The main fishing pier is located at Pelican Point on the east end of Dauphin Island at 109 Bienville Blvd. The pier charges $5 for fishing (free to walk), is open sunrise to sunset, and extends 850 feet into the Gulf, offering excellent fishing for Spanish mackerel, cobia, and spadefish.
Pier Details
- Location: Pelican Point, 109 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528
- Fees: $5 for fishing, free to walk/observe
- Hours: Sunrise to sunset daily
- Amenities: Bait shop, rod rentals, restrooms
- Best catches: Spanish mackerel (summer), cobia (April-May), king mackerel, spadefish
Nearby Alternative
- Location: 17350 Cedar Point Rd, Theodore, AL (30 minutes north)
- Fees: FREE fishing
- Best for: Mobile Bay species – speckled trout, redfish, flounder
- Note: Good backup when the Gulf is rough
Both piers require an Alabama fishing license for ages 16-64.