Fishing Charters & Tours
When you go bluewater fishing in Alabama's Gulf Coast, either through a fishing charter or deep-sea fishing, you have a chance to land some of the best gamefish around. Learn more about fishing seasons in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, AL to discover the best time to plan your fishing trip.
Circle Hook Charters
Join Captain Randall Sullens on Circle Hook Charters for a first-class fishing trip where you’ll be cruising the hottest fishing...
Distraction Charters
We are family fishing specialists that encompass a futuristic view of deep sea fishing including a focus on family and...
Fish On Charters
Book your fishing trip with us! All bait, equipment and licensing included. We will even clean and pack your catch...
Stressed Out Charters LLC
Stressed Out Charters invites you to come aboard one of our two vessels. Whether you are fishing inshore or offshore...
Water Dog Charters
The Water Dog comes powered by a 300 HP Cummins C-series and can comfortably accommodate up to 6 anglers. She...
The Wharf in Orange Beach
The Wharf is an official Entertainment District with hundreds of family-friendly events throughout the year, including the nightly SPECTRA Laser...
Another Getaway Charters
Getaway Charters has been providing fishing trips in Orange Beach since 1995. We offer 4, 5, 6, and 8-hour as...
Kittywake Charters
Kittywake Charters is a 23-foot Sea Pro boat that will hold up to four anglers. Located at Zeke's Marina, Captain...
Just Chillin'
Enjoy inshore and offshore fishing aboard the charter boat Just Chillin out of Fort Morgan Marina. We offer four, six...
Sandy Shores Charters
Come fish with Captain Bill for an exciting inshore fishing experience. When you fish with Captain Bill, all tackle, bait...
Mossytails Charters, LLC
Here at MossyTails Charters, we look forward to putting smiles on faces! Come aboard the Ray Marie for a fun...
Night Shift Charter Service
Enjoy nighttime flounder gigging and bow-fishing with Night Shift Charter Service based out of Zeke’s Marina in Orange Beach. While...
Reel Surprise Charters Family Fishing
For almost 25 years, Reel Surprise Charters has developed personalized fishing charters for all types of trips. Our captains and...
Flora-Bama Marina & Watersports
Inshore & Offshore Fishing Charters, Watersport Rentals - Pontoon Boats, Double Decker Pontoons with a slide, Jet Skis, Kayaks, Stand...
Alabama Gulf Coast Fishing is a New World
Head offshore or cruise the back bays to find your catch this fishing season. Going after sailfish is only one of the angling thrills that await you on your visit to Orange Beach and Gulf Shores. From bluewater fishing to cruising the back bays for snapper, the angling possibilities are endless. Need to know what's running? Check out our Fishing by Season page. Once you landed the big one many of our local restaurants will be happy to Cook Your Catch. Plan your Gulf Shores and Orange Beach fishing trip today by booking a place to stay right on our site!
What Can I Expect to Catch Offshore?
When you go bluewater fishing in Alabama's Gulf Coast, either through a fishing charter or deep-sea fishing, you have a chance to land some of the best gamefish around, including:
- Snapper - plentiful and great eating
- Yellowfin tuna - popular fish to target, renowned for its flavor
- Blackfin tuna - will take your bait deep when hooked
- Grouper - prefers deep water near natural or manmade structures
- Wahoo - a fast-swimming fighter
If you're in search of the trophy photo of a lifetime, blue marlin is the king of game fish and can be found in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores. Its smaller leaping cousin, white marlin, is also found in the deep Gulf waters along with the tail-dancing Atlantic sailfish. Check out our seasonal fishing page.
What Can I Expect to Catch Inshore?
The sun rising over the tranquil waters of the back bays offers a different and equally thrilling fishing experience. Anglers exploring the coastal bays and estuaries are likely to encounter:
- Speckled and white trout - ferocious in attacking baits
- Flounder - found near piers and structures
- Redfish - prized shallow water fighting game fish
- Mackerel - plentiful warm water coastal fish
- Cobia/Crab eaters - migratory fish caught just off the beaches.
If you're in search of a real fishing story, go after barracuda. These are fierce fighters with teeth to match: making for a promising battle between man and fish.
Fishing Types on the Alabama Gulf Coast
Charter Fishing
With a fleet of over a hundred fishing charter boats heading out into the Gulf and back bays daily, booking a fishing excursion is easy. Once aboard, experienced captains will get you to your fish and show you how to hook your trophy. Private party fishing charters and walk-on group charters are available. Bait, tackle and fishing licenses are provided as part of the fishing charter package. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the fishing experience of a lifetime.