
Irish Wake Fishing invites to enjoy the thrill of catching fish in Mobile Bay on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Explore the inshore and nearshore waters all throughout the bay and up to 9 miles out of the Gulf of Mexico.
Whether you are a hard-core angler, novice or child, there is a trip for you. Captain JayO is a seasoned tournament angler with numerous wins and showings to his credit who is ready to share his knowledge with you. He is an Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo Champion (world’s largest Fishing Rodeo according to Guinness Book of Records), 3 time champion of the annual year-long multiple species Big Fish Contest put on by the Alabama Coastal Fishermen’s Association and has broken 3 all-time ACFA records with 2 still standing.
Irish Wake offers several types of packages from hard-core trophy hunting to just catching fish and sunset cruises. Your captain’s biggest passion is chasing trophy Trout with hardbait and pogey and stalking the elusive Tripletail.
Apart from those, you will be able to get your hands on Kingfish, Sheepshead, Flounder, Ground Mullet, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Cobia, and even Red Snapper when the season allows.
Irish Wake Fishing will take you out aboard a brand-new 24’ Bay boat, which has plenty of space for up to 4 anglers. The boat comes powered by a 350 HP Mercury engine and is rigged with everything you need for a successful day on the water.
All gear, tackle, bait, licenses, and catch cleaning will be provided by the captain. Please note, that smoking is not allowed onboard.
Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
75%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
70%
Caught fish
75%
Aug 2, 2023
3/4 Day Trip - Inshore (AM)
Labadie, MO
Jul 26, 2021
3/4 Day Trip - Inshore (AM)
Good time. HOT. That's ok though. Cap'n Jay very persistent in finding fish. After several stops we did. Great time catching fish and having a delicious dinner with our catch.
Good time. HOT. That's ok though. Cap'n Jay very persistent in finding fish. After several stops we did. Great time catching fish...

Lawrenceburg, KY
Jun 28, 2020
3/4 Day Trip – Tripletail
Awesome experience. Extremely knowledgeable Captain Jay and he is a great person to be with. We had an excellent trip going after this elusive fish. I will certainly go again next time we vacation at Dauphin Island! Truly recommend Irish Wake Fishing.
Awesome experience. Extremely knowledgeable Captain Jay and he is a great person to be with. We had an excellent trip going after...
Jun 9, 2021
3/4 Day Trip - Inshore (AM)
Joliet, Illinois
Jul 14, 2018
3/4 Day Trip - Inshore (PM)
Went out with Captain Jay on 6-14-18. I’ve been fishing recreationally for 20+ years, and have had my fair share of guided trips also. I have to say this was one of the best trips I’ve have. First class boat and equipment, very knowledgeable captain. I will definitely be making a trip back to Mobile Bay from Texas to go fishing with Captain Jay again. He put us on the fish in the action never stopped until the box was full of a limit.
Went out with Captain Jay on 6-14-18. I’ve been fishing recreationally for 20+ years, and have had my fair share of guided trips...
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Rating summary
Photo by reviewers (1)

Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
75%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
70%
Caught fish
75%
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3/4 Day Trip - Inshore (AM) on August 2, 2023
Labadie, MO
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3/4 Day Trip - Inshore (AM) on July 26, 2021
Good time. HOT. That's ok though. Cap'n Jay very persistent in finding fish. After several stops we did. Great time catching fish and having a delicious dinner with our catch.
Good time. HOT. That's ok though. Cap'n Jay very persistent in finding fish. After several stops we did. Great time catching fish and having a delicious dinner with our catch.

Lawrenceburg, KY
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3/4 Day Trip – Tripletail on June 28, 2020
Awesome experience. Extremely knowledgeable Captain Jay and he is a great person to be with. We had an excellent trip going after this elusive fish. I will certainly go again next time we vacation at Dauphin Island! Truly recommend Irish Wake Fishing.
Awesome experience. Extremely knowledgeable Captain Jay and he is a great person to be with. We had an excellent trip going after this elusive fish. I will certainly go again next time we vacation at Dauphin Island! Truly recommend Irish Wake Fishing.
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3/4 Day Trip - Inshore (AM) on June 9, 2021
Joliet, Illinois
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3/4 Day Trip - Inshore (PM) on July 14, 2018
Went out with Captain Jay on 6-14-18. I’ve been fishing recreationally for 20+ years, and have had my fair share of guided trips also. I have to say this was one of the best trips I’ve have. First class boat and equipment, very knowledgeable captain. I will definitely be making a trip back to Mobile Bay from Texas to go fishing with Captain Jay again. He put us on the fish in the action never stopped until the box was full of a limit.
Went out with Captain Jay on 6-14-18. I’ve been fishing recreationally for 20+ years, and have had my fair share of guided trips also. I have to say this was one of the best trips I’ve have. First class boat and equipment, very knowledgeable captain. I will definitely be making a trip back to Mobile Bay from Texas to go fishing with Captain Jay again. He put us on the fish in the action never stopped until the box was full of a limit.
