Venice Fishing Reports (March 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Venice

Jose Nunez
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 1 day ago

Been getting inshore slams lately

Jose Nunez Sarasota, Florida Reported: 1 day ago

Been getting inshore slams lately

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James Gibson
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 3 days ago

Fishing has been good!

James Gibson Sarasota, Florida Reported: 3 days ago

Fishing has been good!

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Austin Metcalf
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 6 days ago

Today's Trip

Austin Metcalf Bradenton, Florida Reported: 6 days ago

Today's Trip

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Marc Laurin
Sarasota, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

With the cool water we are experiencing, the nearshore reefs have been the ticket.

Marc Laurin Sarasota, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

With the cool water we are experiencing, the nearshore reefs have been the ticket.

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Vasiliy Obukhov
Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

Lots of Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Grunts and Redfish.

Vasiliy Obukhov Lakewood Ranch, Florida Reported: 1 week ago

Lots of Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Grunts and Redfish.

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James Willis
Port Charlotte, Florida
Reported: 1 week ago

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

James Willis Port Charlotte, Florida Reported: 1 week 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: 1 week 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: 1 week 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 weeks 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 weeks 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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★★★★★
Cot Lou was professional, prompt with communication. We had a great day catching fish, he was great with 16 year old grandson and cared about our comfort throughout the 4 hour trip. I would highly recommend him, have already referred him to friends.
Nancy S. | March 2, 2026

Trip: Slammin' Snook, Reds, And More
★★★★★
I highly recommend booking a charter with Captain Victor. He put together the perfect day for my family and myself. The boat is comfortable, a soft ride, and we caught fish all day long. JA
John A. | March 2, 2026

Trip: South West Florida Skinny Waters
★★★★★
Austin was a fine captain. Took good care of two small boys. Made sure they got on the fish. Would book him again. Very good 👍
Michael B. | February 28, 2026

Trip: Nearshore/offshore
★★★★★
Bill is an excellent captain and under his guidance my 8 year old son and I had a blast fishing. I was hoping for a relaxing first big water trip for my son and Bill delivered exactly that. All fishing and safety equipment was provided and we had great conversations. The only bad part of the trip was that it had to come to an end.
Michael V. | February 25, 2026

Trip: Private 4 Hour - Sarasota Bay
★★★★★
Jose was great and worked hard to find numerous spots where the fish were biting!
Brian F. | February 20, 2026

Trip: 4 Hour Trip – Fish And Fun
★★★★★
Had a great time in n board with captain Tim. He did a great job getting us on fish and we had a great day. Would definitely recommend.
Steve Z. | February 20, 2026

Trip: Inshore Trip - 23 Parker Custom
★★★★★
Chris did an awesome job guiding us on our iguana hunt. The day was very windy and he said that ther were a lot less iguanas out. He managed to find us some in the afternoon and stayed out a little longer to help us get some iguanas. We ended the day with 5 in the cooler, and we missed a few more. Chris was very patient with my boys and we had a great time!
Jarin S. | February 20, 2026

Trip: Cast And Blast Cape Coral
★★★★★
Great time out with the captain. Caught 20+ fish and enjoyed some great music.
Nate S. | February 19, 2026

Trip: 6 Hour Sarasota Fishing Trip
★★★★★
My uncle and I went out offshore and had a great trip! Vasiliy was awesome and made sure we were well taken care of. We’ll be back!
Ric M. | February 16, 2026

Trip: 4 Hours Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Roger was very knowledgeable of the bay. He put us on fish right after three very bad cold fronts in Florida. Very clean boat, and fun to talk to.
Anthony E. | February 12, 2026

Trip: Fly & Light Tackle Flats Inshore

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