Lakewood Ranch Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Lakewood Ranch

Steven Herich
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Sounds great Scott! Here's a first time keeper snook my client caught on his first attempt yesterday on the beach 🏖️.

Steven Herich Sarasota, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Sounds great Scott! Here's a first time keeper snook my client caught on his first attempt yesterday on the beach 🏖️.

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Chris Weir
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Catching lots of huge gag grouper they're out of season right now. But we are able to keep these huge mangrove snappers. We are catching in 45 feet of water with light gear.

Chris Weir St. Petersburg, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Catching lots of huge gag grouper they're out of season right now. But we are able to keep these huge mangrove snappers. We are catching in 45 feet of water with light gear.

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George Hastick
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

redfish bite has been on fire working the mangroves of the flats of St Petersburg. Throwing live bait and artificials

George Hastick St. Petersburg, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

redfish bite has been on fire working the mangroves of the flats of St Petersburg. Throwing live bait and artificials

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Alex Kirby
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Gag season 2024

Alex Kirby Bradenton, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Gag season 2024

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James Gibson
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

There are signs of fall in the air and the fishing seems to be really turning both inshore and nearshore.

James Gibson Sarasota, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

There are signs of fall in the air and the fishing seems to be really turning both inshore and nearshore.

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Alex Kirby
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Gag season is starting strong

Alex Kirby Bradenton, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Gag season is starting strong

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Wade Osborne
Tampa, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

It’s been a long hot summer, but relief is just around the corner. The days are getting shorter and soon the water temperatures will be dropping back into the 70’s. Once the water cools, the redfish and snook fishing will heat up. Mid-to-late September, and especially,… Read more

Wade Osborne Tampa, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

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George Hastick
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

George Hastick St. Petersburg, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Redfish action has been the ticket lately with fish ready and willing to take live bait, cut bait and arRedfish action has been the ticket lately with fish ready and willing to take live bait, cut bait and artificial baits. Snook have been biting on the moving tides on live sardines. Trout have been hitting Saltwater Assassins on a 1/4 oz jig head in 5-7 feet of water.ificial baits. Snook have been biting on the moving tides on live sardines. Trout have been hitting Saltwater Assassins on a 1/4 oz jig head in 5-7 feet of water.

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★★★★★
Had an amazing day on the water with Captain Joe! His deep knowledge of local fishing and boating made the trip so fun. Highly recommend his charter for a great day out!
Dan E. | November 27, 2025

Trip: 4 Hour Trip Inshore
★★★★★
Wonderful day on the water!! Very family friendly!!
Donna M. | November 26, 2025

Trip: Redington Shores Nearshore/Offshore
★★★★★
Fantastic day on the water with Captain Alex. I showed up to the dock a little early and everything was already dialed in—the boat was spotless, fully prepared, and stocked with fresh bait he’d caught that morning. Even on a quick half-day trip, we covered multiple areas and switched up tactics, starting with snook along mangroves and docks before moving on to speckled trout and mackerel. Captain Alex struck the perfect balance between being helpful and letting me fish how I wanted. He was always ready to assist, but also encouraged me to bait hooks, handle fish, and stay fully involved. The action stayed steady, and he offered great coaching and insight whenever I had questions. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I’d absolutely book with him again and look forward to getting back out there soon!
Scott S. | November 25, 2025

Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore
★★★★★
Outstanding experience with Alex and his skills and knowledge. Great day of fishing with everyone in the group catching a ton and we have a great time. Highly recommend!
Mike H. | November 25, 2025

Trip: Bradenton Classic Inshore
★★★★★
Booked a trip with Captain Cole and from the start there was good and timely communication. Brought my two younger boys who had a blast! Cole was patient, answered their 100 questions, and took us to nice spots where we pulled out some nice fish and the boys were thrilled! We had a blast!
Morgan H. | November 25, 2025

Trip: Sarasota Inshore/Nearshore
★★★★★
We had a great trip Taylor!! He was a great captain! We caught LOTS of fish. Super knowledgeable and such a pleasure to be around. We will definitely be calling him when we come back to Florida again. Top notch experience! Caught mackerel, trout, groupers, Jack fish, lady fish, lizard fish, catfish and we saw a dolphin. Thank you for a great experience!
Laura Q. | November 24, 2025

Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Bradenton
★★★★★
Joey put us on the fish almost instantly once we stopped. First drop all 4 poles hit an it was hard to make time for lunch or drinks with our deck hand Linda keeping us lock an loaded with bait and tackle. Great people an a great time! Deff would recommend these guys for any of your fishing trips!
Keith H. | November 22, 2025

Trip: Offshore Fishing 4-8 Hours
★★★★★
Had lots of fun
Elam P. | November 13, 2025

Trip: 4 Hours Fishing Trip
★★★★★
What an amazing saltwater fishing experience Captain Austin provided my family and I. This trip included my Denise, my daughter, her husband, my grandson, and I. None of us are experienced saltwater fishermen but the Captain put us on fish right away and we all caught plenty all day. My grandson caught a nice red Grouper and a big hog fish and Denise caught 2 big hog fish. It was a great time for us all and thank you Captain Austin for a time together we will never forget.
James L. | November 11, 2025

Trip: Nearshore/offshore
★★★★★
Great time, great action. Very knowledgeable. Caught lots of different species. Highly recommend!
Scott J. | November 10, 2025

Trip: Inshore Trip Afternoon Action