Capt. Lynn's – Gulf Shores

A personalized fishing trip to Alabama’s saltwater wrecks awaits with Capt. Lynn’s. Based out of Gulf Shores, just next to the Mobile Bay ferry port, you’ll be out in the Gulf of Mexico in no time. Come aboard and battle it out with a range of prized and delicious fish.

Captain Lynn Pridgen has been fishing these seas since he can remember and can’t wait to show you his native waters, helping you land the fish of your dreams. Each trip can be tailored to your fishing desires, so get in touch and let him show you around. Besides Capt. Lynn, the trips are also run by Capt. Zach Mixon.

The 28’ Grady White will all but guarantee you a smooth ride. Up to 6 guests are welcome on board to take advantage of the latest fishing gear. Head up to 9 miles offshore with the nearshore trips and up to 60 miles with the offshore trips, with the navigational gear ensuring you hit the productive spots right away. Keep your bait fresh in the livewell and bottom fish with Penn and Shimano gear for the best results.

While you may have the edge over the fish, you’ll still have to work hard to fill the boat. The famous Red Snapper won’t give up without a fight, while delicious Cobia. Redfish, Tripletail, and Mahi Mahi, all promise to give you a run for your money. Test your strength against Jack Crevalles and Amberjack as you warm up, before filling the boat with something to take home.

Capt. Lynn will clean and fillet your catch when you get back to shore, so you’ll be good to enjoy the taste of success right away! Everything you need for a productive day is waiting on board. You can bring your own drinks and snacks. With such a wealth of fish on offer in Alabama’s Gulf Shores, can you really say no to an offer like Capt. Lynn’s?



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Rig fishing and trolling (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Sep 24
    US $800
    Fishing rigs and trolling for king and spanish mackerel.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    Rig fishing and trolling (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Sep 24
    US $800
    King mackerel and spanish mackerel.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 5 - Oct 14
    US $1,000
    Head out first thing in the morning and catch the early bite of some impressive nearshore fish. Hit the wealth of wrecks out in the Gulf of Mexico as you bottom fish to entice the bite of Jacks, Kingfish, Cobia, Redfish, Tripletail, and many more. Tough-fighting and delicious all at once, these creatures will make you work hard for the meat, so be prepared for a tricky encounter to land some lunch.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Nearshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Nov 5 - Oct 14
    US $1,000
    If you're busy in the morning or just like to sleep in, don't worry! There's no need to miss out on the incredible fishing Alabama has to offer. Head out in the afternoon and spend 4 hours fishing the productive nearshore wrecks, where plenty of delicious fish will be looking for something to bite. You'll waste no time fishing as you whizz off to the sweet spots, entering into battle with anything from a Tripletail to Snapper, Jack to Kingfish, Cobia, Redfish, and many more.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour (PM) Red Snapper Trip.
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 26 - Aug 2
    US $1,200
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 5 - Oct 14
    US $1,600
    Get the most out of your time in southern Alabama and head to sea for 6 hours, battling it out with some prized fish. Within no time, you'll hit the productive fishing grounds, getting your lines wet as you target plenty of tough-fighting and delicious fish. Jack Crevalle, Kingfish, Cobia, Redfish, and Tripletail are just some of the sought-after creatures you'll be going after, so get ready for a thrilling and productive day out.
  • Private trip
    Offshore 6 Hours - Red Snapper (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,600
    Spend 6 hours fishing in federal waters. During Snapper season, this trip will allow you to put many dinners in your cooler.
  • Private trip
    Offshore 6 Hours - Red Snapper (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $1,600
    Spend 6 hours fishing in federal waters. During Snapper season, this trip will allow you to put many dinners in your cooler.
  • Private trip
    Offshore 8 Hours - Red Snapper
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,800
    Spend the day fishing in federal waters. You'll target a variety of species, and during Snapper season, you'll get to aim for the limit of delicious federal Red Snapper.
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FAQs about Capt. Lynn's – Gulf Shores

Capt. Lynn's – Gulf Shores offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $800 per group - Rig fishing and trolling (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Rig fishing and trolling (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Half Day Trip – Nearshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 4 Hour (PM) Red Snapper Trip. (4 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - Offshore 6 Hours - Red Snapper (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - Offshore 6 Hours - Red Snapper (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - Offshore 8 Hours - Red Snapper (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Capt. Lynn's – Gulf Shores, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Capt. Lynn's – Gulf Shores include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate (works for tips generally 15 to 20 %)
  • Fishing License

Capt. Lynn's – Gulf Shores offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Capt. Lynn's – Gulf Shores offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Capt. Lynn's – Gulf Shores include:
  • Bluefish
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Meet the Charter Operator

Captain Lynn's
Gulf Shores, Alabama, United States
190 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2019
Captain Lynn Pridgen is an Alabama native and Dauphin Island local. He started fishing with his dad at a very young age and has loved it from the getgo. He’s fished the Mobile Bay, Delta, and the Gulf of Mexico his whole life and has been a licensed captain since 2007. He specializes in live bait fishing, but he might also use artificial lures on occasion. He’s participated in tournaments as well, including the Lousiana Redfish Tournaments. Capt. Lynn invites you to the crew on an exciting adventure and get ready to catch some incredible fish!

About this listing

Targeted species

Bluefish Bluefish
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flounder Flounder

Boat specs

Donzi (Center console) originally built in 2005. Powered by 2 275HP Mercury engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 52 knots.

Length
32 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live Bait Well
Kitchen

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
works for tips generally 15 to 20 %
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 129 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (149)
Mandy and a red snapper
Brad, his chins, and an Amberjack!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
87%
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Brad C.
Brandon, MS
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8 hour trip

VERIFIED   Offshore 8 Hours - Red Snapper on May 20, 2023
Caught Amberjack, Banded Rudderfish, Red Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, Triggerfish and a SHARK!  Captain and deckhand were...
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Anthony F.
Pigeon Forge, TN
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour (PM) Red Snapper Trip. on July 24, 2023
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Dean D.
Foley, Alabama
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Lynn

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Nearshore (AM) on June 21, 2023
Dean D. recommends Capt. Lynn's – Gulf Shores
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Robert J.
Wardsville, MO
Excellent
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Afternoon Red Snapper trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour (PM) Red Snapper Trip. on July 6, 2022
We had a great time with Captain Lynn and First mate Hayden.  A quick 5 minute stop for them to catch fresh bait and we were...
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Sara T.
Roscoe, IL
Excellent
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6 hour trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip – Nearshore on June 17, 2022
What a wonderful day! The best fishing trip I have been on! Captain Lynn had us right on fish that gave us a good battle. I...
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