What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama for the first time?
Answers by verified FishingBooker anglers who went fishing in Gulf Shores
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Robert Bartsch
Robertsdale, Alabama
We booked two trips. The first was cancelled by the Captain for bad weather. The weather was great but the Captain was a complete jerk. I have saved all of the nasty emails with this captain. Unfortunately, there is no way to leave a warning "review" for other anglers to avoid this situation on FishingBooker.
The other trip was fantastic and we caught our limit in two hours. We left this captain a glowing review on FishBooker. Would I use Fishbooker again knowing that poor reviews from cancelations? No.

Mack Hall
Loxley, Alabama
First would be book Capt Brad, Nauti Fish Co. I would recommend checking what fish are in season. I also would recommend looking into state waters vs federal waters. I messed up and looked at seasons wrong or something i also was totally ignorant to all the regulations on state waters and federal waters. Brad thoroughly explained all this but i wish i had known all this before planning a vacation. I most likely would have came a week later or maybe even 6 weeks later.

Mindy Cornwell
Chicago, IL
We were hoping to bring back some fish to freeze. We caught all red snapper which you are not allowed to keep because it is out of season for it. We only caught one fish to keep. Not our guides fault by any means but it was a huge disappointment.

Nancy Chapman
Idabel, OK
Do not eat a big meal before you go & dont be drinking the night before if you expect to be able to stay the whole time my husband & son eat a honey bun & I eat a half of a brownie & be sure to take dramamine the night before & the day of ur trip...

John Brooks
Marshfield, MO
If your wife wants to take all the kids to the beach. Agree, under the condition that you get to charter a fishing trip. Gulf Shores is very family friendly and renting a condo with a family friend or sibling is a great way to go.

Eric Vechera
Goshen, IN
Dress for the weather. Waters may be rough so if you're prone to getting sick, take something prior.

Star Brooks
Tahlequah, OK
As soon as you know you are heading to Gulf Shores, book with Stressed Out Charters.

Jason Coker
Clinton, MS
Between the six of us, we caught 15 Sheepshead at the bridge in the middle of March. They were fun to fight and tasted great grilled and fried.

Michael Abston
Mobile, AL
Make sure you check the weather and check with someone with experience who knows when the fish ? comes in because the weather will trick them into staying out…

Tammy Chance
Foley, Alabama
Don't wait! Book a charter! We had a blast as first timers and plan to do it again. Look up Richochet Charter with Captain Jay Andrews.

Garry Slaughter
Mount Washington, KY
Enjoy the sights and appreciate the memories you will make together..ain't all about the big fish but they are fun to catch..

Zack Nichols
Cedartown, GA
Get a Charter that has a good rating with good equipment and that has success catching the fish you want to go after.

Michael Cowperthwait
Madison, AL
Be open and transparent with the crew about it—I let my crew know ahead of time that my 3 sons had never been offshore fishing before and they handled them expertly and with patience.

Anthony Paveglio
Sterling Heights, MI
Go with these great guys Captain Scott and Tim. You’ll get fish and have a great time.

Bob Holder
St. Louis, MO
This is a great way to todo it. Although not every trip on your own will be as productive.

Troy Green
Etterville, MO
Check to see what fish are biting when you book. We caught a mess of White Trout on Nov. 10

Robbie Barnes
Frankfort, KY
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Went fishing with Hookmaster Charters on October 12, 2021
Went fishing with Hookmaster Charters on October 12, 2021
Bring lots of sunblock and wear SPF clothing the sun is very strong for this time of year.

Jennifer Williams
Nixa, MO
We were first time fishermen. This was an awesome adventure. I recommend trying it everyone.

Cory Garrison
Rowlett, TX
Find a great Captain like we did. Conditions change and they know everything about these waters.

Joey Phillips
Manchester, TN
Yes Off The Hook Charter did a great job putting us on fish during our trip in the Gulf in July.

Charles ( Trey ) Pender
Bedford, KY
Be specific on what you want to fish for and schedule your charter appropriately!

Dustin Alsey
Lanesville, IN
The Snapper were smaller than they would have been a month earlier, but thy were biting. Great experience overall.

Anthony Arevalo
Gulf Shores, AL
Summer fishing anywhere can be a grind but with such beautiful water and scenery it makes it tolerable.

Chris Auston
Winder, Georgia
Be prepared for some rough water. Summertime storms can pop up quickly. Expect to get wet. Pay attention to directions from the captain and the fish are a lot stronger than you might think.

John Eivins
Panora, IA
Find your own charter by word of mouth. Most people in the area know the charters and will recommend someone that will actually take you out to catch some fish.

Lee Frederick
Orange Beach, AL
Take the dramamine. It was calm out there but we still bumped up and down a good bit. Dramamine is your friend

Bill Westfall
Tylertown, MS
If you are going to do inshore fishing do your best to not pick a windy day if possible. The churned up water impacts water clarity and your fishing.

Walter Pruitt
Mandeville, LA
Todd Brice was great taking us out to fish .we enjoyed our trip we released the fish we caught .he was very nice and helpful. I well definitely book with him again.

Gregg Gills
La Marque, TX
Chastain Ron put us on the fish all day had a blast even hooked up on a couple that were so big that they broke the line and bent the hook out. Caught our limit on big Spanish Macs and a few red fish

Patrick Kelly
Battle Creek, MI
Sheepshead were spawning and in abundant supply. Reds were also uncharacteristically schooled up and easy to catch. Plenty of action.