Dauphin Island, AL Fishing Trip — December
Your Dauphin Island, AL Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 53°F4.8" rain · 10 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in December
8 species
FairGrouper
Various
FairSpotted Seatrout
Various
LowRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
LowKing Mackerel
Various
LowFlounder
Various
LowRed Snapper
Various
LowCobia
Various
LowBlack Drum
Various
December Weather in Dauphin Island
62°F
Avg High
53°F
Avg Low
4.8"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
19 Guides Matched
What to Bring
Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:
Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Rain jacket or windbreaker
Layered clothing (cooler offshore)
Light rain jacket
$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's Biting By Month
Peak
1 / 2
Alabama Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$13.10
Non-Resident$51.80
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.
Species Regulations
Grouper
Season:Varies by species; check current regulations
Bag Limit:Aggregate of 4 grouper per person per day (species-specific limits apply)
Size Limit:Varies by species; check current regulations
Different grouper species have different size and bag limits. Gag grouper is typically closed January 1 - April 30.
Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:6 per person per day
Size Limit:15-22 inch total length
Only one spotted seatrout over 22 inches may be possessed per person.
Redfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:16-26 inch total length
Only one redfish over 26 inches may be possessed per vessel. It is illegal to possess redfish in federal waters.
King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum fork length
Possession limit is the same as the daily bag limit.