Red Bay, AL Fishing Trip — January

Your Red Bay, AL Fishing Trip

January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 47°F / Low 29°F6.3" rain · 8 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

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
King MackerelLow
King Mackerel
Various
RedfishLow
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
CobiaLow
Cobia
Various
FlounderLow
Flounder
Various

January Weather in Red Bay

47°F
Avg High
29°F
Avg Low
6.3"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

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 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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