Rotonda West Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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James Willis
Port Charlotte, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

The water is starting to warm up the fish have been very active this week

James Willis Port Charlotte, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

The water is starting to warm up the fish have been very active this week

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James Willis
Port Charlotte, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

I've been stalking and sight fishing and Fishing the backcountry on negative tides. Been catching redfish in less than a foot of water.

James Willis Port Charlotte, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

I've been stalking and sight fishing and Fishing the backcountry on negative tides. Been catching redfish in less than a foot of water.

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Tim Cornish with Cornhusker Charters
Punta Gorda, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Saturday's fun... Sunday they took all the pics and I didn't get any, but got a pompano in the back water canal's 😳first time for that not in the gulf!

Tim Cornish with Cornhusker Charters Punta Gorda, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Saturday's fun... Sunday they took all the pics and I didn't get any, but got a pompano in the back water canal's 😳first time for that not in the gulf!

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Christopher LeDrew
Cape Coral, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Today's trip

Christopher LeDrew Cape Coral, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Today's trip

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Jesse Calhoun
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Cold snap over, bigger fish starting to eat again

Jesse Calhoun Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Cold snap over, bigger fish starting to eat again

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Dustin Lambert
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Grouper bite has been solid!

Dustin Lambert Sarasota, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Grouper bite has been solid!

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Drew Underwood
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

The sheepshead bite has been good using live shrimp on the bottom fishing docks, oyster bars, and deep mangrove shorelines.

Drew Underwood Fort Myers, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

The sheepshead bite has been good using live shrimp on the bottom fishing docks, oyster bars, and deep mangrove shorelines.

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Brandon Douberly
Bartow, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Brandon Douberly Bartow, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Sheepshead season is in full swing and despite the colder days and extra layers for a comfortable day on the water, we are loading the boat with delicious fish. Sheepshead crowd into our area this time of year for the spawn and they are hungry and need to fill up to get through the hard days of spawn. Alongside the sheepshead, we are catching many other species such as redfish, black drum and mangrove snapper. All very fun and very tasty species. Cold days or warm days we are keeping the rods bent and having a lot of fun on the water with Floridaze.

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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!!!