Port Charlotte Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Port Charlotte

Michael Castaldi
Michael C.
Punta Gorda, Florida
Reported 8 months ago
Fishing has been really good, even with the cold fronts coming through. It's not stopping the bite after these next few colder days are over; it will start to warm up, and the fish are gonna go crazy eating everything
Michael Castaldi
Michael C. Punta Gorda, Florida Reported 8 months ago
Fishing has been really good, even with the cold fronts coming through. It's not stopping the bite after these next few colder days are over; it will start to warm up, and the fish are gonna go crazy eating everything
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
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Bobby Ferrero
Bobby F.
Placida, Florida
Reported 8 months ago
The Redfish, sheepshead, and trout bite has been great the last two weeks. They're eating live shrimp. 20-40 fish days have been common.
Bobby Ferrero
Bobby F. Placida, Florida Reported 8 months ago
The Redfish, sheepshead, and trout bite has been great the last two weeks. They're eating live shrimp. 20-40 fish days have been common.
Fishing in Placida, Florida
Fishing in Placida, Florida
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Michael Manis
Michael M.
Punta Gorda, Florida
Reported 8 months ago
The fish of winter, the spotted sea trout
Michael Manis
Michael M. Punta Gorda, Florida Reported 8 months ago
The fish of winter, the spotted sea trout
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
Fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida
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Marc Laurin
Marc L.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 8 months ago
Winter is in the air! Pompano are on the flats along with trout and jacks and a few flounder, and sheepshead are on the rocks and nearshore reefs. It’s a great time to get out and put some meat in the cooler .
Marc Laurin
Marc L. Sarasota, Florida Reported 8 months ago
Winter is in the air! Pompano are on the flats along with trout and jacks and a few flounder, and sheepshead are on the rocks and nearshore reefs. It’s a great time to get out and put some meat in the cooler .
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Vasiliy Obukhov
Vasiliy O.
Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Reported 8 months ago
Right now we are catching a lot of Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Hogfish, Cobia.
Vasiliy Obukhov
Vasiliy O. Lakewood Ranch, Florida Reported 8 months ago
Right now we are catching a lot of Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Hogfish, Cobia.
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Andy Santana
Andy S.
Bokeelia, Florida
Reported 8 months ago
Sheepshead bite has been really good and will only get better as these cold fronts move in. Targeting them near structure, pilings, rock pilings along the beaches. Using small prices of shrimp on a 1/0 circle hook and a pinch weight.
Andy Santana
Andy S. Bokeelia, Florida Reported 8 months ago
Sheepshead bite has been really good and will only get better as these cold fronts move in. Targeting them near structure, pilings, rock pilings along the beaches. Using small prices of shrimp on a 1/0 circle hook and a pinch weight.
Fishing in Bokeelia, Florida
Fishing in Bokeelia, Florida
Fishing in Bokeelia, Florida
Fishing in Bokeelia, Florida
Fishing in Bokeelia, Florida
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Dalton Bryant
Dalton B.
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Reported 8 months ago
The sheepshead bite has really kicked off with the arrival of the cold fronts! Tight lines and good time! Always!
Dalton Bryant
Dalton B. Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported 8 months ago
The sheepshead bite has really kicked off with the arrival of the cold fronts! Tight lines and good time! Always!
Fishing in Saint James City, Florida
Fishing in Saint James City, Florida
Fishing in Saint James City, Florida
Fishing in Saint James City, Florida
Fishing in Saint James City, Florida
Fishing in Saint James City, Florida
Fishing in Saint James City, Florida
Fishing in Saint James City, Florida
Fishing in Saint James City, Florida
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Jesse Calhoun
Jesse C.
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Reported 8 months ago
Great action mostly right in calm back water any time of the day
Jesse Calhoun
Jesse C. Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported 8 months ago
Great action mostly right in calm back water any time of the day
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
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Dustin Lambert
Dustin L.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 8 months ago
Some shorter trips but it's been windy.
Dustin Lambert
Dustin L. Sarasota, Florida Reported 8 months ago
Some shorter trips but it's been windy.
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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James Gibson
James G.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 8 months ago
This colder weather has pushed the snook and jacks into the rivers and creeks. Redfish continue to be found near deeper channel edges/docks. Some black drum have started to show up while fishing with live shrimp around structure as well as pompano while fishing for trout on deeper grass edges.
James Gibson
James G. Sarasota, Florida Reported 8 months ago
This colder weather has pushed the snook and jacks into the rivers and creeks. Redfish continue to be found near deeper channel edges/docks. Some black drum have started to show up while fishing with live shrimp around structure as well as pompano while fishing for trout on deeper grass edges.
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Recent Port Charlotte Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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

    Trip: 8 Hours Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    We had a blast. The captain is was attentive and fun to be with. We will definitely do it again.

    Gregory W. | September 23, 2026

    Trip: 6 Hour Sarasota Fishing Trip

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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

    Trip: Iguana Hunts

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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!

    Andrew M. | August 23, 2026

    Trip: Sarasota Offshore W/ Capt Mike

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    Absolutely a blast. Great group, great coordination, and a genuinely fun evening from start to finish. It took some getting used to at first, since you basically have to identify the animals by color alone, but once you get the hang of it, it clicks fast and makes the whole thing even more interesting. Everything was well organized and the communication was spot on. I would do this again anytime. Highly recommended!

    Markus F. | August 20, 2026

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