Dial In on the Fish You Want Pick your fish first. Want red snapper? Say it. Chasing tuna? Make that clear. The fish you’re after decides everything. How long you’ll be out, where you’ll go, what gear you’ll use, and which captain you need. Gulf Shores has options for every target, but not every trip lands the same catch. Inshore means redfish and trout. Nearshore gets you mackerel. Offshore is for mahi-mahi, grouper, and tuna. Know your goal before you book. The right trip starts with a clear target. Redfish and speckled trout: stick close to ...