Naples Backwater Fishing 🎣 Artificial Only🥇 

5.0
(52 reviews)
 
State licensed
 1575 Danford Street, Naples, FL 34112, United States–

Naples Backwater Fishing 🎣 Artificial Only🥇 

Naples, FL, United States
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16 ft
2
5.0
(52 reviews)

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Experience world-class inshore fishing in the pristine backwaters of Naples and the Everglades. Target Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, Black Drum, Jack Crevalle, Mangrove Snapper, Tripletail, Pompano, Blacktip Sharks, and more, depending on the season.

Fish from a 16' Dolphin flats boat built for shallow-water performance, accommodating up to two anglers. Trips focus on light-tackle artificial and plug lures, with fly fishing available upon request. All premium Shimano and G. Loomis rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Your fishing license and drinks are covered. Kids are welcome, alcohol is permitted, and fish cleaning is available for any legal harvest. Most trips are catch-and-release to protect the fishery.

Unplug and unwind: Escape the noise, forget your notifications, and enjoy the serenity of little to no cell service as we explore the backwaters. There's nothing like the quiet, the water, and the thrill of the next bite.

Simply bring sun protection and sunglasses I'll handle the rest.

Experience world-class inshore fishing in the pristine backwaters of Naples and the Everglades. Target Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, Black Drum, Jack Crevalle, Mangrove Snapper, Tripletail, Pompano, Blacktip Sharks, and more, depending on the season.

Fish from a 16' Dolphin flats boat built for shallow-water performance, accommodating up to two anglers. Trips focus on light-tackle artificial and plug lures, with fly fishing available upon request. All premium Shimano and G. Loomis rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Your fishing license and drinks are covered. Kids are welcome, alcohol is permitted, and fish cleaning is available for any legal harvest. Most trips are catch-and-release to protect the fishery.

Unplug and unwind: Escape the noise, forget your notifications, and enjoy the serenity of little to no cell service as we explore the backwaters. There's nothing like the quiet, the water, and the thrill of the next bite.

Simply bring sun protection and sunglasses I'll handle the rest.

Joshua Hyrczyk
Captain
Joshua Hyrczyk
21 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

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afternoon/night Snook light fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 6:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Feb 1
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+5
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Black Drum
+2
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Jan 2
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Black Drum
+2
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+4
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people

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5.0
52 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

96%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (52)

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Doug White
Doug White
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Awesome Guide/Awesome Trip
Half Day Trip on March 9, 2026 • 2 adults

Joshua knows where, when and how to get on fish. I wanted to catch my first snook and he did not disappoint. The first cast I took, I had my first photo worthy snook. After a few more fish during the morning, he pointed me to a productive wall of mangroves and a topwater connection on a 28” snook. Joshua is friendly, knowledgeable and a great dude, someone you’d be wanting to fish with often. When I return to the Naples area, this is the guy I’m calling. Great day, great equipment, great guy!

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Ladyfish
Nick Dahmen
Nick Dahmen
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great trip catching fish on Topwater
Half Day Trip on October 19, 2026 • 2 adults

Captain Josh puts you on active fish & the spots you fish are very scenic. Saw tons of fish, manatees, and hooked plenty of Snook/Tarpon!

Reported catch:
Snook
Tarpon
Joshua Hyrczyk
Response from Captain

Stoked you had such a great time dialing in those topwater bites and seeing the wildlife. Hope to have you back out on the skiff soon!

Scott McGarvey
Scott McGarvey
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Guide for Naples Flats Fishing!
Full Day Trip on April 13, 2026 • 1 adult

Just spent the day with Capt. Josh! Extremely talented, very personable, excellent teacher, increased my fishing knowledge, great day trip! Highly recommend Capt Joshua Hyrczyk @ naplesbackwatercharters! I've fished with a lot of Guides from Florida to Canada, Josh is excellent! I look very much look forward to our next trip!

Dave Hansen
Dave Hansen
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Captain Josh is Amazing!
Half Day Trip on February 4, 2026 • 2 adults

Amazing, just after one of the longest cold spells Southern Florida has seen, Capitan Josh still had his spots that did produce some good fish. Besides finding the fish, Josh will make it feel as if you were fishing with a good buddy with his friendly personality. Fished with some top rated tackle! Thanks for a wonderful time on the water.

Korbin Shelton
Korbin Shelton
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great trip.
Half Day Trip on June 17, 2026 • 2 adults

The captain was good. Fishing was slow at the beginning and we stayed longer then scheduled time to get on the fish.

FAQs about Naples Backwater Fishing 🎣 Artificial Only🥇

Naples Backwater Fishing 🎣 Artificial Only🥇 offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - afternoon/night Snook light fishing (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Naples Backwater Fishing 🎣 Artificial Only🥇, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Naples Backwater Fishing 🎣 Artificial Only🥇 include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Drinks (water is included please let me know of any special request I can usually accommodate.)
  • Fishing license (license is included and all anglers are covered. )
  • Fly fishing equipment
Naples Backwater Fishing 🎣 Artificial Only🥇 offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Naples Backwater Fishing 🎣 Artificial Only🥇 offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Naples Backwater Fishing 🎣 Artificial Only🥇 include:
  • Black Drum
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Ladyfish
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Joshua Hyrczyk
Joshua Hyrczyk
Naples, Florida, United States
5 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
52 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2023
I have spent over 20 years navigating and patterning the complex backwaters of Naples, Marco Island,10k islands and the Everglades. As a dedicated shallow-water specialist, my passion lies entirely in technical fly fishing and light-tackle artificial lure angling. I thrive on the strategy of the hunt and polling the shallowest flats, guiding anglers to their bucket-list backcountry catches. Whether you are a seasoned fly caster looking to refine your presentation or a light-tackle angler eager to explore the remote mangroves of Southwest Florida, my goal is to provide an elite, educational, and unforgettable day on the water.
Our Team
Joshua H.
Joshua H.
Captain
Joshua Hyrczyk
Joshua Hyrczyk
Fully verified
5
reports
52
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
I have spent over 20 years navigating and patterning the complex backwaters of Naples, Marco Island,10k islands and the Everglades. As a dedicated shallow-water specialist, my passion lies entirely in technical fly fishing and light-tackle artificial lure angling. I thrive on the strategy of the hunt and polling the shallowest flats, guiding anglers to their bucket-list backcountry catches. Whether you are a seasoned fly caster looking to refine your presentation or a light-tackle angler eager to explore the remote mangroves of Southwest Florida, my goal is to provide an elite, educational, and unforgettable day on the water.
The crew
Joshua H.
Joshua H.
Captain

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Black Drum
Black Drum
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

  • Two anglers proudly display a large snook aboard a small fishing boat on a calm river or backwater.
    Nick D.
    Nick D.
    Captain Josh puts you on active fish & the spots you fish are very scenic. Saw tons of fish, manatees, and hooked plenty of Snook/Tarpon!
  • Angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Snapper while fishing on a boat in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Mangrove Snapper
    Summertime backcountry action is firing up in Naples and Marco Island, delivering incredible fly and artificial-only fishing. Snook are spawning near the passes and outward mangrove points, aggressively crushing early-morning topwater plugs and well-placed baitfish flies on the moving tides. Redfish are tightly hugging the shade of the mangrove roots and shallow oyster bar weedless soft plastics and shrimp-mimicking fly patterns. Meanwhile, acrobatic juvenile tarpon are rolling in the deeper backcountry bays and creeks. also schools of jack crevalle roam the channels, ready to smash fast-stripped streamers and topwater plugs.
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large snook while fishing from a small boat along a palm-lined residential waterfront.
    Andrew S.
    Andrew S.
    Josh was amazing. Clean skiff, top of the line Shimano gear, totally knowledgable on the local fishery. I really wanted to catch my first snook, and within 10 minutes of fishing I boated multiple fish. 100% will be booking Josh again if I come back to Naples.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Snook caught while fishing on a boat in calm waters.
    Chris S.
    Chris S.
    Excellent knowledge of the area. Great experience! We will be back again!
  • Adult angler holding a large snook aboard a shallow-water fishing boat.
    Doug W.
    Doug W.
    Joshua knows where, when and how to get on fish. I wanted to catch my first snook and he did not disappoint. The first cast I took, I had my first photo worthy snook. After a few more fish during the morning, he pointed me to a productive wall of mangroves and a topwater connection on a 28” snook. Joshua is friendly, knowledgeable and a great dude, someone you’d be wanting to fish with often. When I return to the Naples area, this is the guy I’m calling. Great day, great equipment, great guy!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Snook caught while fishing in a mangrove area.
    Dave H.
    Dave H.
    Amazing, just after one of the longest cold spells Southern Florida has seen, Capitan Josh still had his spots that did produce some good fish. Besides finding the fish, Josh will make it feel as if you were fishing with a good buddy with his friendly personality. Fished with some top rated tackle! Thanks for a wonderful time on the water.
  • An angler proudly displaying a Redfish while fishing in a calm water environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Dennis W.
    Dennis W.
    Josh did a great job helping us thru the day and worked on finding fish the entire trip. My wife and I had a great time and will certainly book again with Josh when schedule permits.
  • A proud father and son duo displaying a large Snook caught during their fishing trip in a scenic coastal environment.
    Bryan T.
    Bryan T.
    we had a great morning. josh ckearly knows the water well. he worked hard to out us on fish snd we caught some great snook and thoroughly enjoyed our experience
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Snook while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    inshore fishing has been solid with good catches of redfish, snook, and trout. Redfish are being found around mangrove shorelines and oyster bars, with some larger fish showing up in deeper channels. Snook action is steady, especially near the passes and docks, with early mornings and evenings producing the best bites. The bite is strongest around tides, particularly during incoming water. Pompano are also starting to show up along the beaches, and mangrove snapper are plentiful around deeper flats and structure. As the weather cools in the coming weeks, expect more consistent action, especially on snook and redfish.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Snook while fishing on a calm day in a coastal waterway.
    Austin B.
    Austin B.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
16 ft
Year built
2002
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Dolphin
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 70HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Drinks
water is included please let me know of any special request I can usually accommodate.
Fishing license
license is included and all anglers are covered.
Fly fishing equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
Kids are welcome please let me know before the trip so I can provide youth life vest.
Catch and release allowed
Catch and release mandatory
Some species you may keep depending on season

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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
 PayPal
 Checks
 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Naples right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
LadyfishLadyfish
PompanoPompano
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
TarponTarpon
TripletailTripletail

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