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.
Getaway Charters
Getaway Charters is your Go-To for Family fishing or Serious fishing. In business since 1995. Private charters for the family...
Intruder Charters
At Intruder Charters we provide everything needed for a guaranteed good time including bait, tackle, rods, reels and fishing licenses...
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...
Freebird Charters
If you are looking for a charter to take you and your group offshore, nearshore, inshore or backbay fishing, we...
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...
Cool Change Charters
Ready to go fishing in Orange Beach or Gulf Shores Alabama? You’re in luck – Capt. Joe Nash and his...
Hooked Up Inshore Charters
We offer inshore and near shore fishing, with day and night fishing trips available. We have over 30 years’ experience...
A Pair A Dice Charter
See wild dolphins as they jump through the waves or glide along with the boat, drag a shrimp net and...
Rig 3 Adventures
Captain William “T-Bo” McCartney, III, is a fifth-issued 100T Master licensed captain with the U.S. Coast Guard and 23 years’...
Bad Habit Charters
Bad Habit Charters has everything you need for a good time. Bad Habit is a 45 foot air conditioned Hatteras...
Reel Surprise
Experience the thrill of the catch on Reel Surprise, a 65’ Bonner, captained by Randy Boggs. Reel Surprise is an...
Explorer Charters
Hit the water on our 85' ft. charter boat Explorer. It’s big, safe and reliable. Ideal for first-time anglers and...
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...
Another Fish Charters
At Another Fish Charters, we offer guided inshore and nearshore trips. Fishing trips include everything you need from gear to...
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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
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.