Burnt Store Marina in Punta Gorda, Florida, offers premier access to Charlotte Harbor's legendary fishery. Anglers find exceptional inshore and nearshore opportunities across salt marshes, grassy shallows, and nearshore reefs. The channel entrance between the islands is a hotspot for Spotted Sea Trout, where jigging produces consistent action. Flats north and south of the marina hold schools of Redfish, especially during high tides in bordering creeks, while Snook congregate along mangrove shorelines and around the northern island.
Beyond inshore riches, the area delivers diverse gamefish. Permit fishing peaks from May to July, and Shark encounters are plentiful year-round with Blacktip, Bull, Bonnethead, and Nurse Sharks patrolling the waters. Deeper ventures yield Mangrove Snapper, Sheephead, and surprises like Gag Grouper. This destination connects anglers to Pine Island Sound, Matlacha, Boca Grande Pass, and Charlotte Harbor – all within easy reach.
Burnt Store Marina fishing charters cater to every style, from tranquil flats wading to battling pelagics. The blend of protected backcountry and open Gulf waters creates an unrivaled Florida fishing experience.