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.
Nelson's Inshore Charter Fishing
Nelson’s Inshore Charter Fishing offers a wonderful variety of inshore saltwater fishing. For five generations the Nelson family have been...
Kelly Anne Shrimp
The Kelly Anne is our 55-foot shrimp boat. We offer fresh shrimp for sale, call for prices. You can trust...
Academy Sports + Outdoors
Academy Sports + Outdoors is a premier sports, outdoor and lifestyle retailer offering quality hunting, fishing, camping equipment and gear...
Extreme Chaos Inshore Charters
Extreme Chaos is an inshore fishing guide service accommodating up to four persons. We specialize in fishing the inshore, back...
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...
Distraction Charters
We are family fishing specialists that encompass a futuristic view of deep sea fishing including a focus on family and...
Wahoo Water Sports
Providing you with the water sport adventures that are going to make your experience in Alabama unforgettable! We have pontoon...
Rob's Inshore Fishing
Born and raised in nearby Pensacola, FL, Robert “Rob” Kritzmire has been fishing on the Gulf Coast his entire life...
Annie Girl Charters
Want to have a good time on the water? Then book with Annie Girl Charters. Captain Mike Rowell invites you...
Audrey II Charters/Brown's Inshore Guide Service
We specialize in light tackle, fly fishing and inshore sport fishing. We are outfitted to handle serious anglers as well...
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...
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...
The Wharf in Orange Beach
The Wharf is an official Entertainment District with hundreds of family-friendly events throughout the year, including the nightly SPECTRA Laser...
Nicole Fishing Charters
Enjoy inshore and offshore fishing aboard the charter boat Ni-Cole out of Fort Morgan Marina. We offer four, six, and...
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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 or securing a direct flight with Allegiant Airlines!
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.
