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What are the best fishing charters in Naples?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 59 trips in Naples, and the most popular trips in the area are Nearshore Trip with Captain Phil guided by Phil, Naples Hook-Up guided by Brandon, and 4 Hour Trip - 20' Pathfinder guided by Brian.
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Other popular cities nearby for booking a charter include Cape Coral, Fort Myers Beach and Marco Island.
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What types of fishing charters are common in Naples?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular in Naples as well as inshore fishing, flats fishing, and nearshore fishing.
The most commonly sought after species in Naples are: 1. redfish, 2. snook, 3. speckled trout, and 4. tarpon.
The most common fishing techniques in Naples are light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and bottom fishing but artificial lure fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.
How much do Naples fishing charters cost?
in Naples prices can range anywhere from an affordable $250 to $3,000 and up, but the average price for a half day trip in Naples is $587. The average price for a full day trip in Naples is $1,360.
What month is best for fishing in Naples?
The most popular season for fishing in Naples is spring, and most anglers book their trips 11 days in advance.
Do I need a Naples fishing license and what are the bag limits in Naples?
If you’re thinking about a saltwater trip, you’re in luck! Our saltwater fishing tours in Naples don’t require you to purchase a fishing license – your group is covered by your boat’s captain. For freshwater trips, you’ll still need to purchase a license. See here for more information on fishing licenses, bag limits, and fishing season regulations in Naples. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations.
Naples Freshwater Fishing
Naples, Florida is a year-round fishery that offers a diverse range of fishing opportunities. The area is characterized by mangroves, shallow flats, inland canals, productive reefs, and wrecks, providing a variety of habitats for fish species. Backcountry charters are ideal for family adventures, targeting Snook, Redfish, Seatrout, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Sharks, and Flounder. Specialized fly fishing Tarpon trips are also available for those seeking a challenge. Full day trips offer access to deeper waters, where Snapper, Grouper, Cobia, Amberjack, King Mackerel, and Permit can be found. Extended deep sea charters provide opportunities to catch big game fish like Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and various big bottom dwellers.
Fishing charters in Naples provide fishing licenses and ensure compliance with Florida's strict fishing regulations. It is recommended to book with a reputable captain to ensure a safe and legal fishing experience. Naples Bay and Marco Island offer a variety of fishing charters to choose from.
Naples Inshore Fishing
Naples is surrounded by mangroves, flats, sandbars, jetties, and piers that harbor an abundance of inshore fish species. These are the perfect spots to target speckled trout, redfish, drum, ladyfish, pompano, snook, tarpon, and sheepshead. Many of these fish have a cult following or are on angler’s bucket lists. If either is true for you then Naples is the perfect place for your next trip.
Head to the backwaters and experience some of the best snook, redfish, and seatrout fishing in the state. Although pompano is less of a glamorous fish than tarpon and snook, they provide some of the most exciting fishing you can have on light tackle. This hard-charging fish is a member of the jack family and is exceptionally good to eat. If you love to throw flies, Naples is a great place to test your skills and target inshore fish that will give you a run for your money.
In the summer, there is nothing better on the paradise coast of Florida than tarpon fishing. This is what everyone is after and Naples is one of the best places to catch one. You'll have a good chance to catch a tarpon over 100 pounds but if the tarpon won’t bite, the snook will. Snook are a fantastic south Florida fish and this area has a ton of them in the mangroves. Both of these powerful fish can grow to giant proportions and are sought-after trophy fish.
Naples Nearshore Fishing
Naples, Florida is a beautiful city surrounded by mangroves and shallow flats for inshore anglers to explore, but while offshore, there are ample wrecks and reefs to troll or deep drop. This means the action is hot no matter what kind of angling you are after.
Further from shore, various species of grouper and snapper congregate near deep structures, and you can try your luck by dropping baited lines down to their feeding grounds. If you want something more fast-paced, head out and troll near reefs for Spanish mackerel, kingfish, and cobia. These fish explode on lures, fight hard, and grow into giants, all things that make the nearshore fishing in Naples second to none.
Popular Types of Fishing In Naples
Naples fishing charters offer a variety of options for anglers of all levels. The most common types of fishing charters in Naples include inshore, offshore, and backwater fishing. Inshore fishing charters are perfect for those who want to stay close to shore and catch species such as snook, redfish, and trout. Offshore fishing charters take anglers further out to sea to catch larger species such as grouper, snapper, and kingfish. Backwater fishing charters are ideal for those who want to explore the mangrove-lined estuaries and catch species such as tarpon, snook, and redfish.
Some of the most common fish to catch in Naples include snook, redfish, trout, tarpon, grouper, snapper, and kingfish. Depending on the type of fishing charter you choose, you may also have the opportunity to catch other species such as cobia, permit, and shark.
Naples fishing charters often visit landmarks such as the Naples Pier and the Ten Thousand Islands. These areas are known for their abundant fish populations and beautiful scenery. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, there's a Naples fishing charter that's perfect for you.
The Best Places To Fish In Naples
Naples, Florida is a prime destination for fishing enthusiasts. With its abundance of waterways and diverse marine life, there are plenty of great spots to cast a line. Whether you're looking for a peaceful day of fishing or an exciting fishing charter adventure, here are some of the best places to fish in Naples:
1. Naples Pier - A popular spot for both locals and tourists, Naples Pier offers great fishing opportunities for a variety of species, including snook, tarpon, and Spanish mackerel.
2. Gordon Pass - Located at the southern end of Naples Bay, Gordon Pass is a prime spot for catching snook, redfish, and trout. Fishing charters are available for those looking for a guided experience.
3. Ten Thousand Islands - This vast network of mangrove islands and shallow flats is home to a wide range of fish species, including snook, redfish, and tarpon. Fishing charters are highly recommended for navigating the area's complex waterways.
4. Rookery Bay Reserve - This protected estuary is a great place to fish for snook, redfish, and spotted seatrout. Guided fishing charters are available for those looking to explore the area's diverse ecosystem.
5. Marco Island - Just south of Naples, Marco Island offers excellent fishing opportunities for a variety of species, including snook, redfish, and tarpon. Fishing charters are available for those looking to explore the area's many waterways.
Other Things To Do In Naples
While Naples fishing charters are a popular attraction, there are plenty of other things to do in this vibrant Florida city. Take a stroll through the Naples Botanical Garden, explore the Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens, or visit the Naples Pier for stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico. For a taste of culture, check out the Baker Museum or the Naples Players at the Sugden Community Theatre. And of course, no trip to Naples is complete without a visit to the luxurious shops and restaurants on Fifth Avenue South.
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Naples Fishing Calendar
Species | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
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Amberjack | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |
Barracuda | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great |
Black Drum | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Fair | Fair | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal |
Black Grouper | Great | Great | Great | Great | Great | Good | Good | Good | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal |
Blacktip Shark | Good | Good | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Good | Good |
Bull Shark | Good | Good | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Good | Good |
Cobia | Fair | Fair | Great | Ideal | Great | Good | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Fair |
Florida Pompano | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal |
Flounder | Great | Great | Good | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Great | Great |
Gag Grouper | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal |
Goliath Grouper | Great | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great |
Hammerhead Shark | Good | Good | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Good | Good |
Hogfish | Good | Great | Great | Good | Good | Great | Great | Great | Good | Good | Good | Good |
Jack Crevalle | Great | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great |
Kingfish | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal |
Ladyfish | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Ideal | Ideal |
Lane Snapper | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal |
Mangrove Snapper | Great | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great |
Mutton Snapper | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Fair | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Fair | Fair |
Peacock Bass | Good | Good | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Good | Good |
Permit | Fair | Fair | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Fair | Fair |
Red Grouper | Ideal | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Great |
Redfish | Fair | Fair | Good | Great | Ideal | Great | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great |
Sheepshead | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal |
Snook | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good |
Spanish Mackerel | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Good | Great |
Speckled Trout | Great | Great | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Great | Great | Good | Good |
Tarpon | Fair | Fair | Good | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Good | Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair |
Tripletail | Fair | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Great | Great | Good | Fair |
Yellowtail Snapper | Fair | Fair | Good | Great | Ideal | Ideal | Great | Great | Great | Great | Good | Fair |
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