Ochopee Weather Forecast
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Early November Fishing Report
Heading into November and the holidays at the end of the month, there are lots of great fishing opportunities ready to bite!
The water temps have started to cool into the comfort zone of just about every coastal fish in SW Florida, and they are eating heartily with vigor!
It is snook season till the end of the month, so now is the time to catch and eat one of the best-tasting fish in all of the land. Just about every trip has been providing a shot at a nice fish or two, and the bite...
Heading into November and the holidays at the end of the month, there are lots of great fishing opportunities ready to bite!
The water temps have started to cool into the comfort zone of just about every coastal fish in SW Florida, and they are eating heartily with vigor!
It is snook season till the end of the month, so now is the time to catch and eat one of the best-tasting fish in all of the land. Just about every trip has been providing a shot at a nice fish or two, and the bite...
Heading into November and the holidays at the end of the month, there are lots of great fishing opportunities ready to bite!
The water temps have started to cool into the comfort zone of just about every coastal fish in SW Florida, and they are eating heartily with vigor!
It is snook season till the end of the month, so now is the time to catch and eat one of the best-tasting fish in all of the land. Just about every trip has been providing a shot at a nice fish or two, and the bite is endless for the smaller ones on light tackle. They are eating pilchards, and right pilchards are abundant and easy to catch for a day of fishing.
Redfish are also eating pilchards, and this is that time of the year that trophy redfish and trophy snook can be caught at every inshore spot we fish!
Spotted Seatrout are starting to show up on every trip, and mangrove snapper are a non-stop source if delicious action!
The other big excitement going on right now are the big tarpon! They are stacked up in and around the passes and beaches, and they are here in force. They are gonna be here feeding heavily until the cold snaps cool off their bite, as they head south into the Keys and Everglades. They eat just about any bait we put in front of em, but they love a big mullet.
The fun-sized 10-30 pound tarpon are all over the backcountry bays and creeks and provide one of the ultimate acrobatic battles!
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Got it all
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October Fishing Report continues to be Red Hot as the waters cool!
If you want a redfish, now is the time for fishing in Naples! Redfish of all sizes, from giant over-slot fish to keepers, and even the little pups, are biting all over the mangroves around Naples. As the waters have cooled, we haven't had to resort to cut bait to sit and wait for them either. They are happily eating live pilchards, which are easily caught with the cast net at the start of the trip. One keeper redfish can feed several people, and they are highly regarded...
If you want a redfish, now is the time for fishing in Naples! Redfish of all sizes, from giant over-slot fish to keepers, and even the little pups, are biting all over the mangroves around Naples. As the waters have cooled, we haven't had to resort to cut bait to sit and wait for them either. They are happily eating live pilchards, which are easily caught with the cast net at the start of the trip. One keeper redfish can feed several people, and they are highly regarded...
If you want a redfish, now is the time for fishing in Naples! Redfish of all sizes, from giant over-slot fish to keepers, and even the little pups, are biting all over the mangroves around Naples. As the waters have cooled, we haven't had to resort to cut bait to sit and wait for them either. They are happily eating live pilchards, which are easily caught with the cast net at the start of the trip. One keeper redfish can feed several people, and they are highly regarded tablefare blacked or grilled on the 'half shell'.
In addition to redfish, the snook, mangrove snapper, jack crevalle, and fun-sized tarpon are actively feeding on the pilchards too, which keeps the fishing trip totally busy.
The snook have been running from the small fun-to-catch sizes to the big line-ripping escape wizards of the mangroves. October means snook season is in full swing, so any slot snook is fair game for the table! And anyone who knows, knows! Snook are one of the finest eating fish in all of Florida!
Mangrove fishing in October is also red hot! We are routinely bringing back a dozen or more big fat keeper mangrove snapper on every charter. These feisty fighters are also considered to be one of the best eating fish in the sea as well, and are great blackened or fried.
The fun-sized tarpon seem to be everywhere right now, and provide some of the most explosive excitement of the day, anytime we hook one.
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They wore out the fish!
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We're about to get into our busy season.
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Fishing Report for September has been fantastic!
The water temperatures have been starting to cool, ever so slightly, the bait is all over the beaches, and the fish in the back country are responding with vigorous appetites! The afternoon rains that have been very consistent have fired up the tarpon bite, and pushed those fun size tarpon down from the remote, tree covered creeks, into waters we can get baits to em!
If you want a snook, we are catching 20-30 each trip...mostly small, in the 20-24 inch size, with big slot sized chunks mixed in. That's non stop action...
The water temperatures have been starting to cool, ever so slightly, the bait is all over the beaches, and the fish in the back country are responding with vigorous appetites! The afternoon rains that have been very consistent have fired up the tarpon bite, and pushed those fun size tarpon down from the remote, tree covered creeks, into waters we can get baits to em!
If you want a snook, we are catching 20-30 each trip...mostly small, in the 20-24 inch size, with big slot sized chunks mixed in. That's non stop action...
The water temperatures have been starting to cool, ever so slightly, the bait is all over the beaches, and the fish in the back country are responding with vigorous appetites! The afternoon rains that have been very consistent have fired up the tarpon bite, and pushed those fun size tarpon down from the remote, tree covered creeks, into waters we can get baits to em!
If you want a snook, we are catching 20-30 each trip...mostly small, in the 20-24 inch size, with big slot sized chunks mixed in. That's non stop action on light tackle, and pilchards that even ol veteran guides love to spend a morning or afternoon bending some rods and ripping some lips!
Mixed in with those snook are countless mangrove snappers. These delicious fighters can add up quickly for anyone in the mood to eat what they catch.
Redfish are certainly eating, and the cooler waters have them ready to chase live bait again, as are some really nice spotted seatrout.
The funsized tarpon are my favorite fish to catch this time of year. Catching 20 to 30 pound fish, tail walking, jumping 4 feet in the air, and just being a light tackle menace is what it's all about!
Don't forget, in another 8 days, snook will be in season to keep, and there isn't a better fish to eat in all of Florida, so don't hesitate to call or book a trip if you want to get out on the water for a morning or afternoon of non stop fishing action, along with the chance for a trophy, or some flat out excellent table fare. All within minutes of the boat ramp!
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Don't have much for new pictures but lots of snook, reds, tarpon and snapper lately. Been slacking on the picture
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Naples & Marco Island Snook Fishing
Snook fishing has been excellent all summer, and I’ve been finding them in a variety of locations, from the passes and beaches to areas with strong current and structure. Snook fishing in Marco Island and Naples has been particularly productive, and we’ve had great success sight-fishing for snook along the beaches using live bait, as well as fly fishing. One of the biggest advantages of summer fishing in Southwest Florida is the gin-clear water in the Gulf of America, which creates incredible sight-fishing opportunities. Snook sight fishing in Marco Island is one of my...
Snook fishing has been excellent all summer, and I’ve been finding them in a variety of locations, from the passes and beaches to areas with strong current and structure. Snook fishing in Marco Island and Naples has been particularly productive, and we’ve had great success sight-fishing for snook along the beaches using live bait, as well as fly fishing. One of the biggest advantages of summer fishing in Southwest Florida is the gin-clear water in the Gulf of America, which creates incredible sight-fishing opportunities. Snook sight fishing in Marco Island is one of my...
Snook fishing has been excellent all summer, and I’ve been finding them in a variety of locations, from the passes and beaches to areas with strong current and structure. Snook fishing in Marco Island and Naples has been particularly productive, and we’ve had great success sight-fishing for snook along the beaches using live bait, as well as fly fishing. One of the biggest advantages of summer fishing in Southwest Florida is the gin-clear water in the Gulf of America, which creates incredible sight-fishing opportunities. Snook sight fishing in Marco Island is one of my favorite ways to target these fish because you can often see them cruising the shallow water before making a presentation.
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Had a group out that wanted to target sharks. We made it happen. Also lots of trout and mangrove snapper for the table
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Overslot Redfish are in, big snook are here, lots of smaller tarpon in the 40lb class, snapper and goliath grouper are still plentiful. Lots of sharks and even some sawfish.
And September's schedule wide open. Best fishing month of the year
And September's schedule wide open. Best fishing month of the year
And September's schedule wide open. Best fishing month of the year
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Target Species
- Get it while it's HOT!
- This species is in play.
- You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
- Couldn't tell ya! (no data)
Top Fishing Trips in Ochopee
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Marco Island
Kids Fishing Trip - 3 Hours
18 ft
1 - 12 People
From $550
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Marco Island
Kids Fishing Trip - 3 Hours
21 ft
1 - 6 People
From $550
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Eco Tour, Dolphin Watching in Goodland
Private Dolphin & Wildlife Tour
18 ft
1 - 6 People
From $450
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Eco Tour, Boat Cruise, Sunset Cruise in Goodland
Private Sunset Cruise
21 ft
1 - 6 People
From $450
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Marco Island
Kids Fishing Trip - 3 Hours
21 ft
1 - 6 People
From $550
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Inshore Adventure Starts Here
22 ft
1 - 4 People
From $500
Recent Ochopee Reviews
★★★★★
Kyle is an amazing guide. We had one of our best days of fishing ever. Conditions were tough but it didn’t phase Kyle he kept us on fish all day.
Allan A. | October 24, 2026
★★★★★
Captain Tim is hands down one of the best charter captains you could ask for when it comes to inshore fishing! He knows the water like the back of his hand and has an incredible ability to know when and where the fish are going to be. He handled our group of six with ease, making sure everyone was taken care of, having a great time, and, most importantly, getting the opportunity to catch fish. Keeping six people fishing and having a successful trip is no easy task, but Captain Tim made it look effortless with his experience, knowledge, and professionalism. If you’re looking for a captain who knows his waters, puts you on the fish, and makes sure everyone has a memorable day on the water, Captain Tim is your guy! I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an unforgettable inshore fishing experience!
Chong Y. | October 15, 2026
★★★★★
Had a great 4 hour trip with Captain Phil. He did a great job putting us on the fish, we all enjoyed the day. Highly recommend and will do again.
John M. | August 23, 2026
★★★★★
Captain Cooper was great, very knowledgeable of the waters
Alina T. | August 15, 2026
★★★★★
Brock is hilarious, charismatic, and kind captain. Throughout the whole trip he tried his absolute hardest to put us on fish, all while chatting with us and showing us Manatees, turtles, birds, etc. He is very knowledgeable about the area and clearly knows what he is doing. We highly recommend for anyone wanting to experience fishing a great time fishing in the Everglades, kids, teens, or adults. It is clear that he is dedicated to this job and will not stop trying to make it a successful day for you. Thanks Brock!
Cooper L. | August 4, 2026
Trip: 5-8 Hour Fishing Trip
★★★★★
My granddaughter and her friend did not have Kodie, they had Cooper. He was excellent and they had a good time.
Carl S. | July 31, 2026
★★★★★
First class guide service!! Great time and a great captain!
Travis M. | July 27, 2026
★★★★★
Awesome person even better guide! He new what was up!
Aiden M. | July 25, 2026
Trip: Marco Island Nearshore
★★★★★
Dominic was an amazing captain! He was extremely knowledgeable about the various fish locations, he also taught our son some tips and tricks for future fishing which was so appreciative. Can’t wait to do this again!
Tori H. | July 21, 2026
★★★★★
We had Dominick as our captain and he was fantastic. We didn’t catch a ton of fish but it wasn’t for a lack of trying it was just one of those things. We did catch fish just not a ton or anything large on this trip. Would definitely book again.
Robby S. | July 14, 2026
