Captain Johnny Riggs 

5.0/5 (51 reviews)
 3192 Matecumbe Key Road, Punta Gorda, FL 33955, United States

Captain Johnny Riggs 

Punta Gorda, FL, United States
24 ft
4
5.0/5 (51 reviews)

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!

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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Rating

5.0
51 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (31)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
92%
Caught fish

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JIM ROCOLE
JIM ROCOLE
Repeat angler
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
excellent trip
4 Hour FlatsTrip WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on March 31, 20263 adults1 child
great personally, patience and great fishing knowledge caught snook
Ronald Bewersdorff
Ronald Bewersdorff
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
0
4.7
Verified
Fishing with Johnny
6 Hour Flats WEEKEND on March 14, 20263 adults
William Cummings
William Cummings
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
0
4.0
Verified
Fishing with Johnny
4 Hour FlatsTrip WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on February 20, 20263 adults
Barton Weisenfluh
Barton Weisenfluh
Repeat angler
us
Maine, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
4
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Johnny
6 Flats WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on February 20, 20232 adults
Ben Elandt
Ben Elandt
us
Oshkosh, WI, US
Member since 2025
1
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

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour FlatsTrip WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri)
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $600
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour FlatsTrip WEEKEND
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
US $650
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Flats WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri)
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $800
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Flats WEEKEND
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
US $850
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip –Shark, Tarpon, Goliath
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Aug 31
US $1,000
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

5.0
51 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (31)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
92%
Caught fish

All reviews (51)

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JIM ROCOLE
JIM ROCOLE
Repeat angler
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
excellent trip
4 Hour FlatsTrip WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on March 31, 20263 adults1 child
great personally, patience and great fishing knowledge caught snook
Ronald Bewersdorff
Ronald Bewersdorff
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
0
4.7
Verified
Fishing with Johnny
6 Hour Flats WEEKEND on March 14, 20263 adults
William Cummings
William Cummings
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
0
4.0
Verified
Fishing with Johnny
4 Hour FlatsTrip WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on February 20, 20263 adults
Barton Weisenfluh
Barton Weisenfluh
Repeat angler
us
Maine, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
4
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Johnny
6 Flats WEEKDAY (Mon-Fri) on February 20, 20232 adults
Ben Elandt
Ben Elandt
us
Oshkosh, WI, US
Member since 2025
1
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

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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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