Bradenton Beach Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Bradenton Beach

Matt Fueyo
Matt F.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
The bite has been productive. Inshore and nearshore bite has produced snappers that will reopen Jan 1. The redfish snook and trout are gorging on white bait before the water gets too cold. Good fishing good fun filling coolers
Matt Fueyo
Matt F. Sarasota, Florida Reported 1 year ago
The bite has been productive. Inshore and nearshore bite has produced snappers that will reopen Jan 1. The redfish snook and trout are gorging on white bait before the water gets too cold. Good fishing good fun filling coolers
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Matt Karwoski
Matt K.
Belleair Bluffs, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
One day, two charters.
Matt Karwoski
Matt K. Belleair Bluffs, Florida Reported 1 year ago
One day, two charters.
Gag Grouper Fishing in Belleair Bluffs, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Belleair Bluffs, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Belleair Bluffs, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Belleair Bluffs, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Belleair Bluffs, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Belleair Bluffs, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Belleair Bluffs, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Belleair Bluffs, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Belleair Bluffs, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Belleair Bluffs, Florida
Gag Grouper Fishing in Belleair Bluffs, Florida
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Alex Kirby
Alex K.
Bradenton, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Happy thanksgiving
Alex Kirby
Alex K. Bradenton, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Happy thanksgiving
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Cody Beckman
Cody B.
Tampa, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Inshore fishing and backcountry fishing has been extremely productive, averaging 30 fish days and the cooler water has redfish, trout and big snook fired up. The nearshore wrecks are holding good numbers of mangrove snapper and sheepshead with some spanish mackerel mixed in Weather has been ideal and looks to stay that way for the next few weeks. Definitely a great time of year to get on the water
Cody Beckman
Cody B. Tampa, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Inshore fishing and backcountry fishing has been extremely productive, averaging 30 fish days and the cooler water has redfish, trout and big snook fired up. The nearshore wrecks are holding good numbers of mangrove snapper and sheepshead with some spanish mackerel mixed in Weather has been ideal and looks to stay that way for the next few weeks. Definitely a great time of year to get on the water
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
Fishing in Tampa, Florida
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Matt Fueyo
Matt F.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Nearshore and inshore fishing has been on fire. We have been seeing some big schools of redfish moving through our waters. Snook are cruising the rocks in the jetties. Nearshore fishing has been fun. Gag groupers, lane snappers, mangroves and muttons too! Super fun on light tackle!
Matt Fueyo
Matt F. Sarasota, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Nearshore and inshore fishing has been on fire. We have been seeing some big schools of redfish moving through our waters. Snook are cruising the rocks in the jetties. Nearshore fishing has been fun. Gag groupers, lane snappers, mangroves and muttons too! Super fun on light tackle!
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Scott Flinn
Scott F.
Bradenton, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
The near shore bite has been really good catching a pile of lain snapper a few mangrove snapper a lot of grouper that are just throwbacks and some really nice hogfish, Inshore is redfish snook and trout The bite has been very good these cold fronts will slow it down we will start sheepsheeps fishing soon
Scott Flinn
Scott F. Bradenton, Florida Reported 1 year ago
The near shore bite has been really good catching a pile of lain snapper a few mangrove snapper a lot of grouper that are just throwbacks and some really nice hogfish, Inshore is redfish snook and trout The bite has been very good these cold fronts will slow it down we will start sheepsheeps fishing soon
Fishing in Holmes Beach, Florida
Fishing in Holmes Beach, Florida
Fishing in Holmes Beach, Florida
Fishing in Holmes Beach, Florida
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James Gibson
James G.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Water temperatures dropped this week after the recent cold front. Our customers had success targeting redfish and snook along deep edges. We are also enjoying catching Jack travellelll
James Gibson
James G. Sarasota, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Water temperatures dropped this week after the recent cold front. Our customers had success targeting redfish and snook along deep edges. We are also enjoying catching Jack travellelll
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Phil Pegley
Phil P.
Ruskin, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
People in West and Southwest Florida will not take the term hurricane season lightly .After the hit we took from Helene and Milton .as we patch up and pick up the pieces we quickly realize beautiful mother ocean still surrounds us and has so many positives to offer the water cleared quickly, and our Amazing fishery got right back on track booking through Captains experiences we got to meet Kai and Zach, snook , redfish, and trout. We're all first for them, and they were up for the challenge. Fall patterns have concentrated our fish. And persistence has paid off...
Phil Pegley
Phil P. Ruskin, Florida Reported 1 year ago
People in West and Southwest Florida will not take the term hurricane season lightly .After the hit we took from Helene and Milton .as we patch up and pick up the pieces we quickly realize beautiful mother ocean still surrounds us and has so many positives to offer the water cleared quickly, and our Amazing fishery got right back on track booking through Captains experiences we got to meet Kai and Zach, snook , redfish, and trout. We're all first for them, and they were up for the challenge. Fall patterns have concentrated our fish. And persistence has paid off with some of the nicest Snook of the year . and this past full moon has been stellar on resurging numbers of large speckled trout Get with Captains experiences and get your trips booked today
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Fishing in Tampa, Florida
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Fishing in Tampa, Florida
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Joe Burruezo
Joe B.
Tampa, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Redfish and trout action is heating up as the water and weather cool off!
Joe Burruezo
Joe B. Tampa, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Redfish and trout action is heating up as the water and weather cool off!
Fishing in Holmes Beach, Florida
Fishing in Holmes Beach, Florida
Fishing in Holmes Beach, Florida
Fishing in Holmes Beach, Florida
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Steven Herich
Steven H.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
The Fall temperatures are coming down along with Gulf temps bringing in many species of gamefish within casting distance from the shore. Expect snook, flounder, Redfish, Black drum, Sheepshead and others congregating in shallow water beach 🏖️ structures that you can walk to and fish. The beach is a great place to learn how to saltwater fish if you're new to the sport or a seasoned pro looking for a different approach than your usual boat trip. Remember, seasickness is never a concern, so you can focus entirely on fishing and fun 🎣. Tight lines from the beach!
Steven Herich
Steven H. Sarasota, Florida Reported 1 year ago
The Fall temperatures are coming down along with Gulf temps bringing in many species of gamefish within casting distance from the shore. Expect snook, flounder, Redfish, Black drum, Sheepshead and others congregating in shallow water beach 🏖️ structures that you can walk to and fish. The beach is a great place to learn how to saltwater fish if you're new to the sport or a seasoned pro looking for a different approach than your usual boat trip. Remember, seasickness is never a concern, so you can focus entirely on fishing and fun 🎣. Tight lines from the beach!
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Recent Bradenton Beach Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Great time! Very welcoming and alot of fun! Definitely booking again

    Tylan K. | July 17, 2026

    Trip: 4 Hour Trip – Neptune’s Feast

  • ★★★★★
    My guys had a great time on their fishing trip with Captain Nick! The trip was booked per my 10 year old son’s request, and he was accompanied by his step dad and grandpas. Nick was very pleasant and friendly, experienced, and treated my boy as one of his own. They all had a really great time and learned a lot during their trip. Thanks Captain Nick!

    Aj W. | July 17, 2026

    Trip: Tampa Bay Fishing - 22’ Aguasport

  • ★★★★★
    Frank was 5+ stars. Found some great spots, caught some big fish, and lets just say the fish tacos tonight were amazing.

    Skyler P. | July 17, 2026

    Trip: 8Hr Offshore Grouper - Best In FL

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great day out on the water with Steven picking up all different species from Triple Tail to Trout.

    Steven F. | July 16, 2026

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Alex is a consummate professional; demonstrates the uncommon ability to banter with and keep kids on the fish while being relatable to adults. If you want your crew to experience a great time and remain comfortable, this is your guy.

    Onni H. | July 16, 2026

    Trip: Bradenton Classic Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time with Dan. We caught plenty of fish and he was great with our kids. Highly recommend using Dan if you’re in the area and want to take the family out.

    Andrew K. | July 16, 2026

    Trip: 3-6 Hour Inshore/Nearshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We arrived at the Dock to meet the Captain and get our trip underway ,Captain Tommy was awesome right from the start not to mention very nice boat with a lot of room and very fast !!! He was an awesome Fisherman and would teach and show his skill’s and would answer any questions. Captain Tommy would absolutely put you right on the fish , if he didn’t like a spot he would drag and go somewhere else !! 10 out of 10 for us ,we would always book him if we are in the area. Hope to get him up to Destin sometime!!!

    Shawn S. | July 15, 2026

    Trip: 4-6 Hour Clearwater Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent trip! Great hospitality!

    Eric G. | July 15, 2026

    Trip: Clearwater Offshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had a rough day on the water. He is an amazing guide does everything and more to get you on fish and on the hook! I would highly recommend Matt as your next fishing guide! Great guy and very experienced when it comes to fishing the clear water area!

    Jason K. | July 15, 2026

    Trip: St Pete Tarpon Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Steven gave us a great trip catching fish. He was very knowledgeable and friendly and was a great experience overall. I recommend Captain Steven for those of you looking to take advantage of the Tampa experience.

    Dennis J. | July 14, 2026

    Trip: Shark Fishing Charter

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