Dauphin Island, AL Fishing Trip — May
Your Dauphin Island, AL Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 74°F9.5" rain · 15 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
What’s Biting in May
8 species
ExcellentRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
ExcellentKing Mackerel
Various
ExcellentGrouper
Various
ExcellentFlounder
Various
ExcellentSpotted Seatrout
Various
ExcellentRed Snapper
Various
ExcellentCobia
Various
ExcellentBlack Drum
Various
May Weather in Dauphin Island
79°F
Avg High
74°F
Avg Low
9.5"
Rainfall
15
Rainy Days
Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.
19 Guides Matched
Prepare for Your Trip
Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
For Your Target Species
For Offshore Fishing
For the Season
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.
Things to Do in Dauphin Island
Activities for your non-fishing days
What's Biting By Month
Peak
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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
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.
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.
Flounder
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum total length