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.
Alabama Deep Sea Fishing
Serving anglers in Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Fort Morgan and Perdido Key. We take the legwork out of finding a...
Reel Krazy Charters
Based at SanRoc Marina (Reel Surprise Marina) Reel Krazy Charters does 4-6 hour inshore and near shore trips for up...
Caribe Watersports
Our wonderful team and fantastic location make Caribe Marina & Watersports the ultimate spot for all your fun on the...
J & M Tackle
We offer a fully stocked tackle showroom, clothing sales floor, warehouse, custom rod shop, and cold storage for frozen natural...
Zeke's Lady Charters
The Zeke's Lady is a 65' Bonner. She will carry up to 45 people. We offer party boat trips at...
Sea Spray Charters
Sea Spray Charters feature a 65-foot Resmondo boat that has fished in the eastern and western Gulf of Mexico for...
Addicted 2 Fishing Charters
We are a family-friendly guide service that operates daily from Fort Morgan Marina in Gulf Shores, AL. Our services include...
Captain Mike's Inshore Fishing Charters
We fish aboard the 20' Pathfinder with live bait and light tackle on the back bays and near shores of...
Gulf Coast Charters
If you are looking for a charter to take you and your group offshore, nearshore, inshore or backbay fishing, we...
Nicole Fishing Charters
Enjoy inshore and offshore fishing aboard the charter boat Ni-Cole out of Fort Morgan Marina. We offer four, six, and...
Liquid Force Inshore Charter
Liquid Force Inshore Charters is a licensed, United States Coast Guard approved, and insured charter business started in 2015 by...
G2 Coastal
If you want to fish off the beach but don't want to go through the hassle of hauling gear in...
Islander Charters
Islander, captained by Elizabeth Boggs, is a 36’ Hatteras and can carry up to six passengers. This boat is air-conditioned...
Chipper's Clipper Charters
Captain Chip Day has more than 30 years of experience fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. Board his boat the...
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Discover Endless Fishing Opportunities Along Alabama's Beaches
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
Pier and Shore Fishing
For those who prefer to sit back in their beach chair and cast a line, you’ll find plenty of space and plenty of fish along our beaches. Visit the popular Gulf State Park Pier with over two thousand feet of rail space for anglers.
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.
Boater's Welcome
Sometimes you just want to skim over the turquoise waters and experience the Gulf for yourself. We understand. The boat-friendly environment in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach offers full boating services and friendly Southern hospitality. You can either bring your own or get a Gulf Shores or Orange Beach boat rental. Check in at one of our marinas and we'll guide you to where the fish are biting.
