Fairhope, AL Fishing Trip — August

Your Fairhope, AL Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 87°F / Low 74°F5.6" rain · 22 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in August

8 species
RedfishGood
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
King MackerelGood
King Mackerel
Various
GrouperGood
Grouper
Various
Spotted SeatroutGood
Spotted Seatrout
Various
Black DrumGood
Black Drum
Various
CobiaGood
Cobia
Various
Red SnapperGood
Red Snapper
Various
FlounderFair
Flounder
Various

August Weather in Fairhope

87°F
Avg High
74°F
Avg Low
5.6"
Rainfall
22
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

8 Guides Matched

$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 / freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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

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.

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.

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