Captiva Island Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Captiva Island

Ray Moses
Sanibel, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Fishing has been good the last few weeks

Ray Moses Sanibel, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Fishing has been good the last few weeks

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Dalton Rybka
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 month ago

Spring is here!

Dalton Rybka Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported: 1 month ago

Spring is here!

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Austin Metcalf
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Today's Trip

Austin Metcalf Bradenton, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Today's Trip

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Dalton Rybka
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

The sheepshead and trout fishing has been great after these cold fronts, surprised to see snook still eating with 57 degree water temp

Dalton Rybka Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

The sheepshead and trout fishing has been great after these cold fronts, surprised to see snook still eating with 57 degree water temp

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Mike Wagner with Reel Blue C Charters
Chicago, Illinois
Reported: 2 months ago

The inshore bite has been slow, but it's starting to heat up with the warm weather coming in Offshore the water clarity has affected the conditions for the last couple weeks, but we're now finally getting the water clear that were used to the wind has kicked up so we're...

Mike Wagner with Reel Blue C Charters Chicago, Illinois Reported: 2 months ago

The inshore bite has been slow, but it's starting to heat up with the warm weather coming in

Offshore the water clarity has affected the conditions for the last couple weeks, but we're now finally getting the water clear that were used to the wind has kicked up so we're unsure what it'll bring. The Boat will be grounded for offshore for a couple days at least

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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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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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Austin Metcalf
Bradenton, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Still catching some convicts in the bay and hogfish when the weather gives us the opportunity to get out!

Austin Metcalf Bradenton, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Still catching some convicts in the bay and hogfish when the weather gives us the opportunity to get out!

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★★★★★
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
★★★★★
Went out with Capt Ray on Tuesday He is pleasant and very helpful My 10 year old niece caught fish and that made our trip. Highly recommend Capt Experience and Capt Ray
Fred L. | April 2, 2026

Trip: Captiva And Sanibel Fishing Trip
★★★★★
James was great for myself and my 3 sons! Caught some big fish and multiple species.
David L. | April 1, 2026

Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Great guy. Definitely would book with him again and he
Paul C. | March 20, 2026

Trip: Captiva And Sanibel Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Kelly did a great job and put me on lots of fish. Great Captain! Tony C
Tony C. | February 21, 2026

Trip: Inshore Back Water Fishing Trip
★★★★★
A GREAT day fishing with Captain Al! Ended up booking for the COLDEST day possible in January but Cap’n Al found protected spots with great returns. We all three caught a bunch of Reds, snook, snapper and sheepshead. Cap’n Al is super experienced and a great navigator..which is ideal when out in any waters. He is also calm, funny and patient, with a kind manner. Had great equipment and plenty of bait for us to lose while trying to entice the fish! The boat is terrific, clean and very well kept, a comfortable and safe platform to fish from, and took the chop very well. He also kindly filleted our keepers to ensure we had a perfect dinner when we got home! An excellent fishing adventure and we will certainly be going out with him again. Thanks Cap’n Al, for a wonderful day!
Karen D. | January 22, 2026

Trip: 4 Hour Inshore
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
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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