The best fishing spots along Alabama’s Gulf Coast
Stay where the fish are biting
Cast your line where Southern charm meets world-class fishing. Alabama’s Gulf Coast reels in anglers year-round with diverse ecosystems, stocked waters, and unbeatable access to the Gulf, bay, and backwaters. From tackle slinging at sunrise to big-game battles offshore, these waters are alive—and waiting for your next fishing trip.
Hook into action between the beach and the backwater lagoons. Cast from the sandy tides for flounder and redfish, reel sheepshead off the Gulf State Park Pier, or sneak around the brackish lagoons with a light rig. It's an all-in-one coastal playground.
Calm waters, glassy inlets, shallow flats, and an abundance of fish like tripletail, mangrove snapper, redfish, and speckled trout make this spot a must-fish for those chasing local thrills.
Book a charter and head 30 miles out to fight red snapper, mahi-mahi, and amberjack over sunken wrecks. Closer in, the calm bay waters provide stellar light tackle action for speckled trout and flounder.
Cast casually from the quiet beaches or during a sunrise surf session. Fort Morgan’s low-key, sandy stretches are ideal for pompano, whiting, and drum. Even better, you’ll have access to Mobile Bay’s calmer coves without the crowds or chaos.
Tie off your rig just steps from your door—vacation rentals with boat docks along Alabama’s Gulf make every cast count. Fish early, return for lunch, and launch again at sunset.
From rod to sand in 60 seconds—vacation homes with private beach access deliver front-row seats to the Gulf’s natural bounty and instant access for sunup surfcasting or sunset strolls with rods in hand.
Before you hit the water in Alabama’s Gulf Coast, make sure your tackle box isn’t the only thing that’s ready. A valid Alabama fishing license is legally required for most anglers, so don’t risk a fine—get legal, then get to catching after following this advice:
