APEX Shark Charters – Fort Morgan/Mobile Bay
APEX Shark Charters – Fort Morgan/Mobile Bay
If you're ready to try fishing in Gulf Shores, we've got you covered with APEX Shark Charters. Your guide for the day is Captain Lew Childre, allowing you to benefit from years of sportfishing experience.
These waters are known for Black Drum, Cobia, Ladyfish, Atlantic Mackerel, Redfish, Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Bull Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Lemon Shark, Thresher Shark, Tiger Shark, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream. On these trips, you can expect to troll using heavy tackle.
You're free to keep some of the fish you catch, assuming they meet regulations. Catch cleaning is available, so you can take your fish home to eat. Pack a cooler ready in the car!
Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Also, remember to bring snacks to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!
Your boat for the day is a 39' Custom Crusader Downeast with space for 6 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Lew Childre has rods and reels for you.
A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. It's customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.
Don't leave home without a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with APEX Shark Charters.
If you're ready to try fishing in Gulf Shores, we've got you covered with APEX Shark Charters. Your guide for the day is Captain Lew Childre, allowing you to benefit from years of sportfishing experience.
These waters are known for Black Drum, Cobia, Ladyfish, Atlantic Mackerel, Redfish, Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, Bull Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Lemon Shark, Thresher Shark, Tiger Shark, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream. On these trips, you can expect to troll using heavy tackle.
You're free to keep some of the fish you catch, assuming they meet regulations. Catch cleaning is available, so you can take your fish home to eat. Pack a cooler ready in the car!
Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Also, remember to bring snacks to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!
Your boat for the day is a 39' Custom Crusader Downeast with space for 6 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Lew Childre has rods and reels for you.
A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. It's customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.
Don't leave home without a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with APEX Shark Charters.
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Adrianne Cobb5.0VerifiedYes, book the trip- ZERO regrets!!
5 Hour – Dixie Bar, Shark&Trolling on April 6, 2026 • 5 adultsHands down one of the best experiences we’ve had! This shark charter was everything we hoped for and more. The captain and his deckhand were absolutely hilarious—kept us laughing the entire trip while still running things like total pros. Their knowledge really showed—they knew exactly where to go and what to do to get us on the sharks. It was a super successful trip, and the excitement never stopped! Great work, boys 👏 If you’re looking for an unforgettable shark fishing adventure with a fun, skilled crew… this is the one! 🦈🎣
Darrell RingRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat experience and great crew
6 Hour – Sand Island Bar Multi Set on July 16, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 childMy family had a great time and look forward to going again in the future. The Captain and crew made us feel like family. I had my five year old daughter with us and felt like she was completely safe the entire time. Would highly recommend anyone thinking about it to go for it.
Tim Bigler5.0Verifiedgood time!!
6 Hour – Sand Island Bar Multi Set on July 26, 2026 • 5 adultsgreat people and great experience!
Morgan WheatRepeat angler5.0VerifiedBest Trip Ever
5 Hour – Dixie Bar, Shark&Trolling on August 8, 2025 • 4 adultsI booked this with zero expectations and just wanting to do something different for my boyfriend and two 17 year old sons. Hands down the best time we’ve ever had. David and Dillon were nothing short of amazing. They were great company, taught us so much, accommodated us with whatever we needed, and we caught some really badass sharks. You won’t find this experience anywhere else. Will 1000000% be back to do this again!!
Eddie Marrett5.0VerifiedGreat Trip
5 Hour – Dixie Bar, Shark&Trolling on June 19, 2025 • 6 adultsThe conditions were not perfect, but Captain Dave put us on some good spots. Caught 4 large sharks when most others were catching nothing. The best thing for me was my 22yr old son was smiling from ear to ear the whole time. It was a wonderful family trip we will talk about for a long time. Thanks Captain Dave and 1st Mate Don!
Brandon Cohen5.0Verified🦈🦈🦈
6 Hour – Sand Island Bar Multi Set on August 3, 2025 • 6 adultsBadass trip. Great captain, great deckhand. Book it.
Cody RandallRepeat angler5.0VerifiedCaptain Dave is the man!
6 Hour – Sand Island Bar Multi Set on May 24, 2026 • 4 adultsIf you want something different in a fishing trip, book with Apex!
- Darrell RingRepeat angler5.0Verified
July fishing trip
6 Hour – Sand Island Bar Multi Set on July 14, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 children 
B KRepeat angler5.0Verifiedhad a great time
6 Hour – Sand Island Bar Multi Set on March 16, 2026 • 6 adultscaught a few sharks and everyone had a good time
Joanna BridgesRepeat angler5.0VerifiedApex freaking rocks
5 Hour – Dixie Bar, Shark&Trolling on July 26, 2025 • 5 adultsThe captain and the crew was wonderful. It was the best trip I’ve ever been on in my life and I’m planning on coming every year just to go with him. And I’ve got to say this again they rock.
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Hands down one of the best experiences we’ve had! This shark charter was everything we hoped for and more. The captain and his deckhand were absolutely hilarious—kept us laughing the entire trip while still running things like total pros. Their knowledge really showed—they knew exactly where to go and what to do to get us on the sharks. It was a super successful trip, and the excitement never stopped! Great work, boys 👏 If you’re looking for an unforgettable shark fishing adventure with a fun, skilled crew… this is the one! 🦈🎣
My family had a great time and look forward to going again in the future. The Captain and crew made us feel like family. I had my five year old daughter with us and felt like she was completely safe the entire time. Would highly recommend anyone thinking about it to go for it.
Thank you for the great review, can't wait to see yall back soon
If you want something different in a fishing trip, book with Apex!
thanks for the review, really means alot
great people and great experience!
Thanks Tim for the compliment..
FAQs about APEX Shark Charters – Fort Morgan/Mobile Bay
- US $1,499 per group - 5 Hour – Dixie Bar, Shark&Trolling (5 hours)
- US $1,699 per group - 6 Hour – Sand Island Bar Multi Set (6 hours)
- Toilet
- Air conditioning
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia system
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First mate
- Fishing license
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing
- Heavy tackle
- Trolling
- Drift fishing
- Handline
- Black Drum
- Cobia
- Ladyfish
- Mackerel (Atlantic)
- Redfish
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Shark (Bonnethead)
- Shark (Bull)
- Shark (Hammerhead)
- Shark (Lemon)
- Shark (Thresher)
- Shark (Tiger)
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