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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.
Islander Charters
Islander, captained by Elizabeth Boggs, is a 36’ Hatteras and can carry up to six passengers. This boat is air-conditioned...
Mossytails Charters, LLC
Here at MossyTails Charters, we look forward to putting smiles on faces! Come aboard the Ray Marie for a fun...
Little Lagoon Guide Service
Little Lagoon Guide Service specializes in light tackle, inshore, near shore, and back bay fishing between Fort Morgan, Alabama to...
G2 Coastal
If you want to fish off the beach but don't want to go through the hassle of hauling gear in...
Flora-Bama Marina & Watersports
Inshore & Offshore Fishing Charters, Watersport Rentals - Pontoon Boats, Double Decker Pontoons with a slide, Jet Skis, Kayaks, Stand...
Gulf Island Charters
Gulf Island Charters, private adventures for family and friends. We offer affordable kids fishing and kids fishing/combo trips to keep...
Rob's Inshore Fishing
Born and raised in nearby Pensacola, FL, Robert “Rob” Kritzmire has been fishing on the Gulf Coast his entire life...
Great Escape Charters
At Great Escape Charters, we offer a memorable trip for anglers of every age and ability. Our determination to catch...
Another Fish Charters
At Another Fish Charters, we offer guided inshore and nearshore trips. Fishing trips include everything you need from gear to...
Fairwater II Charters
Fairwater II Charters offers fun and fishing for your family. We are a family run business that’s been fishing out...
Alabama Girl Inshore Fishing Charters
Alabama Girl will be leaving out of Gulf Shores Marina at Fort Morgan for some of the most exciting inshore...
Beach Bum Outdoors, LLC
We understand that fishing is more than just a hobby - it's a way of life. That's why we go...
Freebird Charters
If you are looking for a charter to take you and your group offshore, nearshore, inshore or backbay fishing, we...
Bear Point Harbor, LLC
Bear Point Harbor offers a dock store, 24-hour ice machine pay at the pump fuel, bait, permanent/transient slips, laundry, showers...
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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!
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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
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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.
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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.