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Mobile, AL Fishing Trip — January

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January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 56°F / Low 38°F4.5" rain · 9 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in January

8 species
GrouperFair
Grouper
Various
Spotted SeatroutFair
Spotted Seatrout
Various
Red SnapperFair
Red Snapper
Various
Black DrumFair
Black Drum
Various
RedfishLow
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
King MackerelLow
King Mackerel
Various
FlounderLow
Flounder
Various
CobiaLow
Cobia
Various

January Weather in Mobile

56°F
Avg High
38°F
Avg Low
4.5"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

3 Guides Matched

Bona Fide Inshore Charters - Bona Fide Inshore Charters
Bona Fide Inshore Charters

Bona Fide Inshore Charters

4.9(48)Top Rated

Mobile Bay, Alabama Inshore Fishing Guide. Red fish, speckled trout and flounder charters. USCG Licensed Captain Shane Traylor

Southern FlounderSpeckled Trout
Mobile, Alabama
Irish Wake Fishing - Irish Wake Fishing
Irish Wake Fishing

Irish Wake Fishing

5(35)Top Rated

The best inshore charter fishing experience in Mobile Bay on Alabama's Gulf Coast. We provide expert nearshore fishing guide services for beginners or trophy hunters.

Mobile, Alabama
Fishing Guide Success - Fishing Guide Success
Fishing Guide Success

Fishing Guide Success

Mobile, Alabama

inshore
Mobile, Alabama
$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

Redfish

saltwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

King Mackerel

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Grouper

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Spotted Seatrout

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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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

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.

Red Snapper
Season:Varies annually; check current regulations
Bag Limit:2 per person per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum total length

Season dates and bag limits are subject to change based on federal regulations and quota monitoring. Check current regulations before fishing.

Black Drum
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:16-26 inch total length

It is illegal to possess black drum in federal waters.

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