Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge

Brian Acevedo
Brian A.
Naples, Florida
Reported 2 years ago
The bait is finally showing up on the beaches. The bite is slowing down in the afternoon due the heat. Lots of fun bites out there thoughs
Brian Acevedo
Brian A. Naples, Florida Reported 2 years ago
The bait is finally showing up on the beaches. The bite is slowing down in the afternoon due the heat. Lots of fun bites out there thoughs
Jack Crevalle Fishing in Naples, Florida
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Stanley Bryant
Stanley B.
Naples, Florida
Reported 2 years ago
Yes, the bigger mangrove snapper are inshore and near offshore right now. The redfish and snook have been plentiful and willing to eat live and artificial bait.
Stanley Bryant
Stanley B. Naples, Florida Reported 2 years ago
Yes, the bigger mangrove snapper are inshore and near offshore right now. The redfish and snook have been plentiful and willing to eat live and artificial bait.
Sheepshead Fishing in Naples, Florida
Sheepshead Fishing in Naples, Florida
Sheepshead Fishing in Naples, Florida
Sheepshead Fishing in Naples, Florida
Sheepshead Fishing in Naples, Florida
Sheepshead Fishing in Naples, Florida
Sheepshead Fishing in Naples, Florida
Sheepshead Fishing in Naples, Florida
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John M.
Naples, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
High seas have caused a lot of schedule changes and made fishing challenging. The Mahi bite has cooled as the wind and seas have blown the weed lines apart and trolling is picking up bits and pieces of grass. Our best luck has been finding patches of grass and chumming them to see if any mahi are lurking around.
John Minerva
John M. Naples, Florida Reported 3 years ago
High seas have caused a lot of schedule changes and made fishing challenging. The Mahi bite has cooled as the wind and seas have blown the weed lines apart and trolling is picking up bits and pieces of grass. Our best luck has been finding patches of grass and chumming them to see if any mahi are lurking around.
Mahi Mahi / Dorado fishing in Naples, Florida
Mahi Mahi / Dorado fishing in Naples, Florida
Mahi Mahi / Dorado fishing in Naples, Florida
Mahi Mahi / Dorado fishing in Naples, Florida
Mahi Mahi / Dorado fishing in Naples, Florida
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John M.
Naples, Florida
Reported 4 years ago
Mahi bite has been good
John Minerva
John M. Naples, Florida Reported 4 years ago
Mahi bite has been good
Blackfin Tuna fishing in Naples, Florida
Blackfin Tuna fishing in Naples, Florida
Blackfin Tuna fishing in Naples, Florida
Blackfin Tuna fishing in Naples, Florida
Blackfin Tuna fishing in Naples, Florida
Blackfin Tuna fishing in Naples, Florida
Blackfin Tuna fishing in Naples, Florida
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What's Biting in Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge

Recent Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge Reviews

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    Best fishing trip everrrrrrr! we got 9 snappers that we could bring home and eat! Besides those we could keep, we got countless amounts of small snappers we won a Guinness world record for the smallest snapper in our family history. Plus, we caught and released 3 catfish and a jellyfish! Thank you Captain Tim! (From the birthday boy :))

    Kenta Y. | May 10, 2026

    Trip: Red Hot! 🔥 Let's Go Fishing!

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    We had a blast at the tour Captain Tim gave us. He was very friendly, funny and knowledgeable. My youngest son told me what he would want for his birthday was a tour by him again!

    Kenta Y. | May 3, 2026

    Trip: Red Hot! 🔥 Let's Go Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent fishing trip! Tim was great at explaining things to us and provided a great experience. Would definitely recommend!

    Bill B. | April 16, 2026

    Trip: Red Hot! 🔥 Let's Go Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    Nice charter... caught good fish.

    Michael O. | April 12, 2026

    Trip: Red Hot! 🔥 Let's Go Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tim from Red Hot! Let’s go Fishing charter is the guy you want to pick for a great day of fishing. He knows where the fish are and how to catch them. We fished different ways and caught 5 different species of fish. The sheephead we caught were a nice size and ate them for dinner that night. Delicious!! My son and I had a great day of fishing with Captain Tim and will be booking him again!!

    Gabe D. | March 5, 2026

    Trip: Red Hot! 🔥 Let's Go Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    We had an absolutely fantastic day out on the water with Tim! From start to finish, the experience was top-notch. Tim is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and clearly passionate about what he does. He made everyone feel comfortable and ensured we were always in the best spots to reel in some great catches. The weather couldn’t have been more perfect—clear skies, calm waters, and just the right breeze to make the day even more enjoyable. It truly felt like the ideal setting for a memorable fishing trip. Tim went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed and that we were having a great time. Whether you’re an experienced angler or just looking for a fun day on the water, I can’t recommend a trip with Tim enough. We’ll definitely be booking again! 🎣🌊

    Bill M. | February 23, 2026

    Trip: Red Hot! 🔥 Let's Go Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Tim was a great host. He knows the back bays like they are his backyard. Took us to many different spots and we were able to get into same great fish. Tim was also great with my 14, 12, and 7 year old kids. Would call Tim again for a trip next time we are in town.

    Benjamin G. | December 29, 2025

    Trip: Red Hot! 🔥 Let's Go Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    My daughter, son in law, and I had an amazing trip today with Captain Tim. We caught a few snook and snapper and even had a few to take home to eat. Captain Tim kept us on good fishing spots. He was super helpful and was fun company on the boat. We will be returning for sure!

    Amy H. | May 17, 2025

    Trip: Red Hot! 🔥 Let's Go Fishing!

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time fishing with Capt Tim! His knowledge of the area maximized our time on the water, and his personality added to our enjoyment. Can’t wait to get out there again!

    David S. | October 29, 2024

    Trip: Red Hot! 🔥 Let's Go Fishing!

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