What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama for the first time?

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Brian Dearing
Hazel Dell, IL
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Went fishing with Capt. Lynn's – Gulf Shores on June 6, 2022
Figure out what you want to target. Get the charter going after that species …… and let the Captains take over. Both my charters this week got right on the fish we were going after and got our limits.

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Mindy Cornwell
Chicago, IL
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Went fishing with Capt. Lynn's – Gulf Shores on August 3, 2020
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.

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Nancy Chapman
Idabel, OK
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Went fishing with Sunrise Charters - Fort Morgan on June 22, 2019
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...

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John Brooks
Marshfield, MO
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Went fishing with Sunrise Charters - Fort Morgan on May 13, 2019
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.

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Jim Ablin
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Went fishing with Fish On Charters on June 24, 2025
This is our 4th year in a row deep sea fishing here and it’s always been a blast. I highly recommend doing it

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Charles Crowder
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Went fishing with Nauti-Nurse Sportfishing on June 18, 2025
Deep sea fishing may not be the best choice for children not accustomed to the motion of the sea. Inshore would be best.

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Todd Case
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Went fishing with Mobile Bay Charters - Gulf Shores on June 16, 2025
A fishing style long sleeve shirt with a hoodie, sunglasses, hat, hand towel to wipe off fish slime, sunscreen and plenty of water, Gatorade and a few snacks. Dress appropriately.

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Jason Bourassa
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Went fishing with Stressed Out Charters 2 on June 11, 2025
Pick a great charter company. Stressed Out Charters is a great choice. Book Earlier in the week and be mindful of the weather.

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Hayley Johnson
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Went fishing with Bama Bandit Sport Fishing on May 26, 2025
If it's a charter let them know what you're after and they'll do their best to get you to the right area. But remember it's still fishing and you can't make fish do what you want.

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David Wallace
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Went fishing with Off The Hook Charters – Captain Perry on May 27, 2025
Captain Perry was great with a couple of obvious greenhorn fishermen. Really talked through the process and what works best with the fish we were chasing.

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William Quesenberry
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Went fishing with Due South Fishing ll Gulf Shores on May 9, 2025
Fantastic!! Stays on fish but will pick up come the end of the month the and into June but appreciate there are fish still to catch and easy bookings!

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Ryan Hartwick
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Went fishing with Bama Bandit Sport Fishing on July 2, 2025
Winds were pretty high when we went but the in shore fishing, kept us from getting sea legs.

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Matt Tietz
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Went fishing with Sunrise Charters - Gulf Shores on June 23, 2025
Bring small cooler on charter boat. Book early morning or evening when more fish are biting

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Michelle Kohlhorst
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Went fishing with Murco Charters – Captain Cade on June 22, 2025
Sunscreen ~~ its a must. And TIP YOUR CAPTAIN and CREW. This is how they make a living.

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Richard Dodick
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Went fishing with Due South Fishing ll Gulf Shores on June 12, 2025
Be aware of the weather conditions, winds, and tides. No guarantees with fishing.

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Philip Rader
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Went fishing with 6deep Charter Fishing on June 10, 2025
Be mindful this is an offshore trip and motion sickness is a real thing. Anti nausea meds help!

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Justen Pierce
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Went fishing with Sunrise Charters - Gulf Shores on June 5, 2025
We caught more because the captain knows the water well enough to keep you on fish!

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Ed Bovier
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Went fishing with Another Fish Charters – Gulf Shores on May 29, 2025
Make sure you have great captain (like Captain Ronnie) who knows where the fish are biting.

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Ron Ford
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Went fishing with Trick'em Charters 2 on April 9, 2025
Wait a bit longer in the year for other species to come into season , weather was awesome not to hot slight breeze just beautiful

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Donald Plonka
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Went fishing with Murco Charters – Captain Cade on March 25, 2025
Check the map to the marina more carefully than I did, don’t drive down the wrong peninsula and have to go back into town (like me)!

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Allen Strunk
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Went fishing with Another Fish Charters – Gulf Shores on March 26, 2025
Relax and enjoy the experience no matter how many fish you catch. It is a great time and Captain Ron goes out of his way to show you a good time.

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Kimberley Forney
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Went fishing with Due South Fishing ll Gulf Shores on March 23, 2025
Dress appropriately for the season. (About 20 degrees cooler than the predicted forecast). It was also windy. You can shed layers. Captain Randy Reese was a phenomenal guide.

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Rachel Adams
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Went fishing with Trick'Em Charters on March 21, 2025
It’s really windy and a bit cold. Be sure to wear a windbreaker and pants. Something that can get wet. However, the trip was still enjoyable.

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Drew Penningroth
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Went fishing with Trick'Em Charters on March 19, 2025
Book a charter, gives you time to get experience with a local and usually gets you lots of fish in my experience.

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Jennifer Smith
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Went fishing with Stressed Out Charters 2 on March 19, 2025
Contact Scott Luster at Stressed Out Charters. He will set you up, work with you and take you to the best spots.

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Kristen Dudley
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Went fishing with Stressed Out Charters 2 on February 16, 2025
February is not prime fishing season. Wait for warmer weather! We didn't know this prior to traveling but will be back to try again during a warmer season.

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Alan Glass
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Went fishing with Addicted 2 Fishing Charters on December 22, 2024
We weren't sure what to expect for December weather. It was chilly so we'll wait for warmer weather next time.

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EDWARD Waller
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Went fishing with Bama Bandit Sport Fishing on October 19, 2024
Understand that fishing in October is still within Hurricane season and conditions is always changing

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Steve Walmsley
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Went fishing with Off The Hook Charters – Captain Perry on October 12, 2024
Splurge for the red snapper fishing trip. We had a blast on the sunset fishing trip. Caught lots of fish, plan on coming back to do the same thing next year.

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Kevin Conger
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Went fishing with Stressed Out Charters 2 on October 10, 2024
Go out on a charter if you don't want to be on a crowded party boat. It is a great time if you Jane the time.