Punta Gorda Fishing Reports (July 2026)

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Placida, Florida

Reported 5 months ago

The Redfish, sheepshead, and trout bite has been great the last two weeks. They're eating live shrimp. 20-40 fish days have been common.

Bobby F. Placida, Florida Reported 5 months ago

The Redfish, sheepshead, and trout bite has been great the last two weeks. They're eating live shrimp. 20-40 fish days have been common.

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Michael M.

Punta Gorda, Florida

Reported 5 months ago

The fish of winter, the spotted sea trout

Michael M. Punta Gorda, Florida Reported 5 months ago

The fish of winter, the spotted sea trout

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Dylan T. | July 4, 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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★★★★★
Alex was a great guide, knowledgeable, patience, we found the tarpon and snook but we just couldn't get them to bite. Some days you're the hammer some days you're the nail. Definitely be back again.
David N. | May 5, 2026

Trip: Flats And Backcountry Fishing
★★★★★
Amazing trip! Caught a lot of fish and guide was great! We diffently will use him again
Marta G. | March 27, 2026

Trip: Shallow Waters, Big Memories
★★★★★
Liam was a terrific guide. Got me shots at Snook and Redfish. Got some Sea Trout. Expert, fun and a fine teacher. Knowledgeable about local scene as well. I had a great time with Liam and will book him again. Ernie.
Ernest A. | March 2, 2026

Trip: Fly Fish The Flats Of Southwest FL
★★★★★
While it wasn't my best guided outing, it met all my expectations. Liam, my guide, was prompt, courteous, knowledgeable, and very helpful with me and I definitely recommend him for any future outings. My inexperience with redfish showed as Liam got me into plenty of fish that I missed. I did catch a sea trout as a consolation prize tho! While I had some email issues with my reservation with Captain Experiences, a quick note to their website mail drop took care of it. Their response was quick and effective. Captain Experiences very much made it an easy task to setup this guided trip. Definitely Recommend Liam and Captain Experiences for your next guided trip.
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