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Dauphin Island Offshore Expedition

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Dauphin Island Inshore Fishing Trip

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26 ft 1 - 10 People From $700
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Nearshore Dauphin Island Adventure

NEW Guided by Justin
27 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,150
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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Dauphin Island

Deep Sea Fishing 6-People

100% (4) Guided by Mike
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,380
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Salt Water Fishing 2-People

100% (4) Guided by Mike
26 ft 1 - 2 People From $920
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Dauphin Island Deep Drop

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Trolling & Bottom Fishing Trip

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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Dauphin Island

Dauphin Island Reefs And Rocks

NEW Guided by Justin
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Inshore Fishing Charter in Dauphin Island

5 Hour Inshore Trip

NEW Guided by Jay
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Dauphin Island

Inshore/Nearshore Experience

100% (12) Guided by Marty
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Red Snapper Round Up

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What are the best live bait fishing charters in Dauphin Island?

The best live bait fishing charters in Dauphin Island are:

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Dauphin Island with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 50 live bait fishing trips in Dauphin Island, and the most popular trips in the area are Dauphin Island Offshore Expedition guided by Justin, Salt Water Fishing 2-People guided by Mike, and 5 hour Inshore Trip guided by Jay.

Our guides in Dauphin Island are rated a 4.88 out of 5 based on 3816 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Dauphin Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Dauphin Island.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Dauphin Island?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Dauphin Island as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Dauphin Island are: 1. red snapper, 2. redfish, 3. speckled trout, 4. flounder, and 5. spanish mackerel.

How much do Dauphin Island live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Dauphin Island can range anywhere from about $450 to $2,720, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Dauphin Island is $675. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Dauphin Island is $2,292.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a live bait fishing charter in Dauphin Island?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Dauphin Island is summer, and most anglers book their trips 22 days in advance.

Do I need a Dauphin Island fishing license and what are the bag limits in Dauphin Island?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Dauphin Island, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Dauphin Island. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Dauphin Island.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Walt and Keith were fantastic! Extremely welcoming, knowledgeable, and helpful, plus great to crack a joke and share a laugh with. The waves were choppy when we went out and Walt & Keith guided us through it and took us around the area when we eventually got too sick haha. Highly recommend! I’ll be coming to them again in the future.

    Roberto O. | November 10, 2024

    Trip: Red Snapper Round Up

  • ★★★★★
    Bradley was very good with making these 10-15 year old boys make sure they knew what to do and had a good time of fun. He made sure they each had a rod, baited. Nd could cast it where they needed. For two first time fisherman, they had a blast. The 10 yr old catch the most fish. We got back to the condo, and he told his dad let’s go fishing tomorrow. Thanks for a great first trip, saltwater fishing for theses boys.

    Douglas | October 6, 2024

    Trip: Orange Beach Hook up!

  • ★★★★★
    My wife and I had a great time with Bill!

    Wesley Y. | September 25, 2024

    Trip: 2 Hour Quick Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Will and his deck hand were great. We did not catch anything but Will did all he could do.

    Douglas J. | September 14, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Trolling - 30' Albemarle

  • ★★★★★
    Jamie and his son were a blast 10/10 would recommend booking as soon as possible

    Brandon B. | September 13, 2024

    Trip: Gulf Coast Bites by the Shore

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip with a great captain! We had a blast!

    Kristie B. | September 9, 2024

    Trip: Gulf Shores Hook-Up

  • ★★★★★
    Had an awesome trip despite the constant rain. Caught some nice reds and black drum. Overall an awesome experience with some nice fillets to boot.

    Cody G. | September 7, 2024

    Trip: Orange Beach Hook up!

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. Will return on our next trip to gulf shores!

    Cassi W. | September 3, 2024

    Trip: 3 hour inshore nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    Jamie was a wonderful guide, very knowledgeable, super easy going and 100% knows where the fish are, will for sure be booking again on the next vacation! If you’re looking for a great fishing experience with the family that doesn’t break the bank, this is 100% the trip you want!

    John P. | August 31, 2024

    Trip: Gulf Coast Bites by the Shore

  • ★★★★★
    James our captain today did a great job in finding an assortment of fish for us. He worked diligently to assure we had lots of action. It was a great day on the water and we will return next year.

    Daniel T. | August 27, 2024

    Trip: Inshore/Nearshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Enjoyed the experience!

    Amanda M. | August 18, 2024

    Trip: 4 Hrs Inshore with Capt. Hunter

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Bill and Mrs. Nicki. They were very helpful and had awesome stories to share. We caught Spanish and Spades fish! Our time was well spent and we will definitely return!

    Elluntate B. | August 17, 2024

    Trip: 3 Hour Inshore/NearShore

  • ★★★★★
    We really enjoyed our experience with Patrick. He was an excellent guide and we caught our limit! Would definitely go again. Fun times!

    Dean G. | August 14, 2024

    Trip: 3 hour inshore nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    It was very much fun, He put us on fish 5 minutes after we got to our destination, very social able and knowledge about the areas we went to, I would definitely be back and with both my sons.

    Gordon C. | August 14, 2024

    Trip: Inshore/Nearshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Seth was awesome and so was the deck hand Tanner. Caught our snapper limit at the first stop. Put us on fish at every single stop. Boat is great. 100 degree day and the AC kept the cabin 70 degrees. Will definitely book with them again.

    Elton O. | August 12, 2024

    Trip: Deep Sea Bottom Dwellers Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Marty was great! He told us exactly what to expect from the water conditions and the possibility of a rough ride. We didn't think it was too rough at all. He was very knowledgeable about the area and the types of fish we could expect to catch and how to catch them! We all had a great time and would totally book with Marty again. Thank you for helping us make fun memories!

    Tina J. | August 9, 2024

    Trip: Inshore/Nearshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Bill was awesome! He was very knowledgeable, helpful and patient with the kids in our group (3 adults and 3 kids). We caught a lot of fish and made memories that will last a lifetime! Many thanks to Bill!

    Brian M. | August 8, 2024

    Trip: 2 Hour Quick Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Our originally scheduled time fell through because the fishing conditions were not optimal. Marty was upfront that it was too windy to catch any fish even though he said he would still honor our original reservation if we chose to do that. We were able to re-schedule until the next afternoon and thoroughly enjoyed our trip, catching several Spanish mackerel. We enjoyed some of Marty's fish tales while we were out and will schedule with him again if we are in the area.

    Margaret A. | August 5, 2024

    Trip: Inshore/Nearshore Experience

  • ★★★★★
    Good job!

    Matt T. | August 4, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Jigging / Trolling

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Chase got us our snapper limit in a 4 hour trip. We had to go directly through a pretty good storm (still pretty cool) but came out of it and started catching fish immediately. Great guy, knows his stuff. Definitely recommend by my two teens and their two best friends, my wife and I !!!

    David W. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Offshore Jigging / Trolling

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