Gulf Shores, AL Fishing Trip — April
Your Gulf Shores, AL Fishing Trip
April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 76°F / Low 65°F2.4" rain · 4 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in April
8 species
ExcellentSpotted Seatrout
Various
ExcellentFlounder
Various
ExcellentRed Snapper
Various
GoodKing Mackerel
Various
GoodRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
GoodGrouper
Various
GoodCobia
Various
GoodBlack Drum
Various
April Weather in Gulf Shores
76°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
2.4"
Rainfall
4
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
25 Guides Matched
Prepare for Your Trip
Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
For Your Target Species
For Inshore Fishing
For the Season
What to Bring
Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:
Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
Snacks or lunch
Cooler for your catch
Motion sickness medication (if needed)
Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
Things to Do in Gulf Shores
Activities for your non-fishing days
What's Biting By Month
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Alabama Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$13.10
Non-Resident$51.80
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.
Species Regulations
Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per person per day
Size Limit:15-22 inch total length
Only one spotted seatrout over 22 inches may be possessed per person.
Flounder
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum total length
Red Snapper
Season:Varies annually; check current regulations
Bag Limit:2 per person per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum total length
Season dates and bag limits are subject to change based on federal regulations and quota monitoring. Check current regulations before fishing.
King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum fork length
Possession limit is the same as the daily bag limit.