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.
Little Lagoon Guide Service
Little Lagoon Guide Service specializes in light tackle, inshore, near shore, and back bay fishing between Fort Morgan, Alabama to...
Aquastar Charters
The Aquastar is a full-service deep sea fishing charter boat designed for fast and smooth trips. A 57-foot charter fishing...
Kelly Anne Shrimp
The Kelly Anne is our 55-foot shrimp boat. We offer fresh shrimp for sale, call for prices. You can trust...
Class Act Charters, Inc.
Join our captains, Dale and Nick, for some fantastic saltwater fishing, ideal for both business and family trips. We offer...
G2 Coastal
If you want to fish off the beach but don't want to go through the hassle of hauling gear in...
Sam's Stop & Shop
Sam's has everything you need while on vacation. We offer fishing supplies, marine supplies, sportswear, deli and groceries to make...
Water Dog Charters
The Water Dog comes powered by a 300 HP Cummins C-series and can comfortably accommodate up to 6 anglers. She...
Nicole Fishing Charters
Enjoy inshore and offshore fishing aboard the charter boat Ni-Cole out of Fort Morgan Marina. We offer four, six, and...
Dauphin Island Marina
If you’re looking for an outdoor water adventure – the Dauphin Island Marina has the rentals to meet your needs...
Boll Weevil Charters
There is no better family vacation than a relaxing fishing trip with us. Bring your children to this laid-back and...
SouthWind Charters
The Southwind is rigged with everything you need to make a great catch possible. As well as that, you will...
Academy Sports + Outdoors
Academy Sports + Outdoors is a premier sports, outdoor and lifestyle retailer offering quality hunting, fishing, camping equipment and gear...
Hooked Up Bait & Tackle
Hooked Up Bait and Tackle is a locally owned business in Gulf Shores offering a variety of tackle and apparel...
Bad Habit Charters
Bad Habit Charters has everything you need for a good time. Bad Habit is a 45 foot air conditioned Hatteras...
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.