Tuscaloosa, AL Fishing Trip — July

Your Tuscaloosa, AL Fishing Trip

July2 peopleFamily Trip
High 92°F / Low 75°F1.7" rain · 8 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in July

8 species
CatfishExcellent
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Striped BassGood
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
BluegillGood
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
White BassGood
White Bass
Various
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
Spotted BassFair
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging

July Weather in Tuscaloosa

92°F
Avg High
75°F
Avg Low
1.7"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

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

6 Guides Near Tuscaloosa

No guides are based in Tuscaloosa, 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 freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

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

Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

No limit on channel and blue catfish less than 34 inches in length. Only one blue catfish greater than 34 inches in length may be harvested per day.

Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:22-inch minimum

There are specific regulations for certain areas, so anglers should consult the Alabama Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division regulations for details.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

There are some special regulation areas, so consult the Alabama fishing regulations before fishing.

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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