Red Eye Charters operates the Lil Red out of Fort Morgan Marina in Gulf Shores. This specific vessel is a 23-foot Kenner V-hull bay boat that was refurbished in 2022 with updated exterior paint, interior gelcoat, and a 300-horsepower Yamaha outboard engine. Designed for shallow-water maneuverability and a stable ride, the boat accommodates a maximum of four passengers per trip, making it configured for families, small groups, and novice anglers who prefer to stay within close proximity to land.
The Lil Red specializes in private inshore and nearshore excursions across Mobile Bay and coastal Gulf waters up to three miles off the beach, focusing heavily on structured areas such as nearshore oil rigs and jetties. From January through April, itineraries center on catching sheepshead and redfish around the rigs, alongside catch-and-release fishing for red snapper. Between May and October, the targets shift to migratory Spanish mackerel, king mackerel, redfish, and speckled trout using light spinning tackle. Booking durations include two-hour, three-hour, and four-hour trips, with all options bundling required Alabama state fishing licenses, rods, spinning reels, live or artificial bait, tackle, and professional dockside fish cleaning.