Fishing Charters in Alabama
Browse fishing charters in Alabama that can help you catch chain pickerel.
30Degreesnorthsportfishing
Orange Beach, Alabama
30 Degrees North Sportfishing is a family owned and operated business that has fished for over 30 years in these waters of Southern Al. and Florida. We offer three types of boats to accommodate most any type fishing you and your family and friends may want to do.
Big Wood Fishing Charters
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Addicted 2 Fishing Charters
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Highly rated fishing charter located in Gulf Shores, AL. Contact us today to secure your next trip! We accommodate all ages.
Reel Mccoy Fishing Charters
Dauphin Island, Alabama
Reel McCoy Charters invites you to Dauphin Island, Alabama to spend a beautiful day fishing its rich waters. Enjoy exploring its nearshore and offshore grounds as well as the lovely reefs and hidden wrecks and have lots of fun chasing various species. Captain Joe Cain will help you land a great catch and do everything…
Yankee Star
Foley, Alabama
Fishintrip
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Mossy Tails Charters
Orange Beach, Alabama
Fishing Guide Success
Mobile, Alabama
Island Girl Charters
Island Girl Charters offers deep sea charter fishing for Red Snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish and more in Gulf Shores, Alabama. We also offer Cobia Fishing Charters as well as offshore multi-day trips for Tuna, Marlin and Swordfish. Our customers come from Pensacola, Mobile, Orange Beach and all over!
Reel Kill Charters
Sea Dawg Charter
Experience the best fishing charters that Dauphin Island has to offer! Book now and enjoy an exceptional fishing experience with us.
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We guarantee our Daulphin Island fishing charters with a no catch-no pay guarantee. Join us for a Gulf Shores deep sea fishing experience you wont forget!
Best Time to Catch Chain Pickerel
Peak season: May, June. Also good: April, July, August, September. Right now in February, activity is poor.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Chain Pickerel
Guntersville Lake in Alabama offers some surprisingly good Chain Pickerel fishing. What makes Guntersville unique is its vast, shallow grass flats and abundant submerged vegetation – ideal habitat for pickerel. The best time to target Chain Pickerel here is during the cooler months, particularly late fall through early spring, as they become more active in colder water. Focus your efforts around the edges of grass beds, lily pads, and submerged timber. Spinnerbaits, jerkbaits, and swimbaits worked slowly are all effective. A helpful tip is to use a wire leader, as pickerel have sharp teeth that can easily cut through monofilament or fluorocarbon. The many public boat ramps around the lake offer easy access, and there are plenty of areas where you can fish from the bank. Guntersville pickerel are known to be aggressive, and while they may not be the largest, they provide plenty of exciting action, especially on light tackle.
How to Catch Chain Pickerel
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Chain Pickerel in Guntersville.
Chain Pickerel Fishing Regulations in Alabama
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
No limit
Size Limit
No size limit
License Required
Freshwater fishing license
Alabama does not have specific regulations for chain pickerel; general freshwater regulations apply.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Alabama state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best way to catch Chain Pickerel around Guntersville?
Pickerel are ambush predators, so try lures that mimic injured baitfish like spinnerbaits, spoons, or crankbaits. Focus on areas with vegetation or structure where they can hide.
Do I need a special license to target Chain Pickerel in Alabama?
No, you just need a standard freshwater fishing license to legally fish for Chain Pickerel in Guntersville and throughout Alabama.
Are there any restrictions on keeping Chain Pickerel in Guntersville?
Good news! There's no closed season, no bag limit, and no size limit for Chain Pickerel in Alabama, so you can fish for them year-round and keep what you catch.
What are some good spots near Guntersville to find Chain Pickerel?
Look for weedy areas and submerged timber in Guntersville Lake and the surrounding creeks and rivers. These areas provide excellent ambush points for pickerel.
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