Top fishing trips in Gulf Shores, Alabama
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Fort Morgan Fishing Fun with Frank - 27’ Blazer Bay
From $600 | 4 hours | Inshore | 1 - 6 People
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6-Hour Federal Snapper Trip - 34' Bonner
From $1500 | 6 hours | Offshore | 1 - 6 People
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Catch Another in Orange Beach- 24' Fish Master
From $550 | 4 hours | Inshore | 1 - 4 People
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Inshore/Nearshore Action
From $350 | 2 - 4 hours | Inshore | 1 - 6 People
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Overnight Blue Water Trip - 35' Cabo Express
From $4150 | 24 hours | Sportfisher | 1 - 6 People
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12-Hour Big Game Safari - 31' Cape Horn
From $2250 | 12 hours | Intermediate | 1 - 6 People
Everything to Know About Booking a fishing charter in Gulf Shores
What are the best fishing charters in Gulf Shores?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 33 trips in Gulf Shores, and the most popular trips in the area are Fort Morgan Fishing Fun with Frank - 27’ Blazer Bay guided by Frank, 6-Hour Federal Snapper Trip - 34' Bonner guided by Perry, and Catch Another in Orange Beach- 24' Fish Master guided by Ronald.
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Other popular fishing spots nearby for booking a charter include Orange Beach and Dauphin Island.
What types of fishing charters are common in Gulf Shores?
Nearshore fishing is the most popular in Gulf Shores as well as inshore fishing and offshore fishing.
The most commonly sought after species in Gulf Shores are: 1. redfish, 2. red snapper, 3. speckled trout / spotted seatrout, 4. flounder, and 5. king mackerel / kingfish.
The most common fishing techniques in Gulf Shores are bottom fishing, light tackle fishing, and live bait fishing but trolling and drift fishing are popular as well.
How much do Gulf Shores fishing charters cost?
in Gulf Shores prices can range anywhere from $300 to $3,000 and up, but the average price for a half day in Gulf Shores is $585. The average price for a full day in Gulf Shores is $1,450.
When is the best time to go fishing in Gulf Shores?
The most popular season for fishing in Gulf Shores is summer, and most anglers book their trips 16 days in advance.
Where can I get a Gulf Shores fishing license and what are the bag limits in Gulf Shores?
See here for more information on fishing licenses in Gulf Shores, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Gulf Shores. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Gulf Shores.
Gulf Shores Fishing Charters
The fishing in Gulf Shores is some of the best in the state. Located at the southernmost point on Alabama's Gulf Coast near the entrance to Mobile Bay, Gulf Shores is in a prime location to get on some fish when charter fishing. The inshore fishing on the many lagoons, bays, and backwaters near Gulf Shores is home to biodiverse fisheries that are comprised of many target species like redfish, black drum, sheepshead, and speckled trout. Further offshore near the thousands of reefs that dot the seafloor, everything from red snapper to white marlin can be caught. Regardless of the time of year, our Damn Good Guides have the local knowledge to keep your lines tight.
Gulf Shores Inshore Fishing
It would be a mistake to overlook the inshore fishing in Gulf Shores. You can have your pick of all the best Gulf Shores fishing spots like open water and flats in Oyster Bay, brackish bayous just north in Bon Secour, or right in the middle of town on Little Lagoon. The bite is on year-round, but your best bet for targeting inshore bull redfish and speckled trout is from late summer through the winter. These inshore beasts move into shallower tidal waters during these months in search of food and can be caught using a variety of tackle and techniques. In the heat of summer, tarpon, or "The Silver King" can be caught in inshore and nearshore waters around Gulf Shores.
Gulf Shores Deep Sea Fishing Charters
The crown jewel of Gulf Shores is deep sea fishing. With over 17,000 reefs scattered around the nearshore and deep sea waters just off the beach, there are plenty of species to be caught. Gulf Shores is situated relatively close to the continental shelf, so Pelagic species like wahoo, tuna, marlin, and mahi-mahi are within reach. In the heat of summer, several grouper and snapper species can be caught near reefs and other deep structures. If you're visiting Gulf Shores in March for spring break, the amberjack and cobia bite is on.
Things to do in Gulf Shores, AL
Beyond fishing charters, Gulf Shores has plenty of options to keep the whole group entertained when you're not out on the water. Visit The Wharf for open-air shopping and entertainment, or head over to the Waterville, USA waterpark for more fun in the sun. For the 21+ crowd, there are countless beachside dive bars and seafood joints around the area.
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Species in Gulf Shores
- Amberjack
- Black Drum
- Black Grouper
- Blackfin Tuna
- Blacktip Shark
- Bluefish
- Bonito
- Channel Catfish
- Cobia
- Florida Pompano
- Flounder
- Gag Grouper
- Jack Crevalle
- King Mackerel / Kingfish
- Mahi Mahi / Dorado
- Mangrove Snapper
- Red Snapper
- Redfish
- Sailfish
- Scamp Grouper
- Sheepshead
- Spanish Mackerel
- Speckled Trout / Spotted Seatrout
- Swordfish
- Tilefish
- Triggerfish
- Tripletail
- Vermillion Snapper
- Wahoo
- Whiting
- Yellowfin Tuna