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Gulf Shores, Alabama
Gulf Shores Fishing Charters
14 charter captains and guides fishing from Gulf Shores and Fort Morgan, listed A to Z with their boats, trip types and published prices. Call the captain directly – we never take a commission.
The captains
Gulf Shores fishing charters and guides, A to Z
Trip types, species and prices are shown as each operator publishes them. Ask the captain what fits your group, and confirm prices before you book.
Your boat, Gulf Shores
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Addicted 2 Fishing Charters
Fort Morgan Marina, 1577 Alabama Highway 180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Targets: Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled trout, Red snapper, Shark
Bama Bandit Sportfishing
Gulf Shores
Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026
Targets: Redfish, Speckled trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, Black drum, Red snapper
Big Shooter Fishing Charters
Fort Morgan
Targets: Tuna, Red snapper, Grouper
Blues Charters
Fort Morgan
Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026
Targets: Red snapper, Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled trout, Spanish mackerel
Circle Hook Charters
Fort Morgan Marina (office 16650A White Ln, Gulf Shores, AL 36542)
Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026
Targets: Speckled trout, Redfish, Sheepshead, Spanish mackerel, King mackerel, Wahoo, Red snapper, Mahi-mahi
Due South Fishing
Fort Morgan / Gulf Shores
Easy Livin Charters
Gulf Shores / Fort Morgan
Targets: Redfish, Sheepshead, Red snapper, Vermilion snapper, Mahi-mahi, Grouper, Amberjack, Spadefish
Free Bird Charters
16396 The Loop, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026
Targets: Speckled trout, Redfish, Flounder, Spanish mackerel, King mackerel, Sheepshead, Pompano, Cobia
Nelson Inshore Charter Fishing
16800 Nelson Lane, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026
Targets: Redfish, Speckled trout, White trout, Sheepshead
Nicole Fishing Charters
Fort Morgan
Targets: Red snapper, Shark
Off The Hook Charters
Fort Morgan Marina, 1577 AL-180 W, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Targets: Red snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish, Amberjack
Red Eye Charters
Fort Morgan Marina, 1577 State Highway 180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026
Targets: Red snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, Tuna, Mahi-mahi, Shark, Marlin
Stressed Out Charters
Gulf Shores / Fort Morgan
Targets: Red snapper, Vermilion snapper, Amberjack, King mackerel, Cobia, Triggerfish, Redfish, Sheepshead
Sunrise Charters
Canal Park Boat Launch, 100 E Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026
Targets: Redfish, Speckled trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, Red snapper, Vermilion snapper, Cobia
Listed alphabetically – this is not a ranking. Updated October 2026. How we list · Update or remove a listing
Trip types
Deep sea, inshore or party boat in Gulf Shores?
How the 14 operators listed here split by the trips they run. Not sure which fits? Read inshore vs offshore fishing.
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Deep sea and offshore boats
Offshore and deep sea trips run past the beaches to reefs, wrecks, ledges and open water for bigger fish. Expect longer runs, more swell and longer trips – full days are common.
Usually after: Red snapper, Grouper, Redfish, Sheepshead.
Typical private half day: $550 (3 boats publish one).
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Inshore and bay guides
Inshore trips fish calm bays, flats, marsh and the passes close to land. Short runs, smaller boats and steady action make them the usual pick for kids and first-timers.
Usually after: Red snapper, Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled trout.
Typical private half day: $550 (5 boats publish one).
Today on the water
Conditions in Gulf Shores right now
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Live from NOAA tide station 8731269, NOAA station 8735180, the National Weather Service. Tide times are predictions. Sunrise and moon are calculated for Gulf Shores.
Full tide table and what is biting: Gulf Shores fishing report.
Prices
What a fishing charter costs in Gulf Shores
Calculated from the prices captains publish (private trips for the whole boat, not per person), checked October 2026. Most prices cover up to 4 to 6 anglers; tips, fuel surcharges and fish cleaning can be extra.
| Trip | Median | Range | Boats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private half day (about 4 hours) | $550 | $550 – $600 | 5 |
| Private full day (about 8 hours) | $2,000 | $1,850 – $2,000 | 3 |
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Seasons
What is biting in Gulf Shores, month by month
The main months for each fish, so you can match your dates to what you want to catch.
| Species | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Red snapper | ||||||||||||
| Shark | ||||||||||||
| Speckled trout | ||||||||||||
| Redfish | ||||||||||||
| Flounder | ||||||||||||
| Mangrove snapper |
Shaded months are the main season or open season for each fish, from the state wildlife agency or local captains’ own published calendars. Seasons and limits change – check current rules before you go. Sources: gulf-council-media.s3.amazonaws.com, a2fcharters.com, freebirdcharterfishing.com, sunrisechartersgulfshores.com.
Know before you go
Fishing in Gulf Shores: local notes
Source: offthehookfishingcharters.org
Source: sunrisechartersgulfshores.com
Source: nelsoncharterfishing.com
Source: offthehookfishingcharters.org
Questions
Gulf Shores fishing charter questions
How many fishing charters are in Gulf Shores?
We list 14 charter captains and guides fishing from Gulf Shores and Fort Morgan, A to Z – not ranked.
How much is a fishing charter in Gulf Shores?
Among 5 boats that publish a private half-day price, the median is $550 (from $550 to $600), and the median full day is $2,000. Prices are for the whole boat, usually up to 4 to 6 anglers.
What fish can you catch in Gulf Shores?
The species Gulf Shores captains list most often are Red snapper, Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled trout, Flounder and Grouper. In October, the season calendar above shows Red snapper, Speckled trout, Redfish, Flounder, Mangrove snapper in season.
Do I need a fishing license on a charter in Alabama?
Ask the captain when you book: in many coastal states a licensed charter boat covers its paying passengers, but not in every state or on every trip. A Alabama resident annual license is $17 and a nonresident annual license $66.25. Alabama fishing license prices and rules.
Does Gone Fishing HQ take a commission?
No. You book with the captain directly by phone or on their own website, and they keep 100% of the trip price.
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