Pensacola Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Pensacola

Jake Durant with Gulf Bay Charters
Pensacola, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Our snapper season is right around the corner the offshore trips for the next two months is the way to go

Jake Durant with Gulf Bay Charters Pensacola, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Our snapper season is right around the corner the offshore trips for the next two months is the way to go

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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
Spanish Fort, Alabama
Reported: 2 years ago

6hr today had a good day!

Seth Wilson 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: 3 years ago

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

Tom Myers Gulf Shores, Alabama Reported: 3 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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★★★★★
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'

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