5.0(2 Reviews)Premium 2 Hour Multi Species Inshore Fishing Adventure
5.0(2 reviews)
Shared Trip
Inshore Fishing
Twohour inshore charter targeting redfish, snapper, and troutAll fishing gear, live bait, and professional mate includedExplores productive waters between Bon Secour and Orange Beach
Ready to get your line wet in some of Alabama's most productive inshore waters? Captain Kevin's 2-hour charter puts you right in the sweet spot where Bon Secour, Mobile Bay, and Orange Beach Pass converge. This isn't your typical tourist trap – we're talking about a serious fishing operation that knows exactly where the fish are holding. You'll be working live bait in waters that consistently produce keeper-sized Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Spotted Seatrout, and even the occasional Blacktip Shark. With all gear provided and a professional mate on deck to keep you in the fish, this shared charter delivers maximum action in a compact timeframe.
Captain Kevin reads the water like a book, adjusting your fishing grounds based on tides, weather, and recent fish activity. Some days you'll head toward Dauphin Island's grass flats where redfish cruise the shallows, other trips might take you to the structure-rich areas near Bay La Launch where snapper stack up. The beauty of this half-day trip is the flexibility – you're not locked into one fishing style or location. The boat comes rigged with quality rods and reels matched to the target species, and the live bait setup means you're fishing with what these Gulf Coast gamefish actually want to eat. Your professional mate handles the net, keeps your bait fresh, and makes sure you're following all the seasonal regulations without you having to worry about the details.
This inshore charter runs on proven Gulf Coast techniques that have been putting fish in the boat for decades. You'll be working live bait under popping corks for trout in the grass beds, free-lining shrimp along structure for snapper, and sight-casting to tailing redfish when conditions are right. The tackle is matched perfectly to each situation – medium-action spinning gear for trout, slightly heavier setups for the reds and snapper. Circle hooks are the standard here, which means better hookup ratios and easier releases when needed. The boat's shallow draft lets Captain Kevin get into those productive backcountry spots where the big charter boats can't follow, giving you access to less pressured fish. Live bait is kept in aerated wells, and the mate knows exactly how to present each bait species for maximum effectiveness.
"Captain Kevin and Joe run a first class operation! Professional from start to finish. Highly recommend." - James
"The captain took us to the exact spots to catch the fish we wanted. The deck was spot on with bait and fish. Caught a lot and ate a lot. We definitely would recommend them and book with them again." - Dusty
Spanish Mackerel are the speed demons of this fishery, hitting fast-trolled spoons and live bait with aggressive strikes that'll wake you up in a hurry. These chrome rockets typically run 1-3 pounds and are most active during the warmer months when they school up near the passes. They're perfect for getting kids and new anglers hooked on fishing since they bite consistently and fight hard for their size. The meat is excellent when prepared fresh, with a rich flavor that's perfect for the grill.
Grey Snapper, also known as Mangrove Snapper, are the thinking angler's fish around these parts. They're structure-oriented and can be finicky, but Captain Kevin knows exactly how to present bait to trigger strikes from these crafty fish. Most of the keepers run 12-16 inches, and they're absolutely fantastic on the table. These snapper are year-round residents, but summer months produce the most consistent action as they move into shallower water to feed.
Black Drum are the bulldogs of the inshore flats, often weighing 5-15 pounds and providing serious pulling power on medium tackle. They're bottom feeders with excellent noses for fresh shrimp and crab, and once hooked, they'll test your drag system with powerful runs toward structure. Spring and fall are prime time for black drum, and the 16-27 inch slot fish make excellent table fare with firm, white meat.
Sea Trout, specifically Spotted Seatrout, are the bread and butter of Gulf Coast inshore fishing. These speckled beauties love grass flats and drop-offs, and they'll hit both live bait and artificials with equal enthusiasm. The 15-20 inch fish are most common, though larger "gator trout" over 25 inches show up regularly in cooler months. They're relatively easy to catch once you locate a school, making them perfect for building confidence and keeping the action steady.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Alabama inshore fishing, and these copper-colored fighters are what most anglers dream about when they book a Gulf Coast charter. The slot-sized fish (16-26 inches) are incredibly strong, often making multiple runs and using their broad tails to generate serious pulling power. Redfish are year-round residents, but fall months produce the largest schools as they stage for their spawning runs. They're sight-fishing targets in shallow water, and watching a big red crash your bait in two feet of water is about as exciting as inshore fishing gets.
This 2-hour charter maximizes your fishing time without eating up your entire day, making it perfect for families, first-time visitors, or experienced anglers who want to sample Gulf Shores' best inshore action. Captain Kevin's local knowledge and the mate's attention to detail mean you'll spend more time fighting fish and less time wondering if you're doing it right. The shared charter format keeps costs reasonable while maintaining the quality experience that keeps customers coming back season after season. Don't forget your non-spray sunblock and polarized sunglasses – the
Step aboard our 24' Kenner center console and get ready to chase redfish, snapper, and trout through Gulf Shores' prime inshore waters. This fishing machine packs a 225HP Mercury engine that'll get you to the hotspots fast, while the wireless trolling motor keeps things quiet when you're sneaking up on those spooky reds in shallow water. Captain Kevin knows these waters like the back of his hand, working everything from Bon Secour to Mobile Bay depending on what the tide and fish are doing. The boat's loaded with GPS and fish finder tech to keep you on the fish, plus radar for when the afternoon storms roll in. With all rods, reels, and live bait included, you just need to show up ready to fish. The first mate handles the nets and keeps your lines untangled so you can focus on fighting fish. Whether we're sight fishing for redfish or dropping bottom rigs for snapper, this boat handles the inshore game perfectly.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the heavyweights of our inshore waters, typically running 5-30 pounds with some monsters pushing 50 plus. These dark, powerful fish love shallow oyster beds and muddy flats where they crush crabs and shellfish with their strong jaws. Spring is prime time when they school up for spawning - that's when you'll hear them "drumming" underwater. What makes them special is the fight they put up; they're bulldogs that will test your drag. The smaller ones under 15 pounds are great eating, but the big ones get tough. They're bottom feeders, so fresh crab or cut bait on the bottom works best. My go-to trick: look for them tailing in super shallow water on warm days. When you see those black backs, drop your bait right in front of them.
Lutjanus GriseusGrey Snapper, or Mangrove Snapper as most folks call them, are smart fish that hang around docks, oyster bars, and any structure they can find. These copper-colored fish usually run 10-14 inches and 1-2 pounds in our inshore waters, though deeper spots can hold bigger ones. They're active year-round but really turn on during warmer months. What guests love about mangroves is they're excellent table fare - white, flaky meat that tastes great any way you cook it. They're also tricky to catch, which makes landing one satisfying. These fish are opportunistic feeders but can be picky. Here's the key: use live shrimp hooked through the tail, let it sink to the bottom, then lift it just off the structure. Keep it still - too much movement spooks them off.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the stars of our inshore waters, easily recognized by their copper-bronze color and distinctive black spots near the tail. These bruisers typically run 18-30 inches and 3-15 pounds around here. They love super shallow water - sometimes so shallow their backs stick out - around oyster bars, grass flats, and marsh edges. Year-round fishing is good, but fall is prime when they school up. What guests love most is the fight - redfish are powerful bulldogs that make long runs and test your equipment. They're also great eating when kept in the slot. They'll eat almost anything, but live shrimp and cut bait work best. Here's my local tip: look for them tailing or pushing wakes in skinny water during moving tides. Cast ahead of them and let your bait settle naturally.
Salmo TruttaSpotted Seatrout are one of our most reliable inshore targets, with their silvery sides covered in black spots. Most run 14-18 inches and 1-3 pounds, perfect for the dinner table. They love grass flats, sandy bottoms, and drop-offs throughout our bay system. Cool weather months are prime time when they school up in deeper holes, but you can catch them year-round. What makes trout fishing fun is their willingness to hit both live bait and artificials - shrimp, topwater plugs, soft plastics all work. They're also excellent eating with tender, white meat that's hard to beat fried. The trick with trout is fishing early morning or late evening when they're most active. Work your bait slow over the grass beds, and listen for them popping shrimp on the surface.
Scomberomorus MaculatusSpanish Mackerel are sleek, fast swimmers that run in large schools along our Gulf waters. These silver fish with yellow spots typically weigh 1-3 pounds and stretch 14-20 inches, though bigger ones show up. They cruise near the surface around structure and grass flats, making them perfect targets on our inshore trips. Best fishing happens spring through fall when water temps warm up. What makes them special is their aggressive strikes - they'll slam spoons, jigs, and live bait with serious attitude. Plus, they're some of the best eating fish you'll catch, with mild, flaky meat that grills perfectly. Pro tip: when you hook into a school, work fast - they spook easily but if you keep quiet, you can catch several before they move on.
5.0 out of 5.0Captain Kevin and Joe run a first class operation! Professional from start to finish. Highly recommend.
The captain took us to the exact spots to catch the fish we wanted. The deck was spot on with bait and fish. Caught a lot and ate ...
Gulf Shores, AL