Caloosahatchee River Fishing Reports (December 2025)

Caloosahatchee River Weather Forecast

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Dalton Rybka
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Reported: 5 days ago

The sheepshead bite has been on fire along with snook and trout! During these extreme winter lows the docks and grass flats have been producing

Dalton Rybka Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported: 5 days ago

The sheepshead bite has been on fire along with snook and trout! During these extreme winter lows the docks and grass flats have been producing

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Dan Muench
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported: 4 months ago

Out today with two teens. Hot. Water temp said 89 degrees! Redfish bite is still good! And some tarpon are still in the area!

Dan Muench Fort Myers, Florida Reported: 4 months ago

Out today with two teens. Hot. Water temp said 89 degrees! Redfish bite is still good! And some tarpon are still in the area!

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James Goodman
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported: 4 months ago

Been an incredible bite for big snook fishing 6 inch live threadfin herring on 30 lb leader with a 4/0 circle hook. Pitching the mangroves on a strong tide.

James Goodman Fort Myers, Florida Reported: 4 months ago

Been an incredible bite for big snook fishing 6 inch live threadfin herring on 30 lb leader with a 4/0 circle hook. Pitching the mangroves on a strong tide.

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Roland Willock
Cape Coral, Florida
Reported: 4 months ago

Weather has been a pain especially in the afternoons this time of year but getting it done!!!

Roland Willock Cape Coral, Florida Reported: 4 months ago

Weather has been a pain especially in the afternoons this time of year but getting it done!!!

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Jesse Calhoun
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Reported: 8 months ago

It's super easy to have fun on the water these days.

Jesse Calhoun Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported: 8 months ago

It's super easy to have fun on the water these days.

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Jon Fetter
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

Jon Fetter Fort Myers, Florida Reported: 9 months ago

The fishing has started to heat up down here like the temperature. There has been some really good redfish action lately although most have been on the smaller size. Shrimp tipped jig heads thrown up around the mangroves and oyster bars has been the go to method for them. The spotted sea trout bite had been great as of late. Shrimp under popping corks seems to be the bait of choice. Anglers have been picking up plenty of ladyfish and snapper as by catches. If you want to bend rods and make memories it has been a great time to do so.

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Tom Katz
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

Plenty of grouper and snapper in the gulf of America.

Tom Katz Fort Myers, Florida Reported: 9 months ago

Plenty of grouper and snapper in the gulf of America.

Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Red Grouper Fishing in

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Daniel Medina
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported: 10 months ago

Nearshore fishing has been good with big sheepshead, black drums and more. Offshore on the 10 hr trips, seeing big red grouper and other bottom dwellers. In the quad pic, that's a black drum. The others are pretty much all big red grouper.

Daniel Medina Fort Myers, Florida Reported: 10 months ago

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Captain is a real professional!! We were on snook minutes from leaving the dock. We caught Red grouper, gag grouper, mangrove snapper and snook. My wife and I highly recommend Captain James.
Jack L. | November 15, 2025

Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip
★★★★★
James is the man! He knew right where the fish would be. He was also great with our kids helping them and teaching them the ways, especially with our young daughter who beat us all. Both kids had a blast. Our family had a great time! We will definitely be going out with you againa. Thanks again, James!
Donald S. | August 11, 2025

Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip
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We had a phenomenal experience with James! He was knowledgeable and funny with a clean boat and excellent fishing equipment. Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Tammy P. | July 19, 2025

Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Captain Dalton did a great job and so knowledgeable of the area. His knowledge of the fish, areas to fish, is excellent. His old Florida mantra made the trip top notch. We will be looking for hIm on our next trip to FT. MYERS
Ronald K. | July 5, 2025

Trip: Fishing Thrills In Fort Myers
★★★★★
My son and I had a great time with Roland. We did the Inshore charter and were catching fish from the first cast. Took home some nice speckled trout. Looking forward another charter with Roland.
Brian S. | June 3, 2025

Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Cape Coral
★★★★★
We recently have an awesome trip with Roland. He was extreamly patient with our Grand kids that were along. I would highly recommend this excursion to anyone. Jane
Jane N. | March 27, 2025

Trip: Inshore Fishing Charter Cape Coral
★★★★★
James was great and put us on the fish right away. Knowledgeable and friendly, our family had a great time.
Brandon C. | March 21, 2025

Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Reinaldo, was very communitive, checked with us three times to ensure we we would have best fishing experience possible. He was very forthcoming with his fishing techniques and knowledge of the river. The one thing both of us were pleasantly surprised about was that he not only provided an excellent guide service he fished with us, which allowed us an opportunity to watch his fishing tactics. He shared his knowledge which is greatly appreciated.
Paul A. | March 17, 2025

Trip: Caloosahatchee River Snook Fest!
★★★★★
Great day on the water!! James was very kind and very helpful. We enjoyed it so much we were glad we booked 2 fishing days with him! Thank you so much! Your a part of our families memories here in Fort Meyer The Roers
Beth R. | March 12, 2025

Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Amazing 2 days of fishing with Captain James! He is pleasant, knowledgeable and extremely helpful. He worked hard for us both days! I would highly recommend fishing with him! Thanks James. All the best to you our new friend! The Roers family
Beth R. | March 12, 2025

Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

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