Quick Cast Afternoon Fishing in Fort Morgan
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Threehour afternoon inshore fishing charter for up to three guestsTarget redfish, speckled trout, mackerel, and sheepshead around Fort MorganAll fishing gear, licenses, and bait included with expert guidance
Looking for a solid afternoon on the water without committing to a full day? This 3-hour guided fishing trip around Fort Morgan hits the sweet spot for anglers who want quality fishing time plus a taste of Gulf Coast sightseeing. You'll work the productive waters around Fort Morgan, Dauphin Island, and spots like the Dixie Bar while targeting some of the area's most reliable species. With Fishin Four Kings Charters & Tours, you get a captain who knows these waters inside and out, plus all the gear and licenses you need. Whether you're a weekend warrior or just getting your feet wet, this trip delivers the goods without eating up your whole day.
This trip runs in the prime afternoon hours when the fish are active and the crowds have thinned out. Your captain will read the conditions and adjust the game plan accordingly - maybe hitting the grass flats for redfish, working structure for sheepshead, or finding bait schools where the mackerel are feeding. The boat maxes out at 3 guests, so you're not fighting for rod space or competing for the captain's attention. You'll cover water efficiently, moving between productive spots based on what's biting. The Historic Lighthouse and other coastal landmarks make for great photo ops between fish, and your guide will share local knowledge about the area's history and marine life. This isn't a high-pressure tournament situation - it's about enjoying good fishing in beautiful waters with professional guidance.
All your tackle comes provided, from light spinning gear for trout to heavier setups for kings when they're running. Your captain will rig you up based on target species and conditions - maybe live shrimp under popping corks for redfish, cut bait on the bottom for sheepshead, or small jigs and spoons for mackerel. The boat carries a full spread of baits including live and cut options, so you're covered whether the fish want something moving or sitting still. Techniques range from sight fishing in shallow water to bottom fishing around structure, with some trolling mixed in when conditions are right. The captain handles navigation and fish finding while coaching you through presentations and hooksets. Everything's set up for success, whether you've been fishing these waters for years or you're picking up a rod for the first time.
Spanish Mackerel are absolute blast to catch on light tackle, and they're abundant in these waters from spring through fall. These silver bullets hit fast and fight hard, often jumping clear of the water when hooked. They school up around bait fish and structure, making them fairly predictable targets. Most run 1-3 pounds, perfect size for great action without wearing you out. They're also excellent table fare when handled properly.
Sheepshead are the area's premier bottom dwellers, hanging around any structure they can find - docks, pilings, rocks, you name it. These black-and-white striped fish have serious attitude and even more serious teeth, capable of crushing crabs and barnacles with ease. They're notorious bait thieves, requiring quick hooksets and steady pressure once hooked. Most sheepshead here run 2-5 pounds, with occasional larger specimens. They're considered some of the best eating fish in the Gulf.
King Mackerel show up when conditions align, usually in deeper water or around bait schools. These are serious gamefish, capable of blazing runs and aerial displays that'll test your skills and equipment. Kings can range from schoolie-size teens to monsters pushing 30+ pounds. They're seasonal visitors but when they're around, they provide some of the most exciting fishing the Gulf has to offer.
Sea Trout are the bread and butter of inshore fishing here, found over grass beds and sandy bottoms throughout the year. Speckled trout are beautiful fish with distinctive spots and a delicate mouth that requires finesse. They're structure-oriented but roam widely to feed, making them consistent targets for anglers who know their habits. Most run 1-3 pounds with occasional larger specimens during cooler months.
Redfish are the crown jewel of inshore fishing, bronze-colored bruisers that fight like freight trains and never give up. These copper-sided beauties cruise shallow flats, oyster bars, and marsh edges, often in sight-fishing situations that get your heart pumping. Reds are year-round residents that eat a variety of baits and fight harder than fish twice their size. Most slot fish run 18-27 inches, perfect for photos and dinner.
This afternoon trip gives you the best of Fort Morgan fishing without the full-day commitment. You get professional guidance, quality gear, and access to productive waters that locals have fished for generations. The 3-hour window lets you experience different fishing styles and target multiple species while leaving time for other vacation activities. With only 3 spots available per trip, this fills up quickly during peak season. Your captain's local knowledge and flexible approach mean you'll make the most of whatever conditions Mother Nature serves up. Book now to secure your preferred date and get ready for some quality time on Alabama's premier inshore waters.
Your fishing platform for this Gulf Coast adventure is a reliable 2008 Century 2200 cabin cruiser that knows these Alabama waters well. This 22-foot walkaround gives you easy movement around the deck when battling those hard-fighting sheepshead or chasing schooling mackerel. The 200HP Yamaha gets you to the hotspots around Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island without burning daylight, cruising comfortably at 25 knots. The fish finder helps locate structure where the good fish hang out, while the GPS keeps you on productive spots. A wireless trolling motor lets you work the shallows quietly when targeting redfish and speckled trout. The icebox keeps your catch fresh and drinks cold during the Alabama heat. With room for up to 3 anglers plus your guide, there's plenty of space to cast without tangling lines, plus an onboard head for convenience during longer fights.
Scomberomorus CavallaKings are the big boys of the mackerel family, averaging 30 pounds but capable of hitting 90+. These olive-backed speedsters cruise depths from 40-150 feet, hunting blue runners, menhaden, and squid. They're pure adrenaline on the line - fast as wahoo and twice as mean. Guests love the screaming runs and aerial shows they put on. The gray meat has high fat content and smokes beautifully, though it's high in mercury so kids and pregnant women should avoid it. Best action is spring through fall when baitfish are thick. Pro tip: rig two hooks on wire leader - one in the bait's nose, one trailing behind. Kings often hit the tail end of live bait, so that stinger hook saves the day.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the stars of shallow water fishing here. These copper-colored drums with the distinctive black eyespot run 28-33 inches on average, though bull reds can hit 50 pounds. They love 1-4 feet of water around oyster bars, grass flats, and marsh edges - sometimes so shallow their backs show above water. What makes them special is that powerful fight and the way they'll eat almost anything. The meat is firm with a mild, sweet flavor that's perfect grilled. Year-round fishing, but fall brings the big schools. Here's my secret: look for nervous water and mullet jumping - that's usually reds feeding underneath. Cast past the disturbance and work your lure back through it slowly.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout are the bread and butter of Gulf Coast fishing. These spotted beauties average 14-24 inches and love grass flats in 2-6 feet of water. They're most active at dawn, dusk, and night when they cruise shallow hunting shrimp and baitfish. What guests appreciate is their willingness to bite and the light tackle fight they provide. The white meat is tender and flaky - just don't overcook it or it gets mushy. Spring and fall are prime time, but summer nights can be magic. Winter pushes them to deeper channels. My go-to trick: work topwater plugs over grass beds at first light. That explosive strike when a trout hammers a surface lure never gets old, and the sound will wake up the whole bay.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are those gray fish with black prison stripes that hang around any structure they can find - docks, bridges, pilings, you name it. They run 1-8 pounds typically, with the occasional 20-pounder if you're lucky. What makes them tricky is those human-like teeth they use to crush barnacles and crabs. Guests enjoy the challenge because they're notorious bait thieves and require patience. The payoff is worth it though - white, flaky meat that's outstanding table fare. Best fishing is early spring when they spawn around structures. Here's the key: get your bait tight to the pilings and keep it pinned on the hook firmly. The moment you feel that subtle nibble, set hard - they'll steal your shrimp otherwise.
Scomberomorus MaculatusSpanish Mackerel are fast, silvery fish that run 1-2 feet long and 8-11 pounds on average. You'll spot them in schools near the surface, especially around structures and open flats during warmer months. They're carnivores that chase baitfish aggressively, making them fun on light tackle. What guests love most is their speed - they're some of the fastest swimmers in the Gulf and put up a solid fight when hooked. The meat is excellent eating too, with a mild flavor that grills or fries beautifully. My tip: when you see birds working over a school, get there fast but don't motor right through them. Drift to the edge and cast spoons or small jigs - they'll hit hard and often double up on lines.
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