Late summer and fall are some of my favorite times of the year for Naples fishing and Marco Island fishing. The fishing remains excellent throughout Southwest Florida, and this time of year brings a great mix of species and different ways to fish. There is also noticeably less boat traffic, which makes a day exploring …
Late Summer and Fall Fishing Report in Naples and Marco Island – August 17, 2026 Read More »
Tarpon season is now in full swing across Southwest Florida, and the annual migration of the “silver kings” continues along the beaches of Naples and Marco Island just as expected this time of year. Anglers booking Naples fishing charters and Marco Island fishing charters are seeing excellent opportunities targeting migrating tarpon both along the coast …
Naples & Marco Island Fishing Report – May 20, 2026 Read More »
I’ve been spending most of my time lately tarpon fishing, with some backcountry trips mixed in as conditions allow. The main focus has been fishing off the beaches for the migrating schools of tarpon moving along the Naples and Marco Island coast. At the beginning of the run a few weeks ago, most of the …
Naples & Marco Island Fishing Report — May 9, 2026 Read More »
Tarpon season is underway in Southwest Florida, with fish in the backcountry and migrating along the beaches of Naples and Marco Island. Sharks are also a big part of the action right now, often mixed in with the tarpon and providing some serious fights. Snook are active along the coast, with good numbers of redfish …
May 2nd, 2026 Fishing Report – Naples & Marco Island: Tarpon, Sharks & Snook Action Read More »
Spring is one of the most exciting times of year for Naples fishing and Marco Island fishing, as warming water temperatures trigger a major transition in fish behavior across Southwest Florida. Anglers booking fishing charters Naples or Marco Island fishing charters during April and May can expect increasing opportunities targeting tarpon, sharks, snook, and redfish …
April & May Fishing in Naples & Marco Island: Tarpon, Shark & Snook Action Heats Up Read More »
Spring is settling in across Southwest Florida, and with it comes a noticeable shift in our fishing patterns. We’re starting to spend more time fishing the passes and along the beaches, while still keeping a strong bite going in the backcountry. This is a great time of year for charter fishing Naples and Marco Island, …
We had a three day cold front move through Southwest Florida this past week, bringing cloudy skies, cooler temperatures, and some much-needed rain. It definitely slowed things down for a few days but as always this time of year, that didn’t last long. The tide has turned, and we’re right back into classic spring conditions …
Naples & Marco Island Fishing Charters: Tarpon and Shark Season Kicks Off Read More »
The warm weather this past week has been a welcome trend as the water warms and clears. The gulf water is a very nice green blue with baitfish showing along the beaches and near shore wrecks. Mackerel, snook, snapper, pompano and other fish have shown. Jigs and spoons are working well. In the backcountry snook, …
Fishing in Southwest Florida continues to be excellent, especially throughout **Rookery Bay, Naples, and the Marco Island backcountry**. As water temperatures stabilize and clarity improves, anglers are seeing strong action across a variety of inshore species. If you’re looking for productive **Naples fishing charters** or planning a day on the water around Marco Island, this …
After a cool January and early February, the weather in Southwest Florida has warmed nicely and signs of spring are in the air. Water temperatures are rising, winds have laid down, and the backcountry around Naples and Marco Island is clearing up beautifully. In the backcountry, redfish and speckled sea trout have been active on …
Fishing Report for the Marco Island and Naples backcountry and off-shore Fishing Read More »