Charlotte Harbor Weather Forecast

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Marc Laurin
Marc L.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 4 months ago
The inshore bite is on fire ! Snook , Redfish, Trout! Spring is here and the fish are happy.
Marc Laurin
Marc L. Sarasota, Florida Reported 4 months ago
The inshore bite is on fire ! Snook , Redfish, Trout! Spring is here and the fish are happy.
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Steven Herich
Steven H.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 4 months ago
Here you go, and no boat needed.
Steven Herich
Steven H. Sarasota, Florida Reported 4 months ago
Here you go, and no boat needed.
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Vasiliy Obukhov
Vasiliy O.
Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Reported 4 months ago
Right now biting Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Hogfish, Grunts, fishing is pretty good 9 miles offshore right now
Vasiliy Obukhov
Vasiliy O. Lakewood Ranch, Florida Reported 4 months ago
Right now biting Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Hogfish, Grunts, fishing is pretty good 9 miles offshore right now
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Logan Hawthorne
Logan H.
Cape Coral, Florida
Reported 4 months ago
The reds and sheep's have been stealing the show.
Logan Hawthorne
Logan H. Cape Coral, Florida Reported 4 months ago
The reds and sheep's have been stealing the show.
Fishing in Matlacha, Florida
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Jose Nunez
Jose N.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 4 months ago
Been getting inshore slams lately
Jose Nunez
Jose N. Sarasota, Florida Reported 4 months ago
Been getting inshore slams lately
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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James Gibson
James G.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 4 months ago
Fishing has been good!
James Gibson
James G. Sarasota, Florida Reported 4 months ago
Fishing has been good!
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Marc Laurin
Marc L.
Sarasota, Florida
Reported 4 months ago
With the cool water we are experiencing, the nearshore reefs have been the ticket.
Marc Laurin
Marc L. Sarasota, Florida Reported 4 months ago
With the cool water we are experiencing, the nearshore reefs have been the ticket.
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
Fishing in Sarasota, Florida
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Vasiliy Obukhov
Vasiliy O.
Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Reported 4 months ago
Lots of Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Grunts and Redfish.
Vasiliy Obukhov
Vasiliy O. Lakewood Ranch, Florida Reported 4 months ago
Lots of Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Grunts and Redfish.
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James W.
Port Charlotte, Florida
Reported 4 months ago
The water is starting to warm up the fish have been very active this week
James Willis
James W. Port Charlotte, Florida Reported 4 months ago
The water is starting to warm up the fish have been very active this week
Fishing in Port Charlotte, Florida
Fishing in Port Charlotte, Florida
Fishing in Port Charlotte, Florida
Fishing in Port Charlotte, Florida
Fishing in Port Charlotte, Florida
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James W.
Port Charlotte, Florida
Reported 4 months 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
James W. Port Charlotte, Florida Reported 4 months 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.
Fishing in Port Charlotte, Florida
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Recent Charlotte Harbor Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing trip with Captain Bobby. He took us to 4 or 5 different spots, and plenty of fish at each spot. My grandson’s (7 and 10 years old) were fishing for the first time, and Captain Bobby was very patient and helpful with them. The trip exceeded our expectations!

    Steve R. | July 12, 2026

    Trip: Placida Inshore Experience

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    Dylan T. | July 4, 2026

    Trip: Flats And Backcountry Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Leighton was an absolutely fantastic guide, and great person. He was super knowledgeable, resourceful, and patient on our trip. He helped us get on some of our first saltwater fish on the fly, and made it an enjoyable time while doing so! I would 100% book another trip with Leighton.

    Trevin N. | June 25, 2026

    Trip: Fly Fishing Port Charlotte

  • ★★★★★
    Mike was an excellent guide. Hardworking, patient, and has the know-how to put you on the fish. We had loads of premium bait and he knew exactly where the bait and fish would be. Great experience!!!

    Matt T. | June 18, 2026

    Trip: 4 To 6 Hour Harbor Fishing TRips

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Bobby today. My son and I were able to catch 20+ fish with a few keepers for lunch!

    Dan S. | June 1, 2026

    Trip: Placida Inshore Experience

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    Michael was great! Had a great day fishing!

    Jameson L. | May 30, 2026

    Trip: Charlotte Harbor Inshore Fishing

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    Leighton is the kind of man that everyone enjoys fishing with.with his vast knowledge of his home waters leighton constantly will put you on fish.his attitude could not be better.we highly recommend leighton for any fly fishing journey. Leighton will exceed your expectations as a killer guide but also you will gain a friend you will not regret it Sincerely a happy fly fishing couple from Utah.

    Kevin C. | May 22, 2026

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    Captain Liam did a great job putting me on fish. His boat was clean and his gear was in great shape. His service was top notch and I’d absolutely go again if I’m in the area.

    Ben S. | May 19, 2026

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    David N. | May 5, 2026

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