Alabama regulations
Speckled Trout (Spotted Seatrout) Regulations in Alabama 2026
Alabama Speckled Trout regulations as of 2026-05-08: Status Permitted; Status Permitted; Status Prohibited. Sourced from DCNR.
Rules (5)
Gulf BeachesOpen
- Status
- Permitted
Along Gulf beaches in March.
Marshy Or Grassy Areas And Around Oyster Reefs, Inshore Artificial Reefs, Rock Jetties And Shoal AreasOpen
- Status
- Permitted
Spring method: live shrimp or croakers fished near shore of marshy or grassy areas and around oyster reefs, inshore artificial reefs, rock jetties and shoal areas on flooding tides
Public Waters Of AlabamaClosed
- Status
- Prohibited
Bows cannot be used to take game fish.
Rivers And Above Mobile Bay CausewayOpen
- Status
- Permitted
Late Fall/Winter method in rivers and above Mobile Bay Causeway (deep holes, drop-offs, channels): casting artificial lures and also live bait fishing, trolling and jigging
Waters Of AlabamaCatch & release
- Status
- Catch And Release
Game fish must be immediately returned to the water.
Also known as
Speckled Trout is also called Speckled Trout (Spotted Seatrout), Spotted Seatrout, Spotted Sea Trout, spotted seatrout, specks. Anglers in different regions use different names for the same fish, and the rules on this page apply to all of them in Alabama.
Frequently asked questions
When is Speckled Trout season in Alabama?
Speckled Trout season in Alabama is set by DCNR. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for Speckled Trout in Alabama?
Alabama does not publish a state-wide minimum size for Speckled Trout. Check zone-specific rules above.
What is the daily bag limit for Speckled Trout in Alabama?
Daily bag for Speckled Trout in Alabama varies by zone; see the table above.
Official sources cited
- https://www.outdooralabama.com/saltwater-fishing/saltwater-fishing-tips
- https://www.outdooralabama.com/saltwater-regulations-and-enforcement/saltwater-bow-fishing
- https://www.outdooralabama.com/saltwater-regulations-and-enforcement/saltwater-gill-net-recreational-information
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with DCNR before keeping a catch. Last verified .