Fishing Charters in Alabama
Browse fishing charters in Alabama that can help you catch southern flounder.
Coastal Fishing Charters
Inshore charter fishing guide Capt. Skylar Beagle. Fishing charter Fairhope, Mobile Bay, Daphne, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach. Inshore fishing for Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Tripletail and many more saltwater fish.
Reelfroggy Charters
Experience unforgettable inshore charter fishing trips in Fairhope, Alabama with ReelFroggy Charters. Join Captain Rick Parsons for thrilling fishing adventures targeting redfish, trout, flounder, sheepshead, and tripletail. Book your fishing trip today!
Bona Fide Inshore Charters
Mobile Bay, Alabama Inshore Fishing Guide. Red fish, speckled trout and flounder charters. USCG Licensed Captain Shane Traylor
Freebird charters
Looking for a charter in Orange Beach or Gulf Shores, Alabama to offshore deep sea, nearshore, inshore or back bay fishing, Free Bird Charters is your bet. We fish for speckled trout, redfish, white trout, flounder, to red snapper fishing in the gulf.
Best Time to Catch Southern Flounder
Peak season: May, June, September, October. Also good: April, July, August, November. Right now in February, activity is poor.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Southern Flounder
Orange Beach, Alabama, provides ample opportunities to target Southern Flounder in its back bays and coastal waters. Perdido Bay, Wolf Bay, and the Intracoastal Waterway are prime locations. The fall months, especially October and November, are when flounder fishing peaks as they prepare to move offshore. However, spring can also be rewarding. Try fishing around docks, piers, and bridge structures, or along the edges of grass flats. A popular local technique involves slowly dragging a jig head tipped with a Gulp! shrimp along the bottom. Accessing these spots is easy with numerous public boat ramps and kayak launch locations. Be mindful of the strong tidal currents in these areas, as flounder will often orient themselves to face into the current, waiting for bait to wash by.
How to Catch Southern Flounder
Detailed fishing techniques coming soon for Southern Flounder in Orange Beach.
Southern Flounder Fishing Regulations in Alabama
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
5 per person per day
Size Limit
14-inch minimum total length
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Regulations may vary in certain areas; check local advisories.
⚠️ 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 Southern Flounder in Orange Beach, Alabama?
Many anglers find success with live shrimp or mud minnows rigged on a jig head and fished along the bottom near docks, piers, or other structures. Slow retrieves and sensitivity to subtle bites are key.
What size flounder can I keep in Alabama?
In Alabama, the minimum size limit for Southern Flounder is 14 inches total length. If it's shorter, you must release it.
What's the daily limit of Southern Flounder I can keep in Orange Beach?
The daily bag limit for Southern Flounder in Alabama is 5 per person.
Do I need a saltwater fishing license to catch flounder in Orange Beach?
Yes, you need a valid saltwater fishing license to legally fish for Southern Flounder in Orange Beach, Alabama.
Is there a closed season for Southern Flounder in Alabama?
No, the season for Southern Flounder is open year-round in Alabama.
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