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Drum fishing in Alabama

Drum fishing in Alabama offers exciting action for anglers targeting both freshwater and saltwater species. From red drum along the coast to freshwater drum in rivers and lakes, alabama provides diverse fishing opportunities.

Types of Drum in Alabama

Best baits and lures for Drum in Alabama

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Black drum

Portage Creek

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Black drum

Perdido Bay

23 in · 6 lb

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Red drum

May Day Park and Pier

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Freshwater drum

Guntersville Dam (Tennessee River)

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Freshwater drum

Alabama River

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Black drum

Perdido Bay

22 in · 4 lb

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Red drum

Bon Secour River

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Red drum

Mobile Bay

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Black drum

Mobile Bay

13 in · 1 lb

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Black drum

Romar Beach

40 in · 35 lb

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Regulations for Drum in Alabama

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 April 6th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

Red drum

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

3

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

32°34′39.3″N 86°41′14″W
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