Fort Myers Beach Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Fort Myers Beach

Paul Halasz
Paul H.
Punta Gorda, Florida
Reported 8 hours ago
It's hot and it's that time of year were we have to dodge a few storms but the bites still great and there are plenty of fish to be caught. Getting close to the fall fishing bite and the reds should be schooling up soon
Paul Halasz
Paul H. Punta Gorda, Florida Reported 8 hours ago
It's hot and it's that time of year were we have to dodge a few storms but the bites still great and there are plenty of fish to be caught. Getting close to the fall fishing bite and the reds should be schooling up soon
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
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Ray Moses
Ray M.
Sanibel, Florida
Reported 1 day ago
Big snook around the docks
Ray Moses
Ray M. Sanibel, Florida Reported 1 day ago
Big snook around the docks
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Jesse Cannon
Jesse C.
Punta Gorda, Florida
Reported 2 days ago
Water temps are warming up, snook and juvenile tarpon bite are getting good especially with these bigger summer tide swings
Jesse Cannon
Jesse C. Punta Gorda, Florida Reported 2 days ago
Water temps are warming up, snook and juvenile tarpon bite are getting good especially with these bigger summer tide swings
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
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Kyle Ahlquist
Kyle A.
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported 1 week ago
Lots of trout snapper snook bite has been steady
Kyle Ahlquist
Kyle A. Fort Myers, Florida Reported 1 week ago
Lots of trout snapper snook bite has been steady
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Fishing in Saint James City, Florida
Fishing in Saint James City, Florida
Fishing in Saint James City, Florida
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Isaiah Torres
Isaiah T.
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported 1 week ago
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Isaiah Torres
Isaiah T. Fort Myers, Florida Reported 1 week ago
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Fishing in Cape Coral, Florida
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Robert Marty
Robert M.
Bonita Springs, Florida
Reported 1 week ago
HadGood fishing snook bite is on fire (no giants lol) mangroves are thick and the gag grouper inshore bite is turning up!
Robert Marty
Robert M. Bonita Springs, Florida Reported 1 week ago
HadGood fishing snook bite is on fire (no giants lol) mangroves are thick and the gag grouper inshore bite is turning up!
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
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Tim Rushing
Tim R.
Naples, Florida
Reported 2 weeks ago
Naples inshore fishing in August is as interesting as it is hot! The hot summer spawning activity of the snook is slowing down, but there are plenty of big ones still around, as they spread out from the passes into their usual haunts. What gets interesting, is the big redfish start to show up with more predictability as they begin to gather up for their on spawning fun in the fall. In addition to the gamefish, the are lots and lots of mangrove snapper at just about every spot we fish, that can quickly load up the cooler and cleaning...
Tim Rushing
Tim R. Naples, Florida Reported 2 weeks ago
Naples inshore fishing in August is as interesting as it is hot! The hot summer spawning activity of the snook is slowing down, but there are plenty of big ones still around, as they spread out from the passes into their usual haunts. What gets interesting, is the big redfish start to show up with more predictability as they begin to gather up for their on spawning fun in the fall. In addition to the gamefish, the are lots and lots of mangrove snapper at just about every spot we fish, that can quickly load up the cooler and cleaning table for a tasty fish dinner for those who like to eat fish! The big sharks are plentiful and ready for anyone who is ready to feel the most powerful predator in the backcountry pull line off of a big rod like it’s hooked up to a boat!


Naples inshore fishing for big snook in August, means fishing with big chunk of freshly cut threadfin herring, ladyfish, or mullet, under the mangroves, and patience. These fish will often stare at a piece of bait for a while, before finally decide to slurp it up. They are lazy, and want it fresh. if the angler is impatient, and keeps tugging and making the bait move, they will not eat it. Big fish know chunks of cut bait aren’t supposed to move! There are also plenty of snook in the passes, and under docks and other deep cutes, These fish want a nice medium sized pilchard or pinfish fed into their ambush point. There is nothing like that distinct thump when a snook hits that live bait!

The redfish are in the back country, but are starting to gather up towards the outside points, passes, cuts and docks, a
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
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Christopher LeDrew
Christopher L.
Cape Coral, Florida
Reported 2 weeks ago
Shark fishing has gotten on fiiireee lately. The flats are starting to heat up with a lot of trout and redfish.
Christopher LeDrew
Christopher L. Cape Coral, Florida Reported 2 weeks ago
Shark fishing has gotten on fiiireee lately. The flats are starting to heat up with a lot of trout and redfish.
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John Perry
John P.
Placida, Florida
Reported 2 weeks ago
Deep dropping trips are great right now.
John Perry
John P. Placida, Florida Reported 2 weeks ago
Deep dropping trips are great right now.
Fishing in Placida, Florida
Fishing in Placida, Florida
Fishing in Placida, Florida
Fishing in Placida, Florida
Fishing in Placida, Florida
Fishing in Placida, Florida
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Scotty Roe
Scotty R.
Port Charlotte, Florida
Reported 1 month ago
Yesterday's Trip booked through CE. They had a blast 💥
Scotty Roe
Scotty R. Port Charlotte, Florida Reported 1 month ago
Yesterday's Trip booked through CE. They had a blast 💥
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Recent Fort Myers Beach Reviews

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    Markus F. | August 20, 2026

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    Dalton was great with the kids! Caught a lot of fish.

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    Had a great time out on the water. Would highly recommend using Captain Brett

    Ryne S. | August 16, 2026

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    Al was great. We had a lot of fun and he was very knowledgeable.

    James R. | August 14, 2026

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    Damn Great Trip ! Damn Great Capt.! Capt Paul was very Professional and Super friendly. His knowledge of the water ways and the marine life was amazing. He lead us to the fish and we caught a bunch. Had a great time! Capt Paul really helpful with my grandson and definitely made his trip unforgettable! Thanks so much! 😁👍

    Frank D. | August 12, 2026

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    Clarice L. | August 11, 2026

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    I would give more stars if I could. Logan was a great guide and very knowledgeable about hunting SWFL. Kona was a great dog and one of the best parts of the trip was watching her retrieve the iguanas. When we do another iguana hunting trip we will definitely choose Logan as our guide!

    Matt C. | August 10, 2026

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    Jesse was friendly, knowledgeable and was very helpful with a group of semi-newbies to this type of fishing. I’m not sure what other activities Jesse is involved in but I think he is a budding stand up comedian as well. We had three previous trips cancelled before Jesse jumped in at the last minute to save the day. Thank you Jesse

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    He was amazing. I had several whinny kids with me and he was very professional, patient, and made it very fun for the kids. More than anything he instantly made me and the kids feel safe. He did an amazing job balancing safety and fun. This was an unforgetable experience. So happy we did it.

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