Anniston, AL Fishing Trip — April

Your Anniston, AL Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 75°F / Low 55°F5.9" rain · 10 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in April

Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting

April Weather in Anniston

75°F
Avg High
55°F
Avg Low
5.9"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

4 Guides Near Anniston

No guides are based in Anniston, but these guides operate nearby.

$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Alabama Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$13.10
Non-Resident$51.80
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.

Buy License Online — Alabama

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum total length

Some water bodies may have different size or creel limits. Check local regulations before fishing.

Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:1 per day
Size Limit:Must be over 34 inches

Only one blue catfish over 34 inches may be harvested per angler per day from Alabama public waters.

Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day in combination with largemouth and smallmouth bass
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass are combined for purposes of bag limits. Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:22-inch minimum

There are specific regulations for certain areas, so anglers should consult the Alabama Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division regulations for details.

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