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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. 

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Alabama Deep Sea Fishing

Orange Beach
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Reopening: 03-01-2024

Serving anglers in Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Fort Morgan and Perdido Key. We take the legwork out of finding a...

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The Hunting Company/Fish Kabob Bowfishing

Gulf Shores

We offer many types of bowfishing and rod and reel fishing in the waters along coastal Alabama. We have more...

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Bad Habit Charters

Orange Beach

Bad Habit Charters has everything you need for a good time. Bad Habit is a 45 foot air conditioned Hatteras...

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Sailaway Charters

Orange Beach

At Sailaway Charters Your family can enjoy my family friendly 2 hour nature cruise which includes oystering, crabbing, shrimping, birding...

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Intercoastal Safaris

Orange Beach

Intercoastal Safaris offers duck and hog hunting, inshore and offshore fishing, bow fishing and flounder gigging. Ask about our all-inclusive...

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J & M Tackle

Orange Beach

We offer a fully stocked tackle showroom, clothing sales floor, warehouse, custom rod shop, and cold storage for frozen natural...

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The Wharf Marina

Orange Beach

Centrally located on the Northern Gulf Coast, The Wharf Marina is equally convenient by yacht, airplane or car from anywhere...

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Chipper's Clipper Charters

Orange Beach

Captain Chip Day has more than 30 years of experience fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. Board his boat the...

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Hey Boy II Charters

Orange Beach

Fishing aboard the Hey Boy II charter boat on Alabama's Gulf Coast is a wonderful experience fit for the whole...

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Red Eye Charters

Gulf Shores

Red Eye Charters is a full service, half or full day charter company specializing in bottom fishing, trolling, tuna fishing...

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Lady D Charters

Orange Beach

Lady D Charters is located at Sportsman Marina where we fish for just about everything, from the delicious red snapper...

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Fishin Dixie

Orange Beach

Light tackle fishing for all species along the beach or back in the bays. Shrimping, dolphin watching or cruising. Coast...

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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...

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Russell's Coastal Fishing

Orange Beach

At Russell's Coastal Fishing, we are focused on providing family-oriented fishing trips and dolphin sight-seeing services with the highest levels...

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Cook Your Catch

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!

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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.

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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

Man surf fishing

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 Boats at The Wharf Marina

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.

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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.

Gulf Shores Surf fishing with BAMA BEACH BUM

Bama Beach Bum Matthew Isbell shares his technique for catching whiting, pompano and flounder from the shores of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores.

The Top 5 Surf Fishing Equipment Must-Have When Visiting Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

Our resident surf fishing expert Matthew Isbell, aka the Bama Beach Bum, has five items he considers as must-haves for shore fishing on Alabama’s beaches.

What’s In My Tackle Box? | What To Bring While Fishing in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

The Bama Beach Bum is back again with more tips and tricks for fishing along the Alabama Gulf Coast. Today, he'll share what’s inside his tackle box to give you a better idea of what you should carry on your average day while fishing in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach.

Fishing Rod & Equipment Options (Inshore & Offshore) | Fishing in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

Our friend Matthew Isbell, aka the Bama Beach Bum, is here to share some options for inshore and offshore fishing in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach.

3 Easy-to-Use Surf Fishing Lures for Great Catches | Surf Fishing in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach

Our friend Matthew Isbell, aka the Bama Beach Bum, is here to share his tips on great easy-to-use surf fishing lines when surf fishing in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.

5 Pompano Fishing Tips in Gulf Shores, Alabama | Surf Fishing Guide with the Bama Beach Bum

Check out how to catch pompano at Gulf Shores & Orange Beach! Whether you’re visiting for a fishing trip or you’re an experienced fisherman, these five tips will set you up for a great day on the shore.

Surf Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama | Catch Whiting with Bama Beach Bum

Join the famous Bama Beach Bum for a surf fishing trip to Alabama's Gulf Coast. Gulf Shores & Orange Beach is a fishing paradise, as you can easily drop a line right off the beach and fish for great game such as whiting, pompano, and flounder.

Gulf Shores Surf fishing with BAMA BEACH BUM
The Top 5 Surf Fishing Equipment Must-Have When Visiting Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
What’s In My Tackle Box? | What To Bring While Fishing in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
Fishing Rod & Equipment Options (Inshore & Offshore) | Fishing in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
3 Easy-to-Use Surf Fishing Lures for Great Catches | Surf Fishing in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
5 Pompano Fishing Tips in Gulf Shores, Alabama | Surf Fishing Guide with the Bama Beach Bum
Surf Fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama | Catch Whiting with Bama Beach Bum

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