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.
Sea Spray Charters
Sea Spray Charters feature a 65-foot Resmondo boat that has fished in the eastern and western Gulf of Mexico for...
G2 Coastal
If you want to fish off the beach but don't want to go through the hassle of hauling gear in...
4 Seasons Outfitters
We specialize in hunting and fishing packages all over the world, but the best fishing IN the world is right...
Liquid Force Inshore Charter
Liquid Force Inshore Charters is a licensed, United States Coast Guard approved, and insured charter business started in 2015 by...
Captain Bligh Charters
At Hollywood Charters located at Zeke’s Marina, we fish inshore and nearshore from February through November. Catch the best in...
Gulf Rebel Charters
We are a family-owned and operated charter business in Orange Beach. We offer half-day, full-day and overnight charter trips, and...
Intercoastal Safaris
Intercoastal Safaris offers duck and hog hunting, inshore and offshore fishing, bow fishing and flounder gigging. Ask about our all-inclusive...
Island Time Charters
Island Time Charters is an inshore and nearshore fishing charter business. We are licensed to take up to six people...
Brian Daniels Guide Service
Come offshore deep sea fishing with us on Alabama's beautiful gulf coast. We offer 4 hour trolling, 6, 8, 10...
Dauphin Island Marina
If you’re looking for an outdoor water adventure – the Dauphin Island Marina has the rentals to meet your needs...
Great Escape Charters
At Great Escape Charters, we offer a memorable trip for anglers of every age and ability. Our determination to catch...
Gulf Coast Charters
If you are looking for a charter to take you and your group offshore, nearshore, inshore or backbay fishing, we...
Distraction Charters
We are family fishing specialists that encompass a futuristic view of deep sea fishing including a focus on family and...
Blue Water Charters
Whether you are with a group of friends and want to test your skills or you want to introduce your...
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.