Captiva Island Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Captiva Island

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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Scott Flinn
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 7 months ago

Lots of snook redfish and trout in the bay. Starting to see some tarpon show up. Offshore it's been too windy to get out there but there is Cobia and kingfish here now. Lots of snook redfish and trout in the bay. Starting to see some tarpon show up. Offshore...

Scott Flinn Bradenton, Florida Reported: 7 months ago

Lots of snook redfish and trout in the bay. Starting to see some tarpon show up. Offshore it's been too windy to get out there but there is Cobia and kingfish here now.
Lots of snook redfish and trout in the bay. Starting to see some tarpon show up. Offshore it's been too windy to get out there but there is Cobia and kingfish here now.

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Scott Flinn
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 7 months ago

Lots of snook redfish and trout in the bay. Starting to see some tarpon show up. Offshore it's been too windy to get out there but there is Cobia and kingfish here now.

Scott Flinn Bradenton, Florida Reported: 7 months ago

Lots of snook redfish and trout in the bay. Starting to see some tarpon show up. Offshore it's been too windy to get out there but there is Cobia and kingfish here now.

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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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Nick Kuhn
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 8 months ago

Tons of snook, redfish, and trout. Fishing has been great in between these cold fronts. The drag-screaming kingfish should be showing up right around the corner! Tarpon season will be coming quick!

Nick Kuhn Bradenton, Florida Reported: 8 months ago

Tons of snook, redfish, and trout. Fishing has been great in between these cold fronts. The drag-screaming kingfish should be showing up right around the corner! Tarpon season will be coming quick!

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Scott Flinn
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 8 months ago

Snook season is open.

Scott Flinn Bradenton, Florida Reported: 8 months ago

Snook season is open.

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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
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Captain Ray was knowledgable about area and fishing spots. He was a great guy and a well trained captain. However, we paid for 5 people on a charter and only 2 - 3 poles were ever in the water. This was due to high chop but still somewhat disappointing. I would try captain Ray again.
Marc M. | August 12, 2025

Trip: Captiva And Sanibel Fishing Trip
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Al was great got us on Fish!!!
Brian V. | March 12, 2025

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