Capt. Lou Baggett
+95Captain Lou Baggett offers you decades of fishing experience in Southwest Florida. Six generations of his family have fished some of the best backcountry waters of this area. A full-time U.S.C.G. licensed captain, he has been guiding anglers in his native SW Florida waters for over 40 years. Captain Lou provides more than a fishing charter, he provides a total fishing experience. Join him in Englewood and have a wonderful time fishing in Florida.
Whether you are looking for giant Tarpon fishing in Boca Grande and adjacent beaches or stalking Redfish, Snook, Trout, and other species in the backcountry, Captain Lou knows how to ensure your best catch. Being a native and having fished in the Boca Grande, Charlotte Harbor, Englewood (Lemon Bay), Placida, Venice, and Sarasota fishing grounds for so many years, he has the experience that most guides do not have.
Your trip will start on a 17’ Carolina Skiff center console. It can fit 2 anglers, runs on a 2022 70 HP Yamaha 4 stroke engine, and uses modern fishfinder and VHF radio technology. Also, the boat has got an ice-box and a livewell.
In order to attract the numerous species that inshore and backcountry waters have to offer, you will be using light tackle spinning. You are free to keep your catch and take it home if you want to. You can also bring your kids on the trip and enjoy a lovely family stay on the water.
Captain Lou will take care of all the fishing equipment, bait, and licenses. If you decide to keep your catch, he can clean and bag it for you at no extra charge. Before you come aboard, just make sure you have some food and drinks.
Pay a visit to Capt. Lou Baggett and enjoy a true fishing adventure in Florida!
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What are the trip rates for Capt. Lou Baggett?
Capt. Lou Baggett offers the following trips to customers:
- US $450 per group - Half Day Trip – Backcountry (AM) (4 hours)
- US $550 per group - Half Day Trip – Tarpon (AM) (5 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Capt. Lou Baggett?
When you book a trip with Capt. Lou Baggett, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Capt. Lou Baggett?
Trips booked with Capt. Lou Baggett include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does Capt. Lou Baggett offer?
Capt. Lou Baggett offers the following types of fishing:
- Nearshore Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Capt. Lou Baggett offer?
Capt. Lou Baggett offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Spinning
Which fish species can I catch with Capt. Lou Baggett?
Top targeted fish species with Capt. Lou Baggett include:
- Cobia
- Jack Crevalle
- Ladyfish
- Permit
- Pompano
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Spanish Mackerel
- Spotted Seatrout
- Tarpon
Meet your captain
Englewood, Florida, United States
Captain Lou was born in Osprey, Florida. For many generations, his mother's side of the family in SW FL were commercial fishermen and his father's side were outdoorsmen and recreational fishermen in the same area. Learning at an early age the value of giving back from both families is the core value of sharing Captain Lou's life with the beautiful natural resources. What a place to grow up for a kid who loves to fish! Early on, the captain was taught the impact and relationship that he played in sharing coastal islands, beaches, and bays with the marine and birdlife. It has been his life's undertaking to understand the relationship he shares with all creatures and to preserve that delicate balance so that many generations to come can enjoy what exists today. He has spent the majority of his life on SW Florida coastal waters, involving himself in keeping the waterways clean and educating people on the need to maintain a clean and unspoiled ecosystem.
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
Nearshore Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Spinning
What's on board
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License
How cancellations work
Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
Listing policies
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How to pay
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
What’s biting in Englewood right now
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Permit
Redfish
Snapper (Mangrove)
Spotted Seatrout
Tarpon