Estero Fishing Reports (March 2025)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Estero

Steve Gould with Trophy Time Charters and More
Marco Island, Florida
Reported: 1 day ago

The last two weeks have produced many tarpon ranging from 70-170lbs. We also ran several Goliath grouper trips.

Jesse Calhoun
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 day ago

It's super easy to have fun on the water these days.

Jesse Calhoun Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported: 1 day ago

It's super easy to have fun on the water these days.

Perry Bedell
Naples, Florida
Reported: 3 days ago

Perry Bedell Naples, Florida Reported: 3 days ago

The March rush is here and we're fishing hard every day. We're on our transition into spring and good things are happening both inshore and offshore. Water temps have been on the rise which has led to increased activity with numerous different species. The bite with live pilchards has been picking up nicely in the backcountry. Snook, Redfish and jacks have been steady on all of our trips back there. There have some still been some winter time fish hanging around on the cooler mornings which have been nice for those seeking a meal. Sheepshead fishing has been very solid in the mornings with some Trout mixed in which have led to some great meals. Our offshore fishery is right on track and everything is showing up like clockwork. Big schools of Permit have been showing up and they've been complying nicely. We also will typically get a few shots at some Cobia while we're Permit fishing. There are also massive schools of Baracudas around as well which are always fun and have been eating artificals nicely. Further offshore there is a great snapper bite with other good action on the wrecks. Amber jacks, Jack crevalles, Cobia, Sharks, Baracudas, and Goliaths have been very steady. Our fishery will only get better from here on out as we progress further into spring. Our March calendars are basically almost full with a couple halfdays available here and there. April is beginning to fill up nicely as well. Spring yields some of the best charters of the whole year! Don't miss your opportunity to experience it.

Jon Fetter
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported: 3 weeks ago

Jon Fetter Fort Myers, Florida Reported: 3 weeks ago

The fishing has started to heat up down here like the temperature. There has been some really good redfish action lately although most have been on the smaller size. Shrimp tipped jig heads thrown up around the mangroves and oyster bars has been the go to method for them. The spotted sea trout bite had been great as of late. Shrimp under popping corks seems to be the bait of choice. Anglers have been picking up plenty of ladyfish and snapper as by catches. If you want to bend rods and make memories it has been a great time to do so.

Tom Katz
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported: 3 weeks ago

Plenty of grouper and snapper in the gulf of America.

Tom Katz Fort Myers, Florida Reported: 3 weeks ago

Plenty of grouper and snapper in the gulf of America.

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Travis Murphy
Bokeelia, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Bite has been solid the past week inshore for redfish, snook and trout and nearshore has been good up to 9 miles offshore for grouper grunts snapper and sheepshead last week when the wind has allowed us to get out there. Everything on shrimp because everything loves shrimp.

Phil Haley
Naples, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Awesome Amber, Jack grouper, snapper and barracudas awesome chips.

Phil Haley Naples, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Awesome Amber, Jack grouper, snapper and barracudas awesome chips.

Daniel Medina
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Nearshore fishing has been good with big sheepshead, black drums and more. Offshore on the 10 hr trips, seeing big red grouper and other bottom dwellers. In the quad pic, that's a black drum. The others are pretty much all big red grouper.

Daniel Medina Fort Myers, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

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Mark Yimin

07/14/2024

Estero, Florida

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07/14/2024

Estero, Florida

Mark Yimin

07/14/2024

Estero, Florida

★★★★★
100% will book with Robert from Running the Flats again. He is an experienced down to earth guide. Willing to go the extra mile to make the experience worthwhile and flexible on the fly. Robert is patient and willing to educate you on fishing techniques and strategies based on environmental factors going on at the time your trip. Easy to talk to and quick to respond. Will be booking him on our next trip.
Charles W. | March 15, 2025

Trip: Naples Fishing Adventure
★★★★★
Wonderful experience. Captain Mike was great and accommodated us wanting to go offshore, he got us catching fish quick even though there was a recent red tide that killed off a bunch of fish. He was super nice, let the kids ride up top with him when he was driving, kept us baited at all times and even cleaned our catches for us.
Jillian N. | March 15, 2025

Trip: FMB Fishing Trip
★★★★★
100% will book with Robert from Running the Flats again. He is an experienced down to earth guide. Willing to go the extra mile to make the experience worthwhile and flexible on the fly. Robert is patient and willing to educate you on fishing techniques and strategies based on environmental factors going on at the time your trip. Easy to talk to and quick to respond. Will be booking him on our next trip.
Charles W. | March 15, 2025

Trip: Naples Fishing Adventure
★★★★★
Wonderful experience. Captain Mike was great and accommodated us wanting to go offshore, he got us catching fish quick even though there was a recent red tide that killed off a bunch of fish. He was super nice, let the kids ride up top with him when he was driving, kept us baited at all times and even cleaned our catches for us.
Jillian N. | March 15, 2025

Trip: FMB Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Great day. Recommend Justin and will use him on future trips.
Sean V. | March 24, 2025

Trip: Inshore Insanity Ft Myers Beach
★★★★★
Very good time! Everyone had a chance at a snook! Granddaughters loved it and. Able to keep on in the slot limit!
Michael B. | March 23, 2025

Trip: Inshore Bay Trip - 23' Aqua Star
★★★★★
Awesome guy and worked hard to keep us on the bite- highly recommend!
Hoyt P. | March 23, 2025

Trip: Back Bay Trip – 27’ Carolina
★★★★★
Great charter, captain Marc was great.
Bart S. | March 22, 2025

Trip: Half-day Fishing Trip - 24’ Carolina
★★★★★
James was great and put us on the fish right away. Knowledgeable and friendly, our family had a great time.
Brandon C. | March 21, 2025

Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Reinaldo, was very communitive, checked with us three times to ensure we we would have best fishing experience possible. He was very forthcoming with his fishing techniques and knowledge of the river. The one thing both of us were pleasantly surprised about was that he not only provided an excellent guide service he fished with us, which allowed us an opportunity to watch his fishing tactics. He shared his knowledge which is greatly appreciated.
Paul A. | March 17, 2025

Trip: Caloosahatchee River Snook fest!
★★★★★
Steve was an amazing guide! He was very patient and kind and ensured we had a great day of fishing!
Lisa M. | March 16, 2025

Trip: Goodland FL Fishing Trip
★★★★★
We had a great time with Jason and David! They were a great fun team!!
Lisa M. | March 16, 2025

Trip: Iguana Hunting Veteran Guides
★★★★★
100% will book with Robert from Running the Flats again. He is an experienced down to earth guide. Willing to go the extra mile to make the experience worthwhile and flexible on the fly. Robert is patient and willing to educate you on fishing techniques and strategies based on environmental factors going on at the time your trip. Easy to talk to and quick to respond. Will be booking him on our next trip.
Charles W. | March 15, 2025

Trip: Naples Fishing Adventure
★★★★★
Wonderful experience. Captain Mike was great and accommodated us wanting to go offshore, he got us catching fish quick even though there was a recent red tide that killed off a bunch of fish. He was super nice, let the kids ride up top with him when he was driving, kept us baited at all times and even cleaned our catches for us.
Jillian N. | March 15, 2025

Trip: FMB Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Great day. Recommend Justin and will use him on future trips.
Sean V. | March 24, 2025

Trip: Inshore Insanity Ft Myers Beach
★★★★★
Very good time! Everyone had a chance at a snook! Granddaughters loved it and. Able to keep on in the slot limit!
Michael B. | March 23, 2025

Trip: Inshore Bay Trip - 23' Aqua Star
★★★★★
Great day. Recommend Justin and will use him on future trips.
Sean V. | March 24, 2025

Trip: Inshore Insanity Ft Myers Beach
★★★★★
Very good time! Everyone had a chance at a snook! Granddaughters loved it and. Able to keep on in the slot limit!
Michael B. | March 23, 2025

Trip: Inshore Bay Trip - 23' Aqua Star