Every Boat Ramp on Perdido Bay

About Perdido Bay

Perdido Bay straddles the Alabama-Florida border, offering a quieter and more intimate saltwater fishing experience compared to nearby Mobile Bay. With approximately 40 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 20 feet, this shallow estuary is ideal for wade fishing, kayak fishing, and light-tackle inshore action. The bay's grass flats, oyster bars, and marshy edges create prime habitat for redfish and speckled trout.

Flounder are a consistent target on the bay's sandy bottoms and around structure, while sheepshead congregate near pilings, docks, and bridge supports. Blue crab are abundant throughout the bay's shallow waters. The bay's relatively sheltered conditions make it fishable on days when Gulf winds keep anglers off the open water.

Lillian and Elberta on the Alabama side provide boat ramp access and basic services. Perdido Key, straddling the state line, offers additional launch points and proximity to Gulf pass fishing. The bay's low-key atmosphere and productive inshore fishing make it a favorite among local anglers who prefer to avoid the crowds at Gulf Shores.

Nearest towns: Lillian, Perdido Key, Elberta