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Inshore Fishing Charter in Dauphin Island

Dauphin Island Inshore Fishing Trip

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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter in Dauphin Island

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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Dauphin Island

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Inshore, River Fishing Charter near Dauphin Island

Gulf Shores Inshore Slammin'

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Dauphin Island

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter near Dauphin Island

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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Dauphin Island

Pensacola Fishing Frenzy

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Everything to Know About Booking a Dauphin Island topwater fishing charter

What are the best topwater fishing charters in Dauphin Island?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 7 topwater fishing trips in Dauphin Island, and the most popular trips in the area are Salt Water Fishing 2-People guided by Mike, 5 hour Inshore Trip guided by Jay, and Offshore Fishing 4-People guided by Mike.

Our guides in Dauphin Island are rated a 4.85 out of 5 based on 3679 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 topwater fishing guides / fishing lessons in Dauphin Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly topwater fishing guides in Dauphin Island.

What types of topwater fishing charters are common in Dauphin Island?

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

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

How much do Dauphin Island topwater fishing charters cost?

Prices for topwater fishing in Dauphin Island can range anywhere from about $550 to $1,650, but the average price for a half day trip for topwater fishing in Dauphin Island is $850. The average price for a full day trip for topwater fishing in Dauphin Island is $1,404.

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 topwater fishing charter in Dauphin Island?

The most popular season to go on a topwater fishing charter in Dauphin Island is summer, and most anglers book their trips 13 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

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

    Cassi W. | September 3, 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

  • ★★★★★
    I highly recommend Mitch. He's friendly, laid back and great with kids. He worked hard for us to find redfish. We moved around a lot as needed. I would definitely book with Mitch again.

    Ryan F. | August 10, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Guide Service

  • ★★★★★
    Richard was great. He really helped me improve my casting.

    Matthew P. | August 3, 2024

    Trip: Pensacola Bay Fly Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Good time on a quick trip to a shallow rig. We caught 5 species of fish and had a great time. Patrick and Tristan made it an enjoyable and easy trip.

    Michael N. | July 24, 2024

    Trip: 3 hour inshore nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    Jake was an awesome guide. He knew his shit about the area and got us on fish on a fun bay trip to take our son out and see how’d he do with bigger water fishing. We will for sure be back to go out deep sea fishing with him next time.

    Jordan K. | July 18, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    Jake was a great guide and did an amazing job getting us on fish. My son and I will be booking him again for our next trip to Gulf Shores!!

    Aaron G. | July 14, 2024

    Trip: Bay Fishing Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Richard was knowledgeable, patient, and generous with his time. Our group was able to catch several fish, and had to opportunities to see lots of wildlife including sharks, rays, and a school of large tarpon. I certainly recommend this experience!

    Owen K. | July 3, 2024

    Trip: Pensacola Bay Fly Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip on short notice

    Jamie S. | June 8, 2024

    Trip: Gulfbound Glory: Emerald Coast

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time today with James. Learned alot today about fishing red snapper

    Erik | May 29, 2024

    Trip: Pensacola Fishing Frenzy

  • ★★★★★
    Tim created the perfect experience on our trip. It was a graduation present for my son and it was everything he and I wanted it to be. Tim was fun, incredibly competent at his craft, and interacted with us in a relaxed manner that made for a wonderful day. I have been utilizing fishing guides regularly for years and Tim was by far the best guide I’ve ever had. Bravo!

    Tony N. | May 27, 2024

    Trip: Gulfbound Glory: Emerald Coast

  • ★★★★★
    Richard is the best!

    Kathy M. | May 26, 2024

    Trip: Pensacola Bay Fly Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great day on the water with Richard who is a knowledgeable and experienced fly-fishing guide. I highly recommend spending a day or two with him!

    Greg S. | May 23, 2024

    Trip: Pensacola Bay Fly Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Shawn did a great job on a tough day. Really enjoyed the experience!

    Eric . | April 22, 2024

    Trip: Gulf Shores Inshore Slammin'

  • ★★★★★
    I had a great day on the water with Capt Richard. I especially appreciated his willingness and experience to teach me as it was my first time saltwater fly fishing.

    Jon H. | November 1, 2023

    Trip: Pensacola Bay Fly Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Weren't able to make it offshore do to windy conditions and rough seas. Fished in the Bay instead.

    Gib H. | October 25, 2023

    Trip: Pensacola Fishing Frenzy

  • ★★★★★
    Jake was a great Captain for our Inshore Fishing Trip. He worked really hard and was very respectful and did all he could to help us take some fish home. The conditions weren't perfect, but that's fishing. I would recommend Jake to anyone looking for a family fishing trip inshore.

    Blake M. | October 16, 2023

    Trip: Bay Fishing Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    Great afternoon fishing trip with Shawn!

    Bryan P. | September 29, 2023

    Trip: Gulf Shores Inshore Slammin'

  • ★★★★★
    We Loved Captain Shawn! He was patient, helpful and very engaging. If the fish weren’t biting in one spot he’d move to another. We caught a variety of species and was knowledgeable about every one we caught . He realized how excited I was to see the dolphins so he got them to jump in our waves from the boat. Every time we saw them he was sure to try to get them to interact with us. His boat was very nice and clean, you could tell he loved his boat. IT WAS AWESOME! We plan on a second trip with him to do offshore fishing next. We enjoyed his inshore trip and hospitality! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! One more thing… although we didn’t bring our 10 year old son I definitely would not hesitate to take him out on a Captain Shawn’s boat! He’s a family man, I could tell he would do great with younger passengers as well.

    Shannon P. | September 23, 2023

    Trip: Gulf Shores Inshore Slammin'

  • ★★★★★
    Richard was great at everything. Plenty of fish and a wealth of knowledge.

    Shelden F. | September 14, 2023

    Trip: Pensacola Bay Fly Fishing

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