5.0(2 Reviews)Expert Family Inshore Fishing in Fort Morgan Waters
5.0(2 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Fourhour guided inshore charter targeting redfish and trout species.All equipment, licenses, and fish cleaning services included completely.Captain Eddie provides beginnerfriendly instruction for families.
Looking for a fishing trip that works for the whole crew? Captain Eddie's family-friendly inshore charter out of Fort Morgan delivers exactly what you need - a relaxed 4-hour adventure targeting some of Alabama's best eating fish. Whether you've got kids who've never held a rod or grandparents wanting to share their love of fishing, this trip keeps everyone engaged without the pressure of hardcore tournament fishing. You'll launch early from Fort Morgan and work the productive inshore waters where redfish and sea trout call home.
This isn't a cattle boat operation - Captain Eddie keeps it intimate with just 3 anglers max, so everyone gets plenty of attention and coaching. The early departure gives you the best fishing conditions before the water gets crowded with weekend warriors. You'll spend your morning working grass flats, oyster bars, and channel edges where these fish love to ambush baitfish. The captain provides all your tackle, fresh bait, and even handles the fishing licenses, so you can focus on learning proper techniques and actually catching fish. When you hook up, he'll be right there coaching you through the fight and making sure younger anglers don't get overwhelmed. At the end of the trip, he'll clean your catch so you can take home a fresh fish dinner.
Captain Eddie sets everyone up with medium-action spinning rods that are perfect for the size fish you'll be targeting. He'll show you how to work soft plastics like paddle tails and shrimp imitations around structure, plus when to switch to live bait when the fish get finicky. The inshore waters around Fort Morgan have plenty of variety - you might be casting to visible redfish in skinny water one minute, then working deeper grass beds for trout the next. He'll teach you to read the water, spot nervous baitfish, and feel the difference between a fish bite and bottom contact. For families with mixed skill levels, he's great at adjusting techniques so everyone stays productive, whether that means simplifying the retrieve for kids or showing experienced anglers more advanced presentations.
"Captain was great and did his best to keep us on the fish. Highly recommend. Will be booking again" - Byron
"Will definitely be calling Captain Eddie the next time we are in this area. My son grandson and I had a wonderful time. We all think this was one of the best trips ever! I cannot say enough good stuff about this trip." - Wanda
Sea Trout are the bread and butter of Fort Morgan inshore fishing, and for good reason. These spotted beauties typically run 14-20 inches in these waters, with occasional fish pushing into the gator trout category at 25+ inches. They're most active during cooler parts of the day, which is why the early departure works so well. Trout love to hang around grass beds and drop-offs where they can ambush shrimp and small baitfish. What makes them perfect for family trips is their willingness to bite and their fantastic table fare - mild, flaky white meat that even picky eaters love. They fight hard enough to be fun but won't wear out smaller anglers like some larger species might.
Redfish are the crown jewel of inshore fishing around Fort Morgan, and these copper-colored bulldogs will test your drag system. Most fish you'll encounter run 18-27 inches, perfect slot-size reds that are both legal to keep and phenomenal eating. These fish are year-round residents, but they really turn on during spring and fall when they're feeding heavily before and after spawning runs. Redfish are ambush predators that love to cruise shallow flats and oyster bars, often with their backs out of the water. When one grabs your bait, you'll know it immediately - they make powerful runs that get everyone on the boat excited. Captain Eddie knows all their favorite hangouts and can usually put you on multiple fish during a morning trip.
This top-rated family charter fills up fast, especially during prime fishing months when both species are most active. Captain Eddie's patient teaching style and focus on making sure everyone has a good time has earned him a loyal following of repeat customers. The all-inclusive approach means you don't have to worry about gear, licenses, or even cleaning your catch - just show up ready to fish and learn. With only 3 spots available per trip, you'll get personalized attention that's impossible on larger boats. Whether you're introducing kids to fishing or just want a relaxed day on the water targeting quality eating fish, this charter delivers exactly what Fort Morgan inshore fishing is all about.
Captain Eddie's 2023 Robalo 25' center console is your ticket to Fort Morgan's best inshore fishing spots. This brand-new boat cuts through the Gulf waters with its reliable 300HP Yamaha, getting you to productive redfish and sea trout grounds quickly and smoothly. The spacious layout comfortably handles your family group of three, with plenty of room to cast lines and move around safely. GPS navigation keeps us on track to prime fishing locations, while the fish finder helps locate schools hiding in the shallows. Built for inshore adventures, this boat's shallow draft lets us access those backcountry spots where the big reds like to hang out. The stable platform makes it perfect for teaching kids proper casting techniques and handling their first catch. All your gear, bait, and licenses are covered, plus Captain Eddie will clean your catch at the end of the day.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the stars of our shallow water fishing here at Fort Morgan. These copper-colored bruisers with the signature black spots near their tails average 20-30 inches and fight like freight trains. They love cruising oyster reefs, grass flats, and marsh edges in just 1-4 feet of water - sometimes so shallow their backs show above the surface. Year-round fishing is good, but fall brings the best action when they school up. What guests love most is watching these fish tail in skinny water and feeling that bulldogging fight when hooked. The meat is excellent eating with a mild, sweet flavor. They'll hit live shrimp, cut bait, or artificials like gold spoons and soft plastics. Pro tip: look for nervous water and muddy spots where they're rooting around for crabs and shrimp in the shallows.
Salmo TruttaSpotted sea trout are some of the most reliable inshore fish around Fort Morgan. These silvery beauties with their distinctive black spots typically run 14-24 inches and put up a solid fight on light tackle. You'll find them cruising grass flats, oyster bars, and drop-offs in 2-8 feet of water. They love structure and moving water, especially around dawn and dusk. Spring through fall are prime time, but they school up in deeper holes during winter months. What makes trout special is their willingness to hit both live bait and artificials - they're perfect for teaching kids since they're aggressive feeders. The meat is white, flaky, and mild - just don't overcook it. My tip: work your lure slowly along the bottom near grass edges where they ambush shrimp and small baitfish.
5.0 out of 5.0Captain was great and did his best to keep us on the fish. Highly recommend. Will be booking again
Will definitely be calling Captain Eddie the next time we are in this area. My son grandson and I had a wonderful time. We all th...
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