Gulfport, MS Fishing Trip — April

Your Gulfport, MS Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 76°F / Low 65°F4.1" rain · 11 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in April

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

April Weather in Gulfport

76°F
Avg High
65°F
Avg Low
4.1"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

12 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 Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Mississippi Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$8
Non-Resident$30
Requirements

Required for ages 16-64. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.

Buy License Online — Mississippi

Species Regulations

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

Red snapper regulations are subject to change based on federal quotas. Check the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources for the most up-to-date information.

Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:15-22 inch slot limit

Only one spotted seatrout greater than 22 inches may be retained per person, per day.

Flounder
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum

Applies to Southern Flounder. Check for any seasonal closures in specific areas.

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:24-inch fork length minimum

A recreational saltwater license is required for all persons between the ages of 16 and 64. Check for any seasonal closures or specific area restrictions.

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