Southern Star Outfitters 

5.0/5 (174 reviews)
 
State licensed
 26619 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, AL 36561, United States

Southern Star Outfitters 

 
State licensed
5.0/5 (174)
 Angler's Choice
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26619 Perdido Beach Boulevard
Orange Beach, AL, United States

There’s a fish with your name on it in Orange Beach, and Southern Star Outfitters will help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Bobby and Captain JR can tell you all about them.

The fish in these waters include Red and Vermilion Snapper, Scamp and Gag Grouper, Triggerfish, Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and more, depending on the season. You’ll target your catch by spinning, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
You’re welcome to bring home any fish you catch, assuming they meet regulations and your captain will provide rods and reels.

Your adventure will be on board the Southern Star, a newly restored 47’ Jersey vessel that can accommodate up to 16 guests. It has a toilet and AC. Young ones are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Bringing snacks and drinks is a good idea so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach. Don’t forget your sunglasses and sunblock (non-spray).

A First Mate will be there to assist you and make sure everything is running smoothly. It’s customary to tip the Mate 20% at the end of the day to show your appreciation. Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask, and your captain can tell you more.

Now and then, the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. Time to make it happen with Southern Star Outfitters!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 174 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (191)

Great Mid-October Trip and Caught Lots of Fish
Great Mid-October Trip and Caught Lots of Fish
Great Mid-October Trip and Caught Lots of Fish
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Angler rating

166
5
0
0
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

99%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 174 reviews
Showing: 5 of 174 reviews
Luke C.
Luke C.
5.0/5

Oct 12, 2025

6 Hour Trip PM

Great Mid-October Trip and Caught Lots of Fish

VERIFIED
NEW

As our group continues to grow, we had to look at bigger boats this year. Southern Star was just what we needed, and, since we won’t outgrow their boat, we look forward to many years of fishing with them. Gavin and Andrew were fantastic, kept our boys (10, 11, and 15) on fish all day, were entertaining and enjoyable to fish with, and sent us home with a happy crew and with more fish than we have ever caught. We limited out on triggerfish and moved on to catching a mess of vermillion snapper, one big Lane snapper, and a variety of other fish. The 6 hour trip was perfect for our group, and I look forward to booking again soon. If you are in the area and want to catch some fish, give these guys a call. You won’t be disappointed.

As our group continues to grow, we had to look at bigger boats this year. Southern Star was just what we needed, and, since we...  

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 Luke C. recommends Southern Star Outfitters
 Luke C. recommends Southern Star Outfitters

Suzanne B.
Suzanne B.
5.0/5

Aug 4, 2025

6 Hour Trip AM

Fabulous trip

VERIFIED

The fishing trip was the highlight of our vacation. We took the 6hr tour leaving the marina at 6:30am. Our captian was Gavin and our crew mate was "Monkey'. He prepped all the equipment and was running around the entire time we were fishing. We caught and kept 18 Red Snapper and one Trigger fish. There were 6 adults and a 6 year old in our group. We fished on The Southern Star and I woould search for and reserve the same boat next time. Let me add, thhat there were other boats returning at the same time, one of them caught 5 keepers and the othe caught only one, yikes. I credit our catch to our captain trying different spots and both of our crewmen giving us good instructions, keeping our hooks baited and on how deep to drop our lines.

The fishing trip was the highlight of our vacation. We took the 6hr tour leaving the marina at 6:30am. Our captian was Gavin...  

 Suzanne B. recommends Southern Star Outfitters
 Suzanne B. recommends Southern Star Outfitters

Shawn B.
Shawn B.
5.0/5

Mar 26, 2025

4 Hour Trip AM

Amazing People

VERIFIED

We were a group of 7, with kids, and this crew did an amazing job. Exceeded my expectations on all accounts. Captain Bob put us on the fish and Andrew made sure we caught them. Captain Bob can park a boat on a dime, so you’ll be in good hands. None of us got sea sick, which I attribute, in part, to his skills behind the wheel. Andrew handled his job with professionalism and humor. Really enjoyed his personality. Fish was cleaned to perfection. When we come back to fish again, I won’t use anyone but these guys. Great humans. Book with confidence.

We were a group of 7, with kids, and this crew did an amazing job. Exceeded my expectations on all accounts. Captain Bob put us...  

 Shawn B. recommends Southern Star Outfitters
1 person finds this review helpful
 Shawn B. recommends Southern Star Outfitters
1 person finds this review helpful

Brandy P.
Brandy P.
5.0/5

Sep 26, 2025

4 Hour Trip PM

Best memories

VERIFIED
NEW

Boys said this was their favorite part in the trip, we stayed a week in Orange Beach. we not only caught several fish and different kinds but seen tons of dolphins. Definitely will do this again.

Boys said this was their favorite part in the trip, we stayed a week in Orange Beach. we not only caught several fish and different...  

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 Brandy P. recommends Southern Star Outfitters
1 person finds this review helpful
 Brandy P. recommends Southern Star Outfitters
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 28, 2025
thank you so very much

Ryan B.
Ryan B.
5.0/5

Jun 13, 2025

8 Hour Trip

Wonderful crew

VERIFIED

Captain Gavin and first mates Steven and Monkey were wonderful. They put us on fish and were awesome to hang out with. We got a limit of red snapper within minutes. If this was a trip where we didnt catch fish, I’d still recommend to fish with these guys any day. Can’t wait to go back.

Captain Gavin and first mates Steven and Monkey were wonderful. They put us on fish and were awesome to hang out with. We got...  

 Ryan B. recommends Southern Star Outfitters
 Ryan B. recommends Southern Star Outfitters

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 174 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (191)

Great Mid-October Trip and Caught Lots of Fish
Great Mid-October Trip and Caught Lots of Fish
Great Mid-October Trip and Caught Lots of Fish
+188

Angler rating

166
5
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

99%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 174 reviews
Showing: 5 of 174 reviews
Luke C.
Luke C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Mid-October Trip and Caught Lots of Fish

VERIFIED
NEW

6 Hour Trip PM on October 12, 2025

As our group continues to grow, we had to look at bigger boats this year. Southern Star was just what we needed, and, since we won’t outgrow their boat, we look forward to many years of fishing with them. Gavin and Andrew were fantastic, kept our boys (10, 11, and 15) on fish all day, were entertaining and enjoyable to fish with, and sent us home with a happy crew and with more fish than we have ever caught. We limited out on triggerfish and moved on to catching a mess of vermillion snapper, one big Lane snapper, and a variety of other fish. The 6 hour trip was perfect for our group, and I look forward to booking again soon. If you are in the area and want to catch some fish, give these guys a call. You won’t be disappointed.

As our group continues to grow, we had to look at bigger boats this year. Southern Star was just what we needed, and, since we won’t outgrow their boat, we look forward to many years of fishing with them. Gavin and Andrew were fantastic, kept our boys (10, 11, and 15) on fish all day, were entertaining and enjoyable to fish with, and sent us home with a happy crew and with more fish than we have ever caught. We limited out on triggerfish and moved on to catching a mess of vermillion snapper,...  

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 Luke C. recommends Southern Star Outfitters

Suzanne B.
Suzanne B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fabulous trip

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip AM on August 4, 2025

The fishing trip was the highlight of our vacation. We took the 6hr tour leaving the marina at 6:30am. Our captian was Gavin and our crew mate was "Monkey'. He prepped all the equipment and was running around the entire time we were fishing. We caught and kept 18 Red Snapper and one Trigger fish. There were 6 adults and a 6 year old in our group. We fished on The Southern Star and I woould search for and reserve the same boat next time. Let me add, thhat there were other boats returning at the same time, one of them caught 5 keepers and the othe caught only one, yikes. I credit our catch to our captain trying different spots and both of our crewmen giving us good instructions, keeping our hooks baited and on how deep to drop our lines.

The fishing trip was the highlight of our vacation. We took the 6hr tour leaving the marina at 6:30am. Our captian was Gavin and our crew mate was "Monkey'. He prepped all the equipment and was running around the entire time we were fishing. We caught and kept 18 Red Snapper and one Trigger fish. There were 6 adults and a 6 year old in our group. We fished on The Southern Star and I woould search for and reserve the same boat next time. Let me add, thhat there were other boats returning...  

 Suzanne B. recommends Southern Star Outfitters

Shawn B.
Shawn B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Amazing People

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip AM on March 26, 2025

We were a group of 7, with kids, and this crew did an amazing job. Exceeded my expectations on all accounts. Captain Bob put us on the fish and Andrew made sure we caught them. Captain Bob can park a boat on a dime, so you’ll be in good hands. None of us got sea sick, which I attribute, in part, to his skills behind the wheel. Andrew handled his job with professionalism and humor. Really enjoyed his personality. Fish was cleaned to perfection. When we come back to fish again, I won’t use anyone but these guys. Great humans. Book with confidence.

We were a group of 7, with kids, and this crew did an amazing job. Exceeded my expectations on all accounts. Captain Bob put us on the fish and Andrew made sure we caught them. Captain Bob can park a boat on a dime, so you’ll be in good hands. None of us got sea sick, which I attribute, in part, to his skills behind the wheel. Andrew handled his job with professionalism and humor. Really enjoyed his personality. Fish was cleaned to perfection. When we come back to fish again, I won’t use anyone...  

 Shawn B. recommends Southern Star Outfitters
1 person finds this review helpful

Brandy P.
Brandy P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Best memories

VERIFIED
NEW

4 Hour Trip PM on September 26, 2025

Boys said this was their favorite part in the trip, we stayed a week in Orange Beach. we not only caught several fish and different kinds but seen tons of dolphins. Definitely will do this again.

Boys said this was their favorite part in the trip, we stayed a week in Orange Beach. we not only caught several fish and different kinds but seen tons of dolphins. Definitely will do this again.  

 Brandy P. recommends Southern Star Outfitters
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 28, 2025
thank you so very much

Ryan B.
Ryan B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Wonderful crew

VERIFIED

8 Hour Trip on June 13, 2025

Captain Gavin and first mates Steven and Monkey were wonderful. They put us on fish and were awesome to hang out with. We got a limit of red snapper within minutes. If this was a trip where we didnt catch fish, I’d still recommend to fish with these guys any day. Can’t wait to go back.

Captain Gavin and first mates Steven and Monkey were wonderful. They put us on fish and were awesome to hang out with. We got a limit of red snapper within minutes. If this was a trip where we didnt catch fish, I’d still recommend to fish with these guys any day. Can’t wait to go back.  

 Ryan B. recommends Southern Star Outfitters

FAQs about Southern Star Outfitters

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
16 persons
Boat length
47 ft
Year built
1981
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Jersey
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
John Deere
Powered by
2 x 550HP
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