Distraction Charters is at your service. We offer the best deep-sea fishing charters for families, first timers and kids. Our fishing boat and guides are located beautiful Orange Beach, Alabama, at the Orange Beach Marina. Distraction is only a few minutes away from Gulf Shores, Fort Morgan and Perdido Key, Florida. Your charter fishing boat offers private trips for up to 6 people maximum. Our fishing philosophy encompasses the technique, thrill and experience an angler will have while deep-sea fishing in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, Alabama. To us, light tackle deep-sea fishing, means using the best charter boat, the best fishing tackle and having fun while your doing it. Come join the best fishing charter in Orange Beach and see what others are talking about. You might have a real good time, laugh and have a chance to catch some really big fish.
If you book your charter with us and decide to cancel because the oil spill has come ashore, we will not hold your deposit. The reason is, we do not take deposits and never will. If you are planning on coming to Gulf Shores or Orange Beach, try and find a condo that will work with you on their cancellation policy. We hear some are not being very friendly. Just ask them what their policy is about deposits and make your decision then.
How do you spell fun? Distraction Charters
Distraction offers a fishing experience like no other boat in Orange Beach. Our Charter boat is always clean, odor free and is well maintained. All of our fishing tackle is new and in good working order. Your fishing guides are always learning new ways to outsmart those big fish so you can enjoy catching them. Our guests expect the best and we aim to give it to you.
Specializing in Family Fishing using Light Tackle
The 6 Hour - Family fishing trip is our specialty from March to October. You get to use light tackle that is very well maintained and is easy for the smallest children to handle. The reason the 6 hour charter is popular is because it takes that much time to get far enough offshore to where you can fish realtively untouched fishing reefs that offer a magical experience. For a couple of hundred dollars per person, you get the best fishing charter available. We offer complimentary fish cleaning.
You and your family will get to enjoy a wonderful, Orange Beach fishing trip without having to worry about a thing. Our charters are "G" rated for a reason. We have strong family values and we promise to treat you like family. Bring your favorite beverages and snacks in a small cooler and your on your way to a fishing trip of a lifetime.
Spend the day deep-sea fishing, your way!
Families choose our charter boat because we let you have fun, catch fish and relax. Everything we do while you are deep-sea fishing is designed to make you happy. Distraction Charters offers more!
Conservation Oriented - We believe in having a sustainable fishery so future generations can enjoy. "We encourage you to take what you need, not what you can."
You Will Have Fun - We make light tackle, deep sea fishing fun.
You Can Relax - Our stress free charters are laid back.
We Use New, Light Tackle Fishing Gear - "Go Light, Feel the fight"
No Deposit Required - We simply take a credit card number to hold your date. You pay the day of your charter. Similar charters make you pay 50% up front.
Complimentary Fish Cleaning - We clean and bag your fish for free.
We Do Not Take You Out In Rough Seas - We care if you have a good time. We will not take you fishing when sea conditions are unfavorable or rough. If the trip has to be cancelled due to bad weather, we do not charge you.
Your Family Is Safe - Our charters are "G" rated. We don't use foul language or stress you out by yelling at you if you do something incorrectly.
Your Kids Can Help Drive the Boat - If sea conditions and safety permits it, your kids are welcome to come up to the wheelhouse and help drive the boat.
Your Boat is safe, comfortable and clean - We painted the entire charter boat this year to make sure it is nice looking. Our climate controlled cabin makes you feel like home.
Extraordinary Orange Beach Fishing Charters!
We are parents and grandparents, just like you. We are average people with an extraordinary view of deep sea fishing in Orange Beach, Alabma. Our past corporate experiences has made us the best at customer service. Our attention to the little things has made us one of the most popular fishing activities operating on the Alabama Gulf Coast. With us, your family fishing charter is about watching you have fun and helping you catch fish. Our deep sea fishing charters are filled with educational information about the fish you will be catching and our ecosystem. We also incorporate active learning with your children on navigation, fish finders, sonar, radar, satellites, tides, wind, seas and conservation. We involve you and your kids in the process. We will let your kids drive the boat if the seas or safety allows it.
Kevins first Amberjack caught on April 2010. This fishing trip was a present from his wife.
Experience Alabama's Finest Fishing Charters
Our most requested fishing charter is the 6 hour. These fishing charters are designed for the entire family. We also offer longer charters such as the 8 hour or full day trip.
4 Hour Trolling Trips - Our most requested trolling fishing trips in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, are the 4 hour charters. During the summer months of June, July and August, these trips are an afternoon trip only. They are designed for those who want to stay closer to shore and fish for seasonal species like Cobia, Bull Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Bluefish and Jack Crevalle. The Cobia fishing is best during the Months of late March and April. Bull Redfish trips are good from November to the first half of March. Mackerel fishing is best from May until October. Trolling fishing is where we drag lines behind the boat and wait for a fish to strike. When one strikes, you reel him in. Not everyone fishes at the same time. Sight fishing is where we allow you cast your lure out to catch Redfish or Cobia.
6 Hour Bottom / Reef Fishing Trips - Our most requested bottom fishing charter is the 6 hour. These fishing charters are where we head offshore 10 to 20 miles south of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, to areas where there are natural and artificial reefs. These fishing trips allow everyone to fish at the same time by dropping your bait below the boat, over the reefs. These artificial reefs hold a variety of species to catch. The fish we catch on these trips are mostly Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Red Porgy, Triggerfish, Amberjack and Grouper. If you are serious about your fishing, you need to book a longer charter to have a chance to catch fish like Grouper and Amberjack. Some of these fish have short fishing seasons. Please call or email us for additional information and fishing seasons.
Your Kids Can Help Drive The Charter Boat
I wonder if your kids would like to drive our boat? Every child that fishes with us, gets to drive the boat and have their picture made doing it. That is a memory that will last a lifetime! If sea conditions do not safely permit kids coming upstairs, we will have to err to caution and not allow it.
Your Alabama Charter Boat Is Comfortable & Clean
Your Orange Beach, Alabama Charter Boat is a large, 41' Hatteras and is named Distraction. She is well maintained, has classic looks, and has a climate controlled interior. Your restroom is odor-free and clean. Distraction offers you casual elegance for those families who expect more from an Alabama fishing charter. You can relax, knowing your on our boat that does not smell like fish. You have a comfortable, indoor sitting area with large glass windows overlooking the rear deck where all of the fishing goes on. Mom's can watch their kids catch their first fish from inside and not miss a thing.
The Fish You Will Catch Can Be Bigger Than Others
Brian Belzer's 65.5 lb Greater Amberjack can be caught on full day charters.
Gulf Shores, Alabama's gulf coast offers anglers some of the best saltwater, charter fishing and deep sea fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. You commonly catch Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, White Snapper, Bonito, Shark, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Redfish, Trigger Fish, Shark, Cobia or ling. You will be amazed at how hard these fish fight on light tackle.
Waiting to book your family fishing trip, means you might have to settle for less. Good family fishing boats book up first, leaving you confused over what is left. Booking early, ensures that you and your family get the best fishing trips, when you want them.
Orange Beach Charter Fishing Reservations
We earn your families trust by striving to do the right thing every time. Your family expects great service and good fishing. Your family gets both, with us. We are easy to do business with. No deposit required. We treat your family the way we want to be treated. Be sure to visit our fishing reservation and booking page for all the details about your trip. All we need is a credit card number to hold your date. We treat your family right, every time.
How To Contact Distraction Charters
We hope you enjoy navigating our site. If we can help you at any time, please feel free to Contact Fishing Orange Beach and we will respond quickly. Remember, you can call us at any time at 251.975.8111.
Curtis and Lee show off a Nice Jack Crevalle
Sesely (5), Ensley (4) did fine catching their first Red Snapper
Riley Shows off A Nice King Mackerel
Book Your Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Charter On Our Reservations Page!
Are you ready for some action? Click on the reservations section and let us know you want additional information or are ready to book a trip. If you would like to speak to me, " Captain Troy", call me on at 251-975-8111. If I am out in the gulf, I usually get within phone range no later than 4 to 5 p.m. central time. If you leave me a message, I will return your call before I get into port. I promise I will call you ASAP.
Our Marina & Charter Docks At Orange Beach Marina
Our family saltwater deep sea fishing charters depart from Orange Beach Marina at 27075Marina Roadin Orange Beach, Alabama. 36561. Turn east off of Alabama Highway 161 to the east on Marina Road. Go 1.1 miles. (Watch your speed. The limit is 35 mph) Orange Beach Marina is on the left. Park in the parking lot on right as soon as you enter the marina. Walk west down the concrete walkway to the dock store. Walk left past the dock store and walk out on the pier. Our charter boat is the third slip on the left, facing the west. Slip E11. Marina directions are posted on our reservations page, about half way down with a google map you can click on.
This Summer has been slipping by faster than normal. There has been no deep sea fishing in federal waters south of Orange Beach since the first week ... Read Entire Report
Posted by: Captain Troy on 7/25/2010
Only a few more days before we can keep these beautiful Red Snapper. June 1 is the day that Red Snapper season opens in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, ... Read Entire Report
Posted by: Captain Troy on 5/22/2010
Jeff returned this year only to get revenge on the shark that bit his Red Snapper into last year. Last year, Jeff was reeling in a big Red Snapper an ... Read Entire Report
Posted by: Captain Troy on 5/9/2010
Our lucky day
5/21/2010 - We wanted to say thanks for a wonderful fishing charter last week. Catching those sharks was certainly a bonus for the boys. They have never done anything like that. Today was their lucky day. Everyone was exhausted and we are sharing our pictures with everyone back home. The boys can't believe... - A Curtis - St. Louis, Mo
3/28/2010 - Captain Troy,
We wanted to let you know that we had a remarkable fishing trip last week. Everything you told us to expect was the truth. You were easy to work with and Lem is amazing. You allowed us to relax as a family and enjoy our day on the water. The kids are playing the movie you gave us,... - Vickie P. Little Rock, Ar
12/29/2009 - We are so pleased that we finally got to go fishing with you over the Christmas Holiday. You are everything you advertise! The experience we had was remarkable and the fishing was great. Mark is still talking about the big Redfish he caught. Everyone had their chance to fight a big fish. You gu... - T Sealy, Nashville, Tn.
