🐟 What fish can you catch in Gulf Shores?

Most commonly caught species around Gulf Shores , AL : Red drum - 3,226 reported catches Largemouth bass - 2,296 reported catches Spotted seatrout - 1,589 reported catches Northern red snapper - 1,112 reported catches Black drum - 1,096 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Gulf Shores fishing reports?

The latest Gulf Shores , AL fishing reports are: @fishingtimmy reported a nice Atlantic croaker at Mobile Bay . @bentley-frazier reported a nice Grey triggerfish at Fort Pickens . @evan-be-fishin-fr reported a nice Ladyfish at Perdido Pass . @brysonparker4631 reported a nice Hardhead sea catfish at Orange Beach . @Kodiskiuser reported a nice Blue land crab at Bayou Grande . .

Fishing in Gulf Shores, AL

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Gulf Shores, Alabama?

Anglers in Gulf Shores , AL recommend these top fishing spots: Mobile Bay , Escambia County Coast , Gulf State Park Pier , Cotton Bayou , Perdido Pass .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Gulf Shores?

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Alabama, United States

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Top fish species in Gulf Shores

Latest Gulf Shores fishing reports

Atlantic croaker

Mobile Bay

8 in · 1 lb

Grey triggerfish

Fort Pickens

length · weight

Ladyfish

Perdido Pass

length · weight

Hardhead sea catfish

Orange Beach

length · weight

Blue land crab

Bayou Grande

length · weight

Northern stargazer

Little Lagoon

length · weight

Black drum

Perdido Bay

16 in · 2 lb

Red drum

length · weight

Spotted seatrout

Pelican Bay

length · weight

Hardhead sea catfish

Bayou Chico

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Gulf Shores

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Alabama can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Red drum as of June 2nd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Red drum

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Min size

16"

Max size

26"

Measurement

Total Length

Harvest in federal waters prohibited.

Very Good

Channel Bass, Redfish, Sciaenops ocellatus, Spottail Bass

Regulations for

30°16′33.2″N 87°42′4.7″W

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FAQ about Gulf Shores fishing

Anglers in Gulf Shores, AL recommend these top fishing spots: Mobile Bay, Escambia County Coast, Gulf State Park Pier, Cotton Bayou, and Perdido Pass.

Most commonly caught species around Gulf Shores, AL:

Red drum - 3,226 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 2,296 reported catches
Spotted seatrout - 1,589 reported catches
Northern red snapper - 1,112 reported catches
Black drum - 1,096 reported catches

The latest Gulf Shores, AL fishing reports are:

@fishingtimmy reported a nice Atlantic croaker at Mobile Bay.
@bentley-frazier reported a nice Grey triggerfish at Fort Pickens.
@evan-be-fishin-fr reported a nice Ladyfish at Perdido Pass.
@brysonparker4631 reported a nice Hardhead sea catfish at Orange Beach.
@Kodiskiuser reported a nice Blue land crab at Bayou Grande.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Gulf Shores, AL. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: