Bottomed Out Fishing Charters 

5.0/5 (38 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
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Veteran Owned
 County Road 6 4435, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, United States

Bottomed Out Fishing Charters 

Over 9 miles offshore
Gulf Shores, AL, United States
30 ft
6
5.0/5 (38 reviews)

Excited to cast a line in Gulf Shores? Make it happen with Bottomed Out Fishing Charters LLC! A veteran-owned and operated business with over 10 years of experience. With Captain Ken at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

These waters are known for Mahi Mahi, Cobia, Amberjack, Grouper, Kingfish, Red Snapper, Swordfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and more – with any luck, you'll hook into a few! During the trip, you might be light tackle fishing, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Fish caught during the trip are yours to take home, so long as they're within the legal limit. The crew can even clean your catch for you. Have a cooler ready in the car!

Your vessel for the day is a 30' Center console with room for 6 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates often work for tips, and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip. Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Children are welcome, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Don't forget to bring snacks, drinks, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with Bottomed Out Fishing Charters.

Excited to cast a line in Gulf Shores? Make it happen with Bottomed Out Fishing Charters LLC! A veteran-owned and operated business with over 10 years of experience. With Captain Ken at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

These waters are known for Mahi Mahi, Cobia, Amberjack, Grouper, Kingfish, Red Snapper, Swordfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and more – with any luck, you'll hook into a few! During the trip, you might be light tackle fishing, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Fish caught during the trip are yours to take home, so long as they're within the legal limit. The crew can even clean your catch for you. Have a cooler ready in the car!

Your vessel for the day is a 30' Center console with room for 6 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates often work for tips, and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip. Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Children are welcome, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Don't forget to bring snacks, drinks, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with Bottomed Out Fishing Charters.

Ken Tompkins
Captain
Ken Tompkins
6 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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4hr inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - May 1
Black Drum
Redfish
Pompano
Flounder
+4
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
4hr inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - Apr 7
Black Drum
Redfish
Pompano
Flounder
+4
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
4hr inshore pm
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - Apr 7
Black Drum
Redfish
Pompano
Flounder
+4
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hr Trip - offshore near shore
Just booked! Last booked: 8 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+4
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hr Trip - offshore near shore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+4
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hr Trip - Nearshore/Offshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 1
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+2
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+1
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 25
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+3
US $2,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Offshore (copy)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+3
US $2,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+5
US $2,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $3,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Jumbo Yellowfin Tuna
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Swordfish
+6
US $3,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
18 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
18 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)
Swordfish
+7
US $4,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
24 Hour Overnight
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
24 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Swordfish
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+8
US $6,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
38 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

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Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (38)

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Greg Gassenhuber
Greg Gassenhuber
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Gulf fishing experience.
4hr inshore pm on April 1, 20264 adults1 child

If you’re looking for a fishing charter that actually delivers results, Bottomed Out Charters with Captain Ken is the one to book. While other boats were coming back empty-handed, Captain Ken consistently put us on fish—it was clear he knew exactly what he was doing. What really stood out, beyond the great catch, was Captain Ken himself. He’s an incredibly nice, down-to-earth guy who makes the whole experience enjoyable from start to finish. His extensive knowledge of fishing is obvious in the way he reads the water, adjusts tactics, and helps everyone on board feel confident and involved. Whether you’re experienced or brand new to fishing, you’ll appreciate his patience and expertise. It’s not just about catching fish—it’s about having a great time doing it, and Captain Ken absolutely delivers on both. Highly recommend Bottomed Out Charters if you want a successful and enjoyable day on the water.

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Sheepshead
Ken Tompkins
Response from Captain

Greg thankyou for fishing with us. I really appreciate your buisness and hope to have yal on board again.

Destiny Wolfe
Destiny Wolfe
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Fantastic Experience
4hr inshore on March 29, 20264 adults1 child

We had an absolutely amazing experience on our fishing charter out of Gulf Shores! From the moment we left the dock, you could tell our captain really knew his stuff—super knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole trip feel effortless and fun. He put us right on the fish, and we were catching in no time! Whether you’re experienced or brand new, he makes sure everyone is comfortable, confident, and having a great time. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and everything was handled professionally. What really stood out was how much the captain genuinely cared about making sure we had the best experience possible. It never felt rushed, and he was patient, helpful, and full of great tips. Hands down one of the best experiences we’ve had in Gulf Shores—we’ll 100% be booking again. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun, successful day on the water! 🎣

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Redfish
Ken Tompkins
Response from Captain

Thankyou for the kind reviews. Really enjoyed having yal aboard.

Charles Frank
Charles Frank
us
Guntersville, AL, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great first trip!
6 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 25, 20265 adults

Our family's first offshore fishing trip. The weather forecast kept changing before our trip and Capt Ken communicated with us very well about the situation. We went out as scheduled and had a great 6hr trip. At the first stop we started catching red snapper right away. we caught our limit in a few stops and in time. Boat was 30 ft , fast and stable. Capt was attentive and very helpful to all of us.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Eric Overhage
Eric Overhage
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Great Trip despite rougher than normal conditions
6 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 21, 20265 adults

Storms and rough seas postponed out trip to the next day. Ken met us next day and was very open about still being rough and provided options if we wanted but we continued. Ken and Jay were exceptionally attentive to our needs and dedicated to get us on fish which they did! Will definitely be back to fish with them again!

Michael Mullins
Michael Mullins
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Rip some lips with Captain Ken!
4 Hr Trip - offshore near shore on March 31, 20263 adults1 child

We had a fantastic time with Captain Ken and Captain Jay! We had fish hitting the second we put hooks in the water. They took us out to a great spot and they showed a bunch of first-timers how to catch fish. i highly recommend these guys. He reached out to us and kept contact with us in the days leading up to our trip. They made it easy and fun. We can't thank them enough for a great trip.

Reported catch:
Sheepshead
Ken Tompkins
Response from Captain

Thankyou for the great review. We enjoyed having yal aboard.

FAQs about Bottomed Out Fishing Charters

Bottomed Out Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4hr inshore (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4hr inshore (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4hr inshore pm (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 4 Hr Trip - Nearshore/Offshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 4 Hr Trip - offshore near shore (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 4 Hr Trip - offshore near shore (4 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore (copy) (8 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Offshore (10 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)
  • US $3,200 per group - Jumbo Yellowfin Tuna (12 hours)
  • US $4,500 per group - 18 Hour Trip (18 hours)
  • US $6,000 per group - 24 Hour Overnight (24 hours)
When you book a trip with Bottomed Out Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Inside console toilet.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Bottomed Out Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No charge for fish cleaning. 100 percent free)
  • First mate
  • Fishing license (You don't need a fishing license to fish with me. )
Bottomed Out Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (100 plus on tuna trips. 20 miles for snapper and most other species of bottom fish. 50 plus to catch grouper tile tuna wahoo swordfish )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Bottomed Out Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Spearfishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Bottomed Out Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • Grouper (Snowy)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Ken Tompkins
Ken Tompkins
Ken Tompkins

Gulf Shores, Alabama, United States

13 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
38 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2023

Hey there! I'm a disabled US Army veteran with over 10 years of experience fishing the Gulf. You know what brings me true joy? Seeing people reel in those fish and sharing my knowledge about the stunning waters of the Gulf of Mexico. When I see those happy, smiling faces, it makes everything worth it. I take immense pleasure in teaching others about the wonders of these waters and helping them have a fantastic time. It's a true delight for me to witness the excitement of someone catching a fish and creating special memories. That's what it's all about!

Our Team
Jay K.

Jay K.

First mate

Ken T.

Ken T.

Captain

13 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
38 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2023

Hey there! I'm a disabled US Army veteran with over 10 years of experience fishing the Gulf. You know what brings me true joy? Seeing people reel in those fish and sharing my knowledge about the stunning waters of the Gulf of Mexico. When I see those happy, smiling faces, it makes everything worth it. I take immense pleasure in teaching others about the wonders of these waters and helping them have a fantastic time. It's a true delight for me to witness the excitement of someone catching a fish and creating special memories. That's what it's all about!

Our Team
Jay K.

Jay K.

First mate

Ken T.

Ken T.

Captain

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Snowy Grouper
Snowy Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Swordfish
Swordfish
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
NauticStar
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
100 plus on tuna trips. 20 miles for snapper and most other species of bottom fish. 50 plus to catch grouper tile tuna wahoo swordfish
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Inside console toilet.
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No charge for fish cleaning. 100 percent free
First mate
Fishing license
You don't need a fishing license to fish with me.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
'''''''''''''''''''''''''At Bottomed Out Fishing Charters, we love having kids on board for multiple reasons: the smiles, the laughs, and the excitement of possibly catching the fish of a lifetime!' Let me know if that works for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Gulf Shores right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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