Captain Johnny Riggs 

5.0/5 (48 reviews)
 3192 Matecumbe Key Road, Punta Gorda, FL 33955, United States

Captain Johnny Riggs 

5.0/5 (48 reviews)
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3192 Matecumbe Key Road
Punta Gorda, FL, United States

Get ready to experience some of the most productive inshore and nearshore fishing possible with Captain Johnny Riggs! Located opposite Charlotte Harbor, you’ll set off from Punta Gorda – a prime location to fish the backwaters and skinny waters of the Peace River or Boca Grande. Come discover this incredible fishery for yourself!

Capt. Johnny was born and raised in this area, so it’s fair to say he knows a thing or two about casting a line here. He’ll customize your angling adventure to perfectly suit your needs. All ages are welcome aboard for a wonderful day on the water fishing for Sharks, Snook, and everything in between.

You’ll be casting off from a 24’ Proline center console, powered by a 150 HP Yamaha motor. She can comfortably accommodate up to 4 guests. Restored in 2016, this boat features all the modern amenities you’ll need for a successful day on the water. This includes Hummingbird electronics, a shallow water anchoring system, and a trolling motor for sneaking up on your target fish!

However you want to spend your day in the Punta Gorda area, Capt. Johnny has a trip to suit you. Choose between collecting shells on the local islands and fishing for species such as Redfish, Snook, Snappers, Sharks, and the huge Goliath Grouper.

When in season, you’ll also get the chance for an exciting face-off with the “Silver King” (Tarpon). Capt. Jonny uses a variety of techniques on his trips, such as trolling, jigging, drift fishing, bottom fishing, and even bowfishing. If there’s a fish you’d like to target or a technique you’d like to try, just let him know!

In his own words, this is the “best place to fish anywhere,” and Capt. Johnny will provide all the gear you need, as well as your fishing license. When you return to shore, he’ll even clean your keeper fish for you to take home.

With so many options, there’s definitely a trip for you, and you can be safe in the knowledge that you’ll be well looked after. Come cast off with Captain Johnny Riggs!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 48 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (31)

4 hour trip
Half day trip
A un-forgettable day with Captain Johnny Riggs!
+28

Angler rating

48
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

91%

Showing 1 - 5 of 48 reviews
Showing: 5 of 48 reviews
Ben Elandt
Ben Elandt
5.0
Verified
Fishing without Women
6 Flats WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on April 22, 20251 adult
Johnny’s boat and Equipment were top notch, very knowledgeable. Caught 1st fish 5 minutes into fishing.Really nice guy.. worked hard to find fish. And wasn’t stuck going shopping with the girls
1
Barton Weisenfluh
Barton Weisenfluh
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Johnny
6 Flats WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on February 20, 20232 adults
4
Mikaela Ayer
Mikaela Ayer
Bluford, IL
5.0
Verified
4 hour bay trip
4 Hour FlatsTrip WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on August 30, 20224 adults
It was a great trip and Captain Johnny knew exactly how and where the fish would be. Almost every cast, we were hooking and having fish bite as soon as we got to the spots! If looking for sharks though, recommend a 6+ hour though since we didn't realize or told that those types of fishing need longer amounts of time. But other than that small miscommunication, it was a great experience!
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Devon Riederer
Devon Riederer
Cape Coral, Florida
5.0
Verified
Half day trip
6 Flats WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on April 12, 20214 adults
Booked the trip and was greeted by a man who looked like a cross between Mathew McConaughey and a greek god. The legend of Capt Johnny Riggs is real. He set us up on fish and we were rippin lips in no time. If u want a captain that knows his shit and can shoot a steel target at 300yrd with his pistol this is the only charter u need. What u cant cast for shit? Capt Johnny Riggs will drop ur bait wherever u need with a flick of the wrist. Deff the only fishing charter il ever need in Punta Gorda
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James Kuykendall
James Kuykendall
Pembroke Pines, Florida
5.0
Verified
Flat's Trip, with Captain Johnny
4 Hour FlatsTrip WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on June 14, 20232 adults1 child
We got bait first thing in the morning, and were on the fish the whole time, Trout, Snook and Snapper.
Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout
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4 Hour FlatsTrip WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour FlatsTrip WEEKEND
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Flats WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Flats WEEKEND
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Sat, Sun)
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip –Shark, Tarpon, Goliath
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Aug 31
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 48 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (31)

4 hour trip
Half day trip
A un-forgettable day with Captain Johnny Riggs!
+28

Angler rating

48
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

91%

Showing 1 - 5 of 48 reviews
Showing: 5 of 48 reviews
Ben Elandt
Ben Elandt
5.0
Verified
Fishing without Women
6 Flats WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on April 22, 20251 adult
Johnny’s boat and Equipment were top notch, very knowledgeable. Caught 1st fish 5 minutes into fishing.Really nice guy.. worked hard to find fish. And wasn’t stuck going shopping with the girls
1
Barton Weisenfluh
Barton Weisenfluh
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Johnny
6 Flats WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on February 20, 20232 adults
4
Mikaela Ayer
Mikaela Ayer
Bluford, IL
5.0
Verified
4 hour bay trip
4 Hour FlatsTrip WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on August 30, 20224 adults
It was a great trip and Captain Johnny knew exactly how and where the fish would be. Almost every cast, we were hooking and having fish bite as soon as we got to the spots! If looking for sharks though, recommend a 6+ hour though since we didn't realize or told that those types of fishing need longer amounts of time. But other than that small miscommunication, it was a great experience!
0
Devon Riederer
Devon Riederer
Cape Coral, Florida
5.0
Verified
Half day trip
6 Flats WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on April 12, 20214 adults
Booked the trip and was greeted by a man who looked like a cross between Mathew McConaughey and a greek god. The legend of Capt Johnny Riggs is real. He set us up on fish and we were rippin lips in no time. If u want a captain that knows his shit and can shoot a steel target at 300yrd with his pistol this is the only charter u need. What u cant cast for shit? Capt Johnny Riggs will drop ur bait wherever u need with a flick of the wrist. Deff the only fishing charter il ever need in Punta Gorda
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0
James Kuykendall
James Kuykendall
Pembroke Pines, Florida
5.0
Verified
Flat's Trip, with Captain Johnny
4 Hour FlatsTrip WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on June 14, 20232 adults1 child
We got bait first thing in the morning, and were on the fish the whole time, Trout, Snook and Snapper.
Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Speckled Trout
0

FAQs about Captain Johnny Riggs

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
1973
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Pro-Line
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
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