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.
Fishin Dixie
Light tackle fishing for all species along the beach or back in the bays. Shrimping, dolphin watching or cruising. Coast...
Reel Krazy Charters
Based at SanRoc Marina (Reel Surprise Marina) Reel Krazy Charters does 4-6 hour inshore and near shore trips for up...
Coastal Blue Persuasion Fishing, LLC
Inshore, nearshore & snapper fishing with Capt Frank aboard our Contender Sport for 1-6 anglers. Dauphin Island, Mobile, Fort Morgan...
Navigator Charters
All aboard matey! At Navigator Charters we offer family-friendly inshore/nearshore, year-round fishing for the experienced and novice angler. Prepare to...
Chipper's Clipper Charters
Captain Chip Day has more than 30 years of experience fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. Board his boat the...
Beach Bum Outdoors, LLC
We understand that fishing is more than just a hobby - it's a way of life. That's why we go...
Capt. Ty Fleming at Capt. Ty's Landing
Go fishing with Captain Ty Fleming at Captain Ty’s Landing, the five-time winner for "Best Charter Boat" by the People's...
Sandy Shores Charters
Come fish with Captain Bill for an exciting inshore fishing experience. When you fish with Captain Bill, all tackle, bait...
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...
Academy Sports + Outdoors
Academy Sports + Outdoors is a premier sports, outdoor and lifestyle retailer offering quality hunting, fishing, camping equipment and gear...
Rob's Inshore Fishing
Born and raised in nearby Pensacola, FL, Robert “Rob” Kritzmire has been fishing on the Gulf Coast his entire life...
Max Drag Charters, LLC
Going out on an Orange Beach fishing charter with Max Drag Charters will be your most memorable fishing adventure ever...
Island Girl Charters
For over 20 years, Island Girl Charters has been the leader in deep-sea fishing trips. Our trips are perfect for...
Another Getaway Charters
Getaway Charters has been providing fishing trips in Orange Beach since 1995. We offer 4, 5, 6, and 8-hour as...
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!
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.