★
Cade was an amazing guide, he made sure all of our group caught something and had a great time! Highly recommend using Cade for any trip!!
Tanner H. | April 17, 2026

Trip: 3 Hour Inshore/Offshore
★★★★★
Great crew, very professional!! Fun times during our off shore fishing trip. Looking forward for our next trip
Alvaro R. | April 15, 2026

Trip: Gulf Coast Nearshore Adventure
★★★★★
Excellent experience! Capt Tom and Fisher were great! Very knowledgeable, helpful and patient. The family had a great time.
Brett W. | April 15, 2026

Trip: 5 Hour AM Bottom Fishing/trolling
★★★★★
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'