Narrat or: In this video, we’ll head down to Orange
Beach, Alabama to see what it’s like to fish right in the “Heart of Dixie” country.
Orange Beach is one of Alabama’s most prized fishing spots.
Home to a variety of species and different types of fishing experiences – this area
attracts anglers from all over the country looking to catch big fish.
Today, we’ll go over some of the best spots in the area, top target species, and everything
you need to know before you start planning your trip.
Whether you’re looking for an intimate flats fishing experience or a rod-bending offshore
adventure, Orange Beach has something in store for everyone.
The city is located on the southernmost tip of Alabama.
It hosts a range of amazing opportunities for inshore fishing throughout its various
bays, bottom fishing over artificial reefs located just off the coast, as well as deep-sea
fishing in the Gulf.
Captain: If you’re looking for the perfect fishing
destination and traveling to the Gulf Coast, Orange Beach is the place to be because we
have over 10,000 reefs and wrecks.
If you’re coming to catch, this is the place to be.
Narrator: Orange Beach is known for its southern hospitality,
amazing weather, and turquoise waters, making it a great spot for a fun family vacation.
The fishing is just as good, if not better than anywhere else on the Gulf, and to top
it off, Orange Beach has some of the best hook-and-cook restaurants in the entire region.
Captain: Our fishing is phenomenal.
They compare our fishing to Alaska’s fishing.
Catch and release, get good pictures of good fish.
When the seasons are in, the fish are yours, we bring them in.
Beautiful catches of Snapper and Triggerfish.
That’s what’s unique about our area, we have a fishing goldmine here.
Plus the beaches, plus Gulf, plus restaurants, we’ve got it.
This is a beautiful place to go.
And you can bring your family here, you can bring your wife here, your kids.
This is a cool, fun, hang, this is a beautiful place to be.
Narrator: Fishing in Orange Beach is diverse, exhilarating,
and no matter where you go, you’ll have the opportunity to catch yourself a delicious
treat that you can take home and enjoy with the family after your trip.
If you’re looking for a relaxing experience close to shore, you’ll have plenty of options
to choose from.
Perdido Bay is a go-to fishing spot among many local anglers.
This brackish estuary is filled with lots of great inshore species such as Redfish,
Speckled Trout, Flounder, and Sheepshead.
Lots of these areas are characterized by shallow sand bars, making it great for sight casting
and fly fishing.
Here, you can catch species such as Tarpon, Mangrove Snapper, Jack Crevalle, and many
more.
Another amazing feature of Orange Beach is its access to a very productive reef system.
These underwater structures attract tons of fish that feed off the bottom floor.
You’ll be able to target various Grouper and Snapper species, as well as Amberjack,
Kingfish, Triggerfish, and Barracuda, just to name a few.
Captain: I like bottom fishing, you know, it’s because
everybody gets the action, but anything that pulls the string is fun for me, as long as
the people are having a good time bringing them in.
But bottom fishing is by far the most popular and everybody can usually catch some fish
with no problem, bottom fishing.
Narrator: If you really want to experience the best
of the best, the Gulf of Mexico is where to get it done.
If you’re planning a deep-sea adventure, your best bet would be to choose an extended
day or even a multi-day trip out to the Gulf.
The further offshore you go, the less fishing pressure you’ll find.
It’s just you, the crew, and the open blue waters of the Gulf.
Here, you can expect to target pelagic species such as Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Marlin, and Sailfish.
These adventures are great for experienced anglers and deep-sea fanatics looking to get
the best bang for their buck.
Captain: For the more avid fishermen, I recommend a
12-hour trip, a 12 or 14-hour fishing trip.
For the more serious fisherman to get out there and really get after some fish and put
a lot of meat in the boat.
Narrator: If you’re planning to hop on a saltwater
charter, your license is covered by the boat, so no need to purchase one on your own.
Bait and tackle are usually always included in the price – this also includes gigs for
Flounder gigging, as well as rods and reels for conventional fishing.
All you should bring with you are sunglasses, a hat, comfortable clothing, and your favorite
snacks and drinks.
Captain: What’s furnished in the price of the trip
will be all your tackle, your licenses, your rods and reels.
You’ll have a deckhand that will be waiting on you and helping you with baiting your hooks,
taking fish off, re-rigging, and things of that nature.
Narrator: Get ready to experience Orange Beach like
never before.
With a vast network of bays, flats, reefs, and offshore fishing grounds, you and your
family will be able to fish multiple spots, try out a few different techniques, and target
lots of fish.
Choose a charter that’s right for you and get ready to explore the “Heart of Dixie”
like a true Alabaman!
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After your trip, be sure to drop us a comment to let us know about your experiences fishing
in Orange Beach!