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Captain 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!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Backcountry (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $450
    Enjoy a half day backcountry fishing trip targeting Redfish, Spotted Trout, Snook, and other species listed. You and the captain will spend 4 hours fishing around inshore islands and adjacent beaches. Bring nothing but some food and drinks.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Pompano
    Pompano
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Tarpon (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $550
    Tarpon trips run during May, June, and July only. You and Captain Lou will fish Englewood, Boca Grande, as well as Venice. Sight casting with spinning rods will be used to catch your targets. The trip starts at 6:00 a.m. and lasts until 11:00 a.m.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Spinning
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Great fishing, great stories

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Backcountry (AM) on November 5, 2024
My son and I had a great trip and caught six different species of fish, bringing home some very nice trout. Captain Lou...
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Half day backwater with Capt. Lou

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Backcountry (AM) on December 31, 2021
My son and I decided to try booking a trip at the last minute. Captain Lou took us on short notice and we had a great time....
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Anthony S.
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Back country fishing with Captain Lou

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Backcountry (AM) on January 25, 2023
Very knowledgeable and entertaining Worked hard to find fish.
Anthony S. recommends Capt. Lou Baggett
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Mike D.
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Half day trip inshore was perfect

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Backcountry (AM) on February 10, 2022
great time and caught trout, bass, jack C. and snook fish.  Lou is very knowledgeable about fishing and loves his work. ...
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September fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Backcountry (AM) on September 23, 2022
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FAQs about 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)

When you book a trip with Capt. Lou Baggett, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Capt. Lou Baggett include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Capt. Lou Baggett offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Capt. Lou Baggett offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning

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

Your captain

Lou Baggett
Englewood, Florida, United States
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Member since April 2018
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.

The fish you can target

Cobia Cobia
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish Ladyfish
Permit Permit

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
17 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 70HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques will you try?

Light Tackle
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

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