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Jesse Calhoun
Jesse C.
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Reported 12 hours ago
Fishing has been incredible
Jesse Calhoun
Jesse C. Fort Myers Beach, Florida Reported 12 hours ago
Fishing has been incredible
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
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Robert F.
Naples, Florida
Reported 12 hours ago
Had a group out that wanted to target sharks. We made it happen. Also lots of trout and mangrove snapper for the table
Robert Forte
Robert F. Naples, Florida Reported 12 hours ago
Had a group out that wanted to target sharks. We made it happen. Also lots of trout and mangrove snapper for the table
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Tyler Keegan
Tyler K.
Marco Island, Florida
Reported 6 days ago
Overslot Redfish are in, big snook are here, lots of smaller tarpon in the 40lb class, snapper and goliath grouper are still plentiful. Lots of sharks and even some sawfish.
And September's schedule wide open. Best fishing month of the year
Tyler Keegan
Tyler K. Marco Island, Florida Reported 6 days ago
Overslot Redfish are in, big snook are here, lots of smaller tarpon in the 40lb class, snapper and goliath grouper are still plentiful. Lots of sharks and even some sawfish.
And September's schedule wide open. Best fishing month of the year
Fishing in Goodland, Florida
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Robert Marty
Robert M.
Bonita Springs, Florida
Reported 2 weeks ago
HadGood fishing snook bite is on fire (no giants lol) mangroves are thick and the gag grouper inshore bite is turning up!
Robert Marty
Robert M. Bonita Springs, Florida Reported 2 weeks ago
HadGood fishing snook bite is on fire (no giants lol) mangroves are thick and the gag grouper inshore bite is turning up!
Fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
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Tim Rushing
Tim R.
Naples, Florida
Reported 2 weeks ago
Naples inshore fishing in August is as interesting as it is hot! The hot summer spawning activity of the snook is slowing down, but there are plenty of big ones still around, as they spread out from the passes into their usual haunts. What gets interesting, is the big redfish start to show up with more predictability as they begin to gather up for their on spawning fun in the fall. In addition to the gamefish, the are lots and lots of mangrove snapper at just about every spot we fish, that can quickly load up the cooler and cleaning...
Tim Rushing
Tim R. Naples, Florida Reported 2 weeks ago
Naples inshore fishing in August is as interesting as it is hot! The hot summer spawning activity of the snook is slowing down, but there are plenty of big ones still around, as they spread out from the passes into their usual haunts. What gets interesting, is the big redfish start to show up with more predictability as they begin to gather up for their on spawning fun in the fall. In addition to the gamefish, the are lots and lots of mangrove snapper at just about every spot we fish, that can quickly load up the cooler and cleaning table for a tasty fish dinner for those who like to eat fish! The big sharks are plentiful and ready for anyone who is ready to feel the most powerful predator in the backcountry pull line off of a big rod like it’s hooked up to a boat!


Naples inshore fishing for big snook in August, means fishing with big chunk of freshly cut threadfin herring, ladyfish, or mullet, under the mangroves, and patience. These fish will often stare at a piece of bait for a while, before finally decide to slurp it up. They are lazy, and want it fresh. if the angler is impatient, and keeps tugging and making the bait move, they will not eat it. Big fish know chunks of cut bait aren’t supposed to move! There are also plenty of snook in the passes, and under docks and other deep cutes, These fish want a nice medium sized pilchard or pinfish fed into their ambush point. There is nothing like that distinct thump when a snook hits that live bait!

The redfish are in the back country, but are starting to gather up towards the outside points, passes, cuts and docks, a
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
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Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
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Jamie Cox
Jamie C.
Marco Island, Florida
Reported 1 month ago
We just ended our last Kids Fishing Summer Camp! We had more than 20 kids over 8 days of fishing.
Jamie Cox
Jamie C. Marco Island, Florida Reported 1 month ago
We just ended our last Kids Fishing Summer Camp! We had more than 20 kids over 8 days of fishing.
Fishing in Goodland, Florida
Fishing in Goodland, Florida
Fishing in Goodland, Florida
Fishing in Goodland, Florida
Fishing in Goodland, Florida
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Tim Rushing
Tim R.
Naples, Florida
Reported 1 month ago
As we head into July and the full heat of summertime, the water is hot, and the fishing is responding accordingly.

The bait is still small, but the mangrove snapper love it, and you never know what else is gonna eat it in the mangroves. We have chances at funsized tarpon, snook, redfish, jacks, ladyfish and the list goes on.

When we focus on big fish, we use big bait, and in the warm water, freshly cut chunks of big bait will out fish the live ones. Big snook and redfish are lazy this time of the year, and prefer...
Tim Rushing
Tim R. Naples, Florida Reported 1 month ago
As we head into July and the full heat of summertime, the water is hot, and the fishing is responding accordingly.

The bait is still small, but the mangrove snapper love it, and you never know what else is gonna eat it in the mangroves. We have chances at funsized tarpon, snook, redfish, jacks, ladyfish and the list goes on.

When we focus on big fish, we use big bait, and in the warm water, freshly cut chunks of big bait will out fish the live ones. Big snook and redfish are lazy this time of the year, and prefer
to sit back in their shady mangrove lined hiding places and slurp it up!

Big sharks are all over the back country. A freshly cut bloody bait usually won't last very long in the warm waters. Toss one out, and an outrageous drag ripping battle is sure to follow suit.

Whether you want to eat fresh snapper, battle snook, reds, tarpon, or get in the ring with a big bull or lemon shark, July is ready to provide the challenge.
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
Fishing in Naples, Florida
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Fishing in Naples, Florida
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Robert Marty
Robert M.
Bonita Springs, Florida
Reported 2 months ago
The last few weeks have been pretty solid bite with plenty of snook around and the mangroves have been all over in the bay
Robert Marty
Robert M. Bonita Springs, Florida Reported 2 months ago
The last few weeks have been pretty solid bite with plenty of snook around and the mangroves have been all over in the bay
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Tim Rushing
Tim R.
Naples, Florida
Reported 2 months ago
Naples Inshore Report for the first 2 weeks of June has been a been a mixture of great fishing, great eating, and refreshing rains! For anyone wanting to get a mess of fish for the table, we have been skipping shrimp and small pilchards in the mangroves for mangrove snapper. It hasn't been uncommon to get 30 fish in a trip that we could sort through for 10-15 to bring home. Redfish, snook, trout and jack crevalle are mixed in these catches.

For those fishermen into catching bigger spirtier fish, the big snook and big redfish are eating the bigger...
Tim Rushing
Tim R. Naples, Florida Reported 2 months ago
Naples Inshore Report for the first 2 weeks of June has been a been a mixture of great fishing, great eating, and refreshing rains! For anyone wanting to get a mess of fish for the table, we have been skipping shrimp and small pilchards in the mangroves for mangrove snapper. It hasn't been uncommon to get 30 fish in a trip that we could sort through for 10-15 to bring home. Redfish, snook, trout and jack crevalle are mixed in these catches.

For those fishermen into catching bigger spirtier fish, the big snook and big redfish are eating the bigger
baits, and cut baits in the mangroves, and around all the passes. There are some true trophy fish to be caught, but remember, snook are out of season, and any redfish must be under 27 inches to be a keeper.

For the pure sportsman, tarpon and sharks you d out, perhaps, the best month of the year to catch the trophy of a lifetime.

So if you wanna eaten, or just catch em, set up a trip and let's go get em!
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Steve Gould
Steve G.
Marco Island, Florida
Reported 2 months ago
Been out everyday. Now is the time for huge snook. Sharks, Goliath grouper and tarpon are easy to catch right now. The bite will stay that way for a while.
Steve Gould
Steve G. Marco Island, Florida Reported 2 months ago
Been out everyday. Now is the time for huge snook. Sharks, Goliath grouper and tarpon are easy to catch right now. The bite will stay that way for a while.
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Recent Marco Island Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Cooper was great, very knowledgeable of the waters

    Alina T. | August 15, 2026

    Trip: 3 Or 4 Hour Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    My granddaughter and her friend did not have Kodie, they had Cooper. He was excellent and they had a good time.

    Carl S. | July 31, 2026

    Trip: 3 Or 4 Hour Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    First class guide service!! Great time and a great captain!

    Travis M. | July 27, 2026

    Trip: Inshore Adventure Starts Here

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome person even better guide! He new what was up!

    Aiden M. | July 25, 2026

    Trip: Marco Island Nearshore

  • ★★★★★
    Dominic was an amazing captain! He was extremely knowledgeable about the various fish locations, he also taught our son some tips and tricks for future fishing which was so appreciative. Can’t wait to do this again!

    Tori H. | July 21, 2026

    Trip: Morning 2,4,or 8 Hour Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had Dominick as our captain and he was fantastic. We didn’t catch a ton of fish but it wasn’t for a lack of trying it was just one of those things. We did catch fish just not a ton or anything large on this trip. Would definitely book again.

    Robby S. | July 14, 2026

    Trip: Morning 2,4,or 8 Hour Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We lived our trip with Captain Landon. So knowledgeable and patient with very inexperienced fishermen!

    Allyson O. | July 12, 2026

    Trip: Afternoon Inshore / Nearshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Kyle was great and this fishing excursion was the highlight of our vacation! There were six of us so we kept him busy but he did great keeping bait on our lines and helping us when needed. It was a great experience and we would definitely do it again!

    Emily S. | July 11, 2026

    Trip: 3 Or 4 Hour Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    I did the 3 hour inshore charter with Captain Landon. Landon is passionate and knowledgable and will get you on fish.

    Victor K. | July 8, 2026

    Trip: Morning 2,4,or 8 Hour Inshore Trip

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    Was a blast! Great captain and great fishing

    Joe W. | June 26, 2026

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