Sarasota Fishing Reports (April 2026)

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Terry Heller
Port Charlotte, Florida
Reported: 1 day ago

8 miles off shore : trout were located in Alligator Creek.

Terry Heller Port Charlotte, Florida Reported: 1 day ago

8 miles off shore : trout were located in Alligator Creek.

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Joseph Dephillips
Wesley Chapel, Florida
Reported: 3 days ago

Nearshore/offshore we caught 2 hammer head sharks , mackerel, sheepshead , mangrove snapper, gag grouper. Inshore , even the little girl was catching redfish!

Joseph Dephillips Wesley Chapel, Florida Reported: 3 days ago

Nearshore/offshore we caught 2 hammer head sharks , mackerel, sheepshead , mangrove snapper, gag grouper.

Inshore , even the little girl was catching redfish!

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Tim Cornish with Cornhusker Charters
Punta Gorda, Florida
Reported: 5 days ago

today's catch 👍

Tim Cornish with Cornhusker Charters Punta Gorda, Florida Reported: 5 days ago

today's catch 👍

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William Phillips
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 5 days ago

That was just a couple of fish we caught we were over 40 miles west in the Gulf of America, not in Bradenton

William Phillips Sarasota, Florida Reported: 5 days ago

That was just a couple of fish we caught we were over 40 miles west in the Gulf of America, not in Bradenton

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Andrew Crabtree
St. Petersburg, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

They're chewing brother.... 🙏🦀🌴

Andrew Crabtree St. Petersburg, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

They're chewing brother.... 🙏🦀🌴

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

The spring bite is on! Snook, trout and redfish are biting on the inshore seen and rock piles out in Tampa bay are producing sheepshead and large mackerel.

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

The spring bite is on! Snook, trout and redfish are biting on the inshore seen and rock piles out in Tampa bay are producing sheepshead and large mackerel.

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James Willis
Port Charlotte, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Starting to chase tarpon now The harbor is still at 72°. The fish are fighting hard. They are big this year and a lot of them.

James Willis Port Charlotte, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

Starting to chase tarpon now
The harbor is still at 72°. The fish are fighting hard. They are big this year and a lot of them.

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Joe Masi
Bay Pines, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Inshore snook bite is bananas redfish anywhere from 16-34 inches almost everyday half dozen or so plenty of big trout small flounder an decent pompano showing Nearshore kingfish bite is good Spanish Mack's great hogfish on fire groupers are still eating in shallow an plenty of big sheeps heading around...

Joe Masi Bay Pines, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

Inshore snook bite is bananas redfish anywhere from 16-34 inches almost everyday half dozen or so plenty of big trout small flounder an decent pompano showing
Nearshore kingfish bite is good Spanish Mack's great hogfish on fire groupers are still eating in shallow an plenty of big sheeps heading around and cudas an sharks are chewing

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Austin is a great captain! We really enjoyed our trip and will use him again in the future!
Meredith C. | April 2, 2026

Trip: Inshore Adventure - 26' Stapleton
★★★★★
Tom was great, my wife and I had a great time. We don't know a lot about fishing but with his tips and trick we were about to land a good haul. Thanks Tom
Josh G. | April 2, 2026

Trip: Half Day Tampa
★★★★★
Trip was only 4 hours but it was a great time. Didnt catch a lot of fish as it was an afternoon trip, but again it was fun. Had a great guide which made the trip enjoyable. Will def book another trip in the future.
Jared | April 2, 2026

Trip: Fishing Fun In The Florida Sun
★★★★★
We had an incredible day on the water with Captain Mike! We were a group of five, including three kids, and Mike worked his tail off to make sure everyone had a great time. He was patient, knowledgeable, and incredibly hardworking. By the end of the trip, every single one of us had reeled in at least one fish! If you're looking for a captain who will go the extra mile to put you on the fish and keep the whole family happy, Mike is your guy. Highly recommend!
Andrew W. | April 1, 2026

Trip: Sarasota Offshore W/ Capt Mike
★★★★★
Thanks Captain Frankie for the great time we had fishing with you. You put us on many fish, we did catch a few which were great. Can’t wait to do it again I don’t have pictures but what we did land was a lot of fun. Thanks for the great time.
Bruce | March 30, 2026

Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip
★★★★★
We had an excellent trip. Captain was wonderful. We caught a lot of fish. All over had a great day
John F. | March 30, 2026

Trip: Inshore Fishing Trip
★★★★★
We had the best time in the water with Joe! Great communication leading up to our departure, would highly recommend!
Lora S. | March 30, 2026

Trip: St Pete Sandbar Trip - 35'
★★★★★
The guide did a great job, would recommend.
Brent S. | March 29, 2026

Trip: Fishing Fun In The Florida Sun
★★★★★
Scott treated our family like royalty and they nailed the fish this morning. We booked through Captain Experiences and it was the best thing we could have ever done. What a Home run. Don't hesitate for one second. Book with Captain Experiences and ask for Scott. Fish and then celebrate.
Michael C. | March 29, 2026

Trip: Holmes Beach Fishing Frenzy
★★★★★
Great day on the water with Austin! 🎣 We caught lots of fish and had an all-around great experience. Highly recommend!
Troy R. | March 28, 2026

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