Rotonda West Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Rotonda West

Brandon Douberly
Bartow, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Brandon Douberly Bartow, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

The last couple days have been nothing short of fishy, any and every species you can think of inshore and nearshore. The sheepshead bite has been as good as it’s ever been. Getting limits and personal best fish for customers. Lane snapper are plentiful on nearshore wrecks and reefs, and the redfish and trout have been keeping us busy inshore with a few snook mixed in.
The cold hasn’t slowed the bite down one bit. Fishing shrimp on jig heads for our bottom and structure dwelling fish and popping corks for the inshore fishing.
Sight fishing reds has been the go-to on grass flats, pot holes and mangroves. We’ve been catching upper slot trout and getting a few over slot gator trout on every outing. The bite is bound to stay hot with some of these strong flowing tides we get in the winter months.

Black Drum Fishing in Cape Coral, Florida

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Todd Walker
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Father, son and nephew day on the water fishing Sarasota Bay

Todd Walker Sarasota, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Father, son and nephew day on the water fishing Sarasota Bay

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Todd Walker
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Father and son fishing trip with several studs to boat and safely released.

Todd Walker Sarasota, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Father and son fishing trip with several studs to boat and safely released.

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Todd Walker
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Her first time fighting

Todd Walker Sarasota, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Her first time fighting

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Todd Walker
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

32"snook

Todd Walker Sarasota, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

32"snook

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Todd Walker
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Eight nice reds

Todd Walker Sarasota, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Eight nice reds

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Todd Walker
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Grandfather and granddaughter fishing trip with a stud red

Todd Walker Sarasota, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Grandfather and granddaughter fishing trip with a stud red

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Todd Walker
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

24 nice sheepshead to the . Kept 12 and released the other

Todd Walker Sarasota, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

24 nice sheepshead to the . Kept 12 and released the other

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★★★★★
It was a great experience especially for people like us from PA! Roland was great guide and very friendly and will go out of his way to make sure you get the fish and the iguanas! I I would recommend him for anybody else that wants the experience
Joey B. | April 27, 2026

Trip: Peacock Bass And Iguana Hunt Combo
★★★★★
Good time, perfect day. Capt Dalton moved around until we found fish. Highly recommended
Kevin S. | April 24, 2026

Trip: Fishing Thrills In Fort Myers
★★★★★
Highly recommend the iguana hunt. Had a great time. Will definitely book another hunt with Roland again.
Bill D. | April 24, 2026

Trip: Cape Coral Iguana Hunt
★★★★★
Knowledgeable & worked hard. Got a dozen snook despite wind & tough tide. Great tackle - good bait.
Drbob R. | April 23, 2026

Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Inshore 21’boat
★★★★★
We had an absolutely incredible day with Captain Roland! From the moment we got on the boat, he was attentive, personable, and made us feel completely comfortable. He was especially wonderful with our 9-year-old son—taking the time to teach him, encourage him, and make sure he was having the best time. We caught more fish than we ever expected, and the entire experience was relaxed, fun, and memorable. There truly isn’t enough good we can say about this trip. We’re already looking forward to booking again with Captain Roland!
Candace M. | April 21, 2026

Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Cape Coral
★★★★★
Trip was a lot of fun and John did a great job hitting different spots for us to catch fish.
Chad C. | April 20, 2026

Trip: Nearshore Reef & Wreck Trips
★★★★★
Very enjoyable charter with over 20 hookups in 4 hours. We requested targeting snook, redfish and any other "filet and release" species. Snook and redfish were abundant although many were short they were a great fight. Highly recommend Captain Andy.
Bonnie K. | April 20, 2026

Trip: 4-8 Hours Inshore Trip
★★★★★
My wife, Carolina, and I, had a great time with Captain Steve! He showed us not only the techniques of catching fish on the West Coast, but also a great time and he is a great showman! Captain Steve definitely knows what he’s doing! We will be back!🙌🎣
Rafael P. | April 19, 2026

Trip: Beach Fishing: Family-Friendly
★★★★★
My wife and I recently booked an afternoon fishing trip with Jose. Jose was very personable and immediately set us at ease. He has a great sense of humor and we laughed throughout the afternoon. More importantly, we caught fish from the beginning of the trip to the end. Jose knows these waters and where to find them. We caught many species (spotted sea trout, sheepshead, redfish, snook, pinfish, a shark, and the elusive triple tail). The sea trout were the most plentiful and made an excellent meal. Thanks Jose for a fun afternoon. We will book again the next time we are in the area!!
Jim L. | April 16, 2026

Trip: 4 Hour Trip – Fish And Fun
★★★★★
my two grandsons and I Iguana hunted with Logan and had a great time Logan is patient , knowlegeable of his hunting area . had lots of oppurtunities great fun and planning to go again next season
Bill B. | April 15, 2026

Trip: Iguana Hunt With Iguana DOG!!!