Charlotte Harbor Fishing Reports (October 2026)

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Luke M.

Fort Myers, Florida

Reported 4 days ago

Fishing has been great. Redfish are in thick and still some nice snook being landed aswell

Luke M. Fort Myers, Florida Reported 4 days ago

Fishing has been great. Redfish are in thick and still some nice snook being landed aswell

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Luke M.

Fort Myers, Florida

Reported 4 days ago

7/29/26 - We only got maybe an hour of fishing in because the storms came quick, but here's a nice flounder we caught

Luke M. Fort Myers, Florida Reported 4 days ago

7/29/26 - We only got maybe an hour of fishing in because the storms came quick, but here's a nice flounder we caught

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Dalton R.

Fort Myers Beach, Florida

Reported 5 days ago

The redfish have been on fire! Schools are showing up. Snook fishing is still consistent in the mix

Dalton R. Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported 5 days ago

The redfish have been on fire! Schools are showing up. Snook fishing is still consistent in the mix

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Christopher L.

Cape Coral, Florida

Reported 6 days ago

The fall bite is starting to heat up on the flats. Redfish trout and snook are in and fishing has been on fire. Shark charters are also starting to pick back up as the water cools off a little bit as the fall comes in.

Christopher L. Cape Coral, Florida Reported 6 days ago

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William P.

Sarasota, Florida

Reported 1 week ago

Great trip, Mom, Dad and Son 4 hour inshore Caravelle Jack lots of mangrove snapper

William P. Sarasota, Florida Reported 1 week ago

Great trip, Mom, Dad and Son 4 hour inshore Caravelle Jack lots of mangrove snapper

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Tom K.

Punta Gorda, Florida

Reported 1 week ago

We have officially entered our fall bite season, redfish have started to school up and the migratory and river tarpon are in the harbor and they are biting! We have been catching many tarpon over 150lbs. The juvenile tarpon bite has been excellent with some beautiful snook mixed in too, come on down to Florida and make some fishing memories that will last forever

Tom K. Punta Gorda, Florida Reported 1 week ago

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Steven H.

Sarasota, Florida

Reported 1 week ago

Mangrove snapper biting from the beach 🏖️ in Sarasota 9/21/26. Snook, Black drum and Sheepshead also cooperating.
NO BOAT NEEDED!!!

Steven H. Sarasota, Florida Reported 1 week ago

Mangrove snapper biting from the beach 🏖️ in Sarasota 9/21/26. Snook, Black drum and Sheepshead also cooperating.
NO BOAT NEEDED!!!

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Austin O.

Placida, Florida

Reported 1 week ago

Fall Redfish bite is full swing

Austin O. Placida, Florida Reported 1 week ago

Fall Redfish bite is full swing

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James G.

Sarasota, Florida

Reported 1 week ago

The water temperatures seem to be finally cooling off and the fish are loving it.

James G. Sarasota, Florida Reported 1 week ago

The water temperatures seem to be finally cooling off and the fish are loving it.

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Jesse C.

Fort Myers Beach, Florida

Reported 1 week ago

Good fishing when I get out.

Jesse C. Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported 1 week ago

Good fishing when I get out.

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Had a great time with Brandon . He put us on the fish, and was knowledgeable about using the right techniques, and tackle. We also had fish to eat for the rest of our trip ! Thanks Brandon !!!!!
Ted B. | September 30, 2026

Trip: Cape Coral Inshore Excursion
★★★★★
I brought my son down for a weekend of cast and bkast. We soent all day Sunday with Captain Vasiliy aka The Russian Redneck. He runs a very nice wellcraft center consolw. Boat is in great shape with lots if room. We met at the boat launch around 0745 and after quick introductions we shoved off. A quixk stop at a marina baitshop on our way and the day began. We hit an area on tge way out fir maybe 30 min to catch some live baitfish and puahed offshore around 8-9 miles. Over our 8 hour charter we moved to several locations. If a spot got slow, pulled anchor and off to another. I didnt count total fish caught, but several dozen grunts, at least 15 grouper, a hog fish, some others im nor familiar with. We lost a couple big fish. Guessing they were goliaths. I will absolutely go fish with him again. If youre looking fir a friendlt captain who keeps you on the fish this is the one.
Kurt V. | September 29, 2026

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We had a great time out on the water with Captain Jerry! He made sure we had ice, water, and plenty of bait. The weather kept us inland a little bit but he was flexible and moved to where the fish were. Our boys were very excited to catch two sharks, two pufferfish, a catfish, and several other types of fish, some of which we were able to keep for dinner. Thanks Captain Jerry!
Amy G. | September 25, 2026

Trip: Fishing Inshore/Nearshore
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Amazing Will be doing again with Tom. Blown away.
Danielle J. | September 22, 2026

Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip
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We had an amazing time fishing with Capt. Mike today!! Pulled in some nice grouper and red snapper!! Recommend at least a 6 hour trip to pull in big fish! On the way back to shore we had the most comfortable ride sitting in beanbags! Would 100% recommend. Shawn and Christine
Christine D. | August 26, 2026

Trip: Sarasota Offshore W/ Capt Mike
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Captain Chris was amazing! He provided great communication before our iguana hunting trip and during. Captain Chris was great with his instructions for our 10-year old and 8-year old. He was also very considerate and had a great approach to dealing with kids. We saw quite a few iguanas, shot quite a few, and recovered quite a bit. Overall, it was a great experience and I'd highly recommend Captain Chris! Very knowledgeable and experienced!
Jonathan D. | August 24, 2026

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Bobby S. | August 23, 2026

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If anyone on this website is looking for a charter offshore in Sarasota, use Captain Mike! He is extremely professional, knows what he's doing and got us on the fish. Traveled out 50+ miles into the Gulf of America for a 3/4 day charter with my friends from Long Island and we started pulling grouper over the gunwales within minutes of dropping lines. No red snapper but had at least 20 grouper and a few nice mango snappers. Oh and a Goliath Grouper that found his way back in the rocks and broke off! That one hurt! If we got him up, I'd have been in the water for a pic. We had a killer time with fish, belly laughs and phenomenal weather. One of the best captains I have ever chartered by far! Seriously, this is your guy! While he still has his accent from Southie, he's a Floridian for sure! Had a great time with tight lines and fair winds!
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Charlotte Harbor Fishing Reports (October 2026)

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