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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. Learn more about fishing seasons in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, AL to discover the best time to plan your fishing trip.
Saltwater Fishing Charters and Guides
Stop wishing and let’s go fishing with Saltwater Fishing Charters and Guides. We focus on family fun, and kids can...
Summer Breeze Charter
The Summer Breeze is a 55-foot Resmondo, multi-passenger boat fit for up to 20 people. For our guests’ convenience we...
Sea Spray Charters
Sea Spray Charters feature a 65-foot Resmondo boat that has fished in the eastern and western Gulf of Mexico for...
Sailaway Charters
At Sailaway Charters Your family can enjoy my family friendly 2 hour nature cruise which includes oystering, crabbing, shrimping, birding...
Reel Surprise
Experience the thrill of the catch on Reel Surprise, a 65’ Bonner, captained by Randy Boggs. Reel Surprise is an...
Lady D Charters
Lady D Charters is located at Sportsman Marina where we fish for just about everything, from the delicious red snapper...
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...
Caribe Marina & Watersports
Our wonderful team and fantastic location make Caribe Marina & Watersports the ultimate spot for all your fun on the...
Max Drag Charters, LLC
Going out on an Orange Beach fishing charter with Max Drag Charters will be your most memorable fishing adventure ever...
Reel Surprise Marina
Reel Surprise Marina offers a wide assortment of Gulf Coast activities from boat rentals and diving to fishing charters and...
Fins and Family Fishing Charters
Join us for a saltwater adventure. Fins and Family Fishing offers private, family-friendly inshore and offshore fishing charters in Gulf...
Bottomed Out Fishing Charters LLC
Booking inshore and offshore charters, tours, sunset cruises, relaxation cruises and wedding services. 4 hour up to 24 hour charters...
Gulf State Park Fishing and Education Pier
There is covered seating for the concession area and indoor retail shop with tackle and souvenirs. Signs along with the...
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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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
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.
