Red Bay, AL Fishing Trip — February
Your Red Bay, AL Fishing Trip
February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 58°F / Low 39°F6.4" rain · 10 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in February
8 species
GoodSpotted Seatrout
Various
FairRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
FairGrouper
Various
FairFlounder
Various
FairRed Snapper
Various
FairBlack Drum
Various
LowKing Mackerel
Various
LowCobia
Various
February Weather in Red Bay
58°F
Avg High
39°F
Avg Low
6.4"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
8 Guides Near Red Bay
No guides are based in Red Bay, 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's Biting By Month
Peak
1 / 2
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.
Species Regulations
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.
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