Sheepshead bite is on in South Alabama!

• If you’re looking for a fun, challenging bite and a chance to bring home some delicious fish, there’s no better time than now to target sheepshead with Murco Charters in Gulf Shores, Alabama. These striped, scrappy fish are famous for their strong fight and taste — and the waters around Gulf Shores are producing an excellent bite right now!

  
  

Here is a few tips from the MURCO Team

 Fish Near Structure

Sheepshead hang around hard structures where barnacles, crabs, and other crustaceans live. When you’re with us, we drop bait right where the fish feed, giving you the best chance for a bite.

Use the Right Bait

Live shrimp and fiddler crabs are top choices, but fresh cut shrimp or small pieces of shellfish can work too.

Watch for the Tap

Sheepshead are light biters. They’ll pick at your bait before fully committing. Stay alert — and set the hook on the first nibble to avoid losing the fish.

Gear Up Properly

Light tackle is key to feel the subtle bites, but you’ll need strength to fight them off structures. We provide the right gear and guidance to ensure you’re ready.

Pick the Right Time

Sheepshead are active in early mornings and late afternoons. Cooler months, especially late winter and early spring, are prime time for these inshore bites.