Land-Based Shark Fishing on Alabama's Gulf Coast
Chip Gillikin puts you on big sharks straight from the beach — no boat, no experience needed. Every 4-hour evening trip includes all the gear, bait, and hands-on coaching to land your catch.
What a Trip Looks Like
You meet Chip on the sand at sunset. He sets the rods, rigs the bait, and walks you through every step. When a shark hits, it's your fight.
What You'll Catch
We target bull sharks, hammerheads, and blacktips close to shore. Runs peak in the warmer months, but there's action across the season.
Where We Fish
Trips run in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Fort Morgan, Perdido Key, Dauphin Island, and the Pensacola area. Pick the beach closest to your stay.
Your Guide
Chip has fished these beaches for years and knows where the sharks move and when. You bring nothing but yourself — he handles the rest.
Common Questions
New to it? See what to bring, whether it's catch-and-release, and what to expect on your first trip.
Book Your Trip
Check your dates and lock in an evening on the water.
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Real Guests · Real Catches
Worth the Drive from Anywhere
"Excellent family experience! Chip had everything set up and ready when we arrived. He let our kids help send out the fishing lines. He even had everything for them to make frozen drinks while they fished. We caught 3 sharks — great experience for all ages!"
"Our family went on land based shark trip with Chip and it was amazing. Chip kept the whole family engaged and put us on some awesome sharks including a 6ft hammerhead. We will definitely be booking again!"
"Had an awesome trip shark fishing from the beach. All it took was a second and the rod tips were down with a 9' hammerhead on the line. My wife and both kids all had a hand in reeling this ol' boy in."
Call/text Chip: (251) 490-1728
The Only Trip We Run
Land-Based Shark Fishing
Gulf Shores, AL · Orange Beach, AL · Fort Morgan, AL · Gulf Beach, FL · Perdido Key, FL · Pensacola, FL
4 Hours
6 PM – 10 PM
No Group Size Limit
Families, parties & more
We Meet at the Beach
Public beach access points
Aqua Cat RC Bait Boats
No casting required
Bull Sharks & Blacktips
Gulf Coast's apex predators
Catch & Release
100% safe & responsible
What to Expect
We meet you at the beach. We fish from public beach access points across Gulf Shores, Fort Morgan, Gulf Beach, and Perdido Key, FL. Chip will coordinate the best nearby beach location for your trip when you book — no hassle, no marina, no boat ramp.
RC bait boats deploy baits well beyond the breakers, precisely where sharks are. No casting required — smooth, exciting, and accessible for all experience levels.
Relax on the beach with frozen drinks while waiting — Chip provides everything you need to chill between action. When a shark is hooked, take the rod and fight from the sand! From bull sharks to blacktips, every catch is carefully handled and safely released back into the Gulf.
No experience needed — just show up and enjoy! Every catch ensures these incredible predators continue to thrive for future anglers.
What to Bring
- Beach chairs
- Towels
- Sunscreen
- Personal snacks or drinks
Before Your Trip
Quick and easy. Most guests handle these online in just a few minutes, and Chip walks you through everything after you book.
Alabama Saltwater Fishing License
Purchase here →Florida Saltwater Fishing License (FL locations)
Purchase Online →Shore-Based Shark Fishing Course (Florida only)
Complete Course →
4 Hour Adventure
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM · $749
Deposit — Only $149
One flat price for your whole group. $749 covers everyone, with no per-person cost. Split between a family or a crew, it is one of the best values on the Gulf Coast.
No Group Size Limit · All Experience Levels
Gulf Shores, Orange Beach & Fort Morgan, AL · Gulf Beach, Perdido Key & Pensacola, FL. We bring everything — just show up and land a shark.
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30.2285° N · 87.5661° W
Your Guide · Perdido Key & Gulf Coast
Chip Gillikin
Shark Fishing Guide · Gulf Coast
Chip has spent years mastering land-based shark fishing along Alabama and Florida's Gulf Coast. With deep knowledge of shark behavior, tides, and the most productive stretches of beach from Fort Morgan to Perdido Key, he runs an operation built on safety, excitement, and conservation.
Using cutting-edge Aqua Cat RC bait boats to deploy baits well beyond the surf, every trip delivers maximum excitement with zero casting required — making it perfect for the whole family.
100% catch & release. Every shark goes back healthy.
Shark Adventure Catches · Alabama Gulf Coast
Trophy Room
Real catches. Real people. Every trip is a story worth telling.
Don't Take Our Word for It
Real Encounters
"My family and I are from Northern Wisconsin, and to catch a shark has been a life long bucket list to do since I was a young child. My son and I share a huge love for Marine life, sharks at the very top of our list, and Chip showed us an amazing unforgettable core memory. My girlfriend had an amazing experience catching her first shark with us — all 3 of us landed a shark our night of fishing. Thank You Chip!!"
Steve Matz
Northern Wisconsin
Family Trip · Gulf Shores
"Our family visited Gulf Shores from Oklahoma and my 5 year old son requested we go shark fishing. Chip had great communication before our trip, all 4 lines in the water within 10 minutes of arriving, and our first shark on the beach within 30 minutes! We caught 4 nice size sharks. He uses a RC boat to take the bait out past the sand bar where the sharks hang out, made us frozen drinks, and even took videos and pictures of our family. When we return to Gulf Shores we will 100% be booking with Chip again!"
Oklahoma Family
Oklahoma
Family Trip · Gulf Shores
"I never thought I'd fight a shark, but here we are! The RC bait boat is genius — no casting, no stress, just pure excitement when the reel screams."
Bob W.
Pensacola, FL
Girls Trip · Orange Beach
One Trip Per Night. Peak Evenings Book Out.
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Chip runs one trip each evening, so peak-season dates fill fast. Pick yours and lock it in.
Book My Shark AdventureOr call/text Chip directly: (251) 490-1728