When greater amberjack are around Dauphin Island
Greater amberjack fishing out of Dauphin Island, Alabama, centers on offshore reef and wreck structure, and October is a listed biting month. For biology and behavior, see our greater amberjack species guide. This page covers the port. The wider picture is in the greater amberjack fishing in the Gulf of Mexico and the Gulf of Mexico fishing guide.
| Period | Status at this port |
|---|---|
| October | Listed as a biting month |
| June and July | Trips run |
| Winter | Trips run |
October
Island Life Charters lists October as a biting month for greater amberjack, alongside its offshore reef and wreck trips.
June, July and winter
Greater amberjack trips also run in June and July and through the winter.
Where boats run from Dauphin Island
Boats run offshore for greater amberjack, past 9 miles. Our Dauphin Island port page covers the port itself. Because this is structure fishing, the run is about reaching reef and wreck rather than open water.
| Ground | Depth |
|---|---|
| Christopher Blankenship Reef Zone | 75 ft |
| Artificial reef beyond a gas platform | Not listed |
Running offshore past 9 miles
Island Life runs trips more than 9 miles out, and its trip list centers on reef and wreck fishing.
Christopher Blankenship Reef Zone (75 ft)
Christopher Blankenship Reef Zone sits in 75 ft of water. Structure holds fish, though it doesn’t guarantee them.
The reef beyond the gas platform
An artificial reef sits beyond a gas platform, giving a second piece of structure to work on the same run.
How greater amberjack are fished here
Locally, greater amberjack are a reef and wreck fishery. Rigging and technique are covered in our reef fish guides.
Reef and wreck fishing
Local trips list reef and wreck fishing, which ties directly to the two named grounds above.
4, 6 and 8-hour trips
Trips run 4, 6 and 8 hours, covering nearshore and offshore formats. The runs past 9 miles happen on the offshore side.
- 4-hour trips: one of the 3 listed formats
- 6-hour trips: one of the 3 listed formats
- 8-hour trips: one of the 3 listed formats
Who fishes for greater amberjack out of Dauphin Island
Island Life Charters lists greater amberjack. Captain Shane Thomas runs the boat Hooked On… Their trip list includes the October bite, the runs past 9 miles, reef and wreck fishing, and the 4, 6 and 8-hour trips.
FAQ: greater amberjack fishing out of Dauphin Island
Is October a biting month for greater amberjack off Dauphin Island?
Yes. Island Life Charters lists October as a biting month, alongside its reef and wreck trips.
How far do boats run for greater amberjack from Dauphin Island?
Boats run offshore. Island Life runs trips more than 9 miles out.
How deep is the Christopher Blankenship Reef Zone?
It sits in 75 ft.
Do greater amberjack trips run in winter?
Yes. Winter trips run, along with June and July trips.
Where are the rules for greater amberjack from Dauphin Island?
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Marine Resources Division, sets the state rules. Offshore trips can fall under federal rules, so check both before you fish.
