Sanibel Island Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Sanibel Island

Jon Fetter
Jon F.
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
The inshore bite has been as hot as the temps here in SW Florida. The seatrout bite is crazy good around the grass flats in 3-5 feet of water. Shrimp under a popping cork is the ticket. There have been some quality redfish hanging around the mangrove edges and oyster bars on higher water. Free lined pinfish or pins under a float will work best. Just remember to get out early to beat the heat as the bite has been over around 11 am.
Jon Fetter
Jon F. Fort Myers, Florida Reported 3 years ago
The inshore bite has been as hot as the temps here in SW Florida. The seatrout bite is crazy good around the grass flats in 3-5 feet of water. Shrimp under a popping cork is the ticket. There have been some quality redfish hanging around the mangrove edges and oyster bars on higher water. Free lined pinfish or pins under a float will work best. Just remember to get out early to beat the heat as the bite has been over around 11 am.
Redfish fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
Redfish fishing in Fort Myers Beach, Florida
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Dylan H.
Cape Coral, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Fishing has been great. Snook, snapper, and grouper are biting on pilchards and pinfish. Weather conditions are good and sunny!
Dylan Hood
Dylan H. Cape Coral, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Fishing has been great. Snook, snapper, and grouper are biting on pilchards and pinfish. Weather conditions are good and sunny!
Snook fishing in Fort Myers, Florida
Snook fishing in Fort Myers, Florida
Snook fishing in Fort Myers, Florida
Snook fishing in Fort Myers, Florida
Snook fishing in Fort Myers, Florida
Snook fishing in Fort Myers, Florida
Snook fishing in Fort Myers, Florida
Snook fishing in Fort Myers, Florida
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Jon Fetter
Jon F.
Fort Myers, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
The fishing has been really good both inshore and nearshore. The shallow water bite has been good for spotted seatrout and ladyfish. Plenty of keeper seatrout. Mostly caught in shrimp under a popping cork. The nearshore shark fishing has been crazy good with both size and variety! Cut bait and chumming is the key to getting them to feed.
Jon Fetter
Jon F. Fort Myers, Florida Reported 3 years ago
The fishing has been really good both inshore and nearshore. The shallow water bite has been good for spotted seatrout and ladyfish. Plenty of keeper seatrout. Mostly caught in shrimp under a popping cork. The nearshore shark fishing has been crazy good with both size and variety! Cut bait and chumming is the key to getting them to feed.
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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Dylan H.
Cape Coral, Florida
Reported 4 years ago
A lot of snapper and snook right now.
Snapper we can keep and they have to be 10" to keep and we have been limiting out almost every day.
Dylan Hood
Dylan H. Cape Coral, Florida Reported 4 years ago
A lot of snapper and snook right now.
Snapper we can keep and they have to be 10" to keep and we have been limiting out almost every day.
Snook fishing in Fort Myers, Florida
Snook fishing in Fort Myers, Florida
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Recent Sanibel Island Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing fishing experience with Captain Paul. We caught fish, and he taught us several fishing techniques. We even saw manatees and a stingray! We had a wonderful time. He also shared a lot of interesting information about the area. He’s super friendly, and we highly recommend him. At the end of our trip, he cleaned and filleted our catch, and we’re looking forward to enjoying it for dinner tonight!

    France A. | July 14, 2026

    Trip: SWFL Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    James was very professional & patient. Water conditions were not ideal due to previous day's storms but we had a great time, landed a Snook, & enough Mangrove Snapper for a great evening meal. Mike H.

    Mike H. | July 11, 2026

    Trip: Inshore Fishing Sanibel PineIsland

  • ★★★★★
    James was very knowledgeable about the fish we were trying to catch! Really had a great time caught many fish right off the bat. He also cleaned them all so we could est them. Thank you keep up the good work!

    Daniel L. | July 9, 2026

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’re thinking about booking a fishing charter, stop thinking and book with Captain James! Three of us hit the water expecting a good day—but we got an unforgettable one. We reeled in mangrove snapper, battled sharks, and hooked into tarpon! The rods stayed bent, the laughs never stopped, and Captain James knew exactly where to put us on the fish. Professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated to making sure everyone has an amazing time. Whether you’re chasing a trophy catch or just making memories with friends and family, Captain James is the one to call. We’ll definitely be back. Highly recommended!

    Alex E. | July 8, 2026

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
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    Dylan T. | July 4, 2026

    Trip: Flats And Backcountry Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We met James at the dock and he was all ready to go. We hooked up on some nice snook within minutes of leaving the dock. It was a great day. He is very professional, knowledgeable and did everything he could to make our trip enjoyable. We highly recommend him and look forward to another visit!

    Elizabeth L. | June 27, 2026

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Dayron was a fabulous guide. It began with great communication and ended with a bunch of snappers ready for the frying pan. Dayron was accommodating, knowledgable and a lot of un to fish with. I would highly recommend the next time you want to go fishing in the Captiva Island area.

    Norman B. | June 25, 2026

    Trip: SWFL Inshore/Nearshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip James is very knowledgeable of the area definitely would recommend

    Joel C. | June 24, 2026

    Trip: Fort Myers/Sanibel Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great experience. Unfortunately the Tarpon refused to bite apparently due to a weather change. Captain Randall is very knowledgeable and went above and beyond attempting to get a bite. Saw lots of fish and at least had the opportunity to reeled in a 8 foot Nurse shark. Can’t say enough about Captain Randall’s knowledge and experience. Would definitely recommend and book with him again.

    Scott M. | June 15, 2026

    Trip: Anna Maria Tarpon Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Isaiah was THE MAN!! Had us limited out on snappers within an hour then we headed to the snook honey hole! We caught around 30 fish and had an absolute blast! Cooked half our catch for dinner the same day! While he filleted fish he let me and my boys feed huge tarpon by hand! Just an amazing day on the water with Capt. Isaiah! Highly recommend

    Craig H. | June 11, 2026

    Trip: Inshore 4hr Trip

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