Lee Native Fishing Charters 

5.0
(13 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Point House Trail 4401, Captiva, FL 33924, United States

Lee Native Fishing Charters 

Captiva, FL, United States
23 ft
6
5.0
(13 reviews)

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Book your next trip with Lee Native Fishing Charters and find out what keeps anglers coming back to Bokeelia for more. Captain Cliff will be your guide, giving you access to years of local experience.

Bull Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Mangrove Snapper, Tripletail, Goliath Grouper, Gag Grouper, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, and more are in the cards, depending on conditions. On these trips, it's common to spin using light or heavy tackle. Capt. Cliffton also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Young ones are welcome, so get 'em offline and onto the water! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to keep their stamina going!

Your vessel for the day is a 23' Hanson center console that holds up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Lee Native Fishing Charters will make it easy for you to go fishing in Bokeelia. So, how about booking that trip?

Book your next trip with Lee Native Fishing Charters and find out what keeps anglers coming back to Bokeelia for more. Captain Cliff will be your guide, giving you access to years of local experience.

Bull Shark, Hammerhead Shark, Mangrove Snapper, Tripletail, Goliath Grouper, Gag Grouper, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Snook, Tarpon, and more are in the cards, depending on conditions. On these trips, it's common to spin using light or heavy tackle. Capt. Cliffton also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

Young ones are welcome, so get 'em offline and onto the water! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to keep their stamina going!

Your vessel for the day is a 23' Hanson center console that holds up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Lee Native Fishing Charters will make it easy for you to go fishing in Bokeelia. So, how about booking that trip?

Cliffton Utt
Captain
Cliffton Utt
17 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
Sheepshead
+1
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Redfish
Sheepshead
+2
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 hr Pm Shark Fishing Charter
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Sep 1
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Nurse)
Shark (Bull)
+2
US $750
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $900
Entire boat: up to 3 people
AM 5hr Goliath Grouper Charter
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 1
Grouper (Goliath)
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Pm 5hr Goliath Grouper Charter
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 1
Grouper (Goliath)
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour AM Trip – Tarpon Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Sep 1
Tarpon
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 3 people
8 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+4
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6hr PM Tarpon Charter
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Tarpon
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 3 people
8 Hour AM Trip – Tarpon Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Sep 1
Tarpon
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Rating

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

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Jack Maynor
Jack Maynor
us
Florida, US
Member since 2025
5.0
July fishing trip
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats (AM) on July 30, 2026

Captain Cliff came recommended by another captain at the last. Even with pending weather the Captain’s experience was evident. We were into trophy snook in no time and from there we moved on to trout. Unfortunately the weather became unsafe and we were unable to fish for the redfish, which I am sure would have been fun. I am impressed with Captain’s experience and knowledge and cannot wait for our next trip.

Reported catch:
Snook
Speckled Trout
Redfish
Cliffton Utt
Response from Captain

Thank you Jack!

Christopher Martinez
Christopher Martinez
Member since 2026
5.0
Full Day trip with Captain Cliff
8 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats on July 31, 2026

Captain Cliff is a true Lee County Native, and has been fishing the Gulf of America waters since he was young boy. He was extremely knowledgeable and professional, going the extra mile to make my full day trip a memorable experience. Definitely recommend, and will be booking again.

Reported catch:
Snook
Redfish
Sheepshead
Cliffton Utt
Response from Captain

Thank you Chris

Tyler Marks
Tyler Marks
Member since 2026
5.0
Full day trip with Capt Cliff
8 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats on May 9, 2026

Always a great trip with Capt Cliff very knowledgeable and will put you on the fish. From tarpon snook redfish trout snapper and everything in between highly recommend Lee native charters.

Reported catch:
Tarpon
Snook
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Cliffton Utt
Response from Captain

Thank You!

Esward Miller
Esward Miller
Repeat angler
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Caught Many Species
6 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats on May 21, 20262 adults

Great guide and experience, caught a whopper and wife as a bonus got to do some shelling

Reported catch:
Redfish
Snook
Speckled Trout
Daren Marks
Daren Marks
Member since 2026
5.0
May fishing trip
8 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats on May 16, 2026

Great local guide that will put you on fish. My family had a great time

Reported catch:
Redfish
Snook
Speckled Trout
Cliffton Utt
Response from Captain

Thank you Daren

FAQs about Lee Native Fishing Charters

Lee Native Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 hr Pm Shark Fishing Charter (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - AM 5hr Goliath Grouper Charter (5 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Pm 5hr Goliath Grouper Charter (5 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour AM Trip – Tarpon Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour AM Trip – Tarpon Fishing - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6hr PM Tarpon Charter (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Inshore/Flats (8 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour AM Trip – Tarpon Fishing (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Lee Native Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Lee Native Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (I use live bait on every trip. I have a huge 60 gallon live well loaded with as much bait as I can catch every day. I also like artificial and fly fishing if you would rather do that)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (I do not charge to clean the fish. I fillet and bag up the fish we have to keep at the end of every trip. Tips are appreciated)
  • Drinks (I have a cooler with bottled water guests. Otherwise bring what you want to drink)
  • Fishing license (Fishing licenses are included in the price of the trip)
Lee Native Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Lee Native Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Spinning
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Lee Native Fishing Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Cliffton Utt
Cliffton Utt

Captiva, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
13 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2025

Capt. Cliff grew up fishing the waters of Pine Island Sound and South West Florida. Cliff has a proven record of tournament wins and compiled a great group of regular clients who come back year after year to enjoy the exceptional fishing we have here. Come fish for Tarpon, Snook, Redfish and many other species and see what this great fishery is all about.

Cliffton Utt
Cliffton Utt
Fully verified
13
reviews
2025
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Cliff grew up fishing the waters of Pine Island Sound and South West Florida. Cliff has a proven record of tournament wins and compiled a great group of regular clients who come back year after year to enjoy the exceptional fishing we have here. Come fish for Tarpon, Snook, Redfish and many other species and see what this great fishery is all about.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Tripletail
Tripletail
Black Drum
Black Drum
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Bull Shark
Bull Shark

Real catches by this captain

  • Caught Many Species
    Esward M.
    Esward M.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Hanson
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
I use live bait on every trip. I have a huge 60 gallon live well loaded with as much bait as I can catch every day. I also like artificial and fly fishing if you would rather do that
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
I do not charge to clean the fish. I fillet and bag up the fish we have to keep at the end of every trip. Tips are appreciated
Drinks
I have a cooler with bottled water guests. Otherwise bring what you want to drink
Fishing license
Fishing licenses are included in the price of the trip

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Captiva to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
I Love having kids in the boat. I really would like for them to be atleast 5 though. I make sure to have all younger kids wear a comfortable life jacket while we are running
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

 American Express

What’s biting in Captiva right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
Grouper (Goliath)Grouper (Goliath)
PermitPermit
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon
TripletailTripletail

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