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Fresh Fishing Reports from Naples

Tarpon and Permit update

May 19, 2025

Tarpon and Permit fishing is on! The last few days the bait schools have pushed in and the saying find the bait and you find the fish is sure accurate ! After waiting all spring and a colder winter the have arrived , oh by the way the wind is finally calming down!

Peak Spring Fishing

May 6, 2025

Kicking off the month of May exactly how it should start with sight fishing big Permit and Tarpon. This is the best time of the year to target these bucket list game fish and this is primetime to catch both of them in the same day. We have strong numbers of Tarpon migrating our beaches and there are massive schools of Permit offshore. These two fish will be our main emphasis over the next couple of months but that doesn't mean there aren't other options as well. There have still been some straggler Cobia hanging out offshore which has been nice while we look for Permit. Most of the wrecks offshore are also littered with Amberjacks which are fun to tease and throw artificial baits at. These are also great fly targets for any avid fly fishermen. Closeby there are great numbers of Snook inshore and nearshore. They're gearing up for their annual spawn and will be very hungry as we progress into summer. Our water clarity has been about as good as it gets which makes for some awesome sight fishing on all of the previous listed species. This is the peak time of the year for sport fishing in our area! We are looking forward to many great trips with all of our clients. Reach out to any of us with any questions you may have. Happy fishing!

EPIC TARPON FISHING

May 1, 2025

Tarpon season is in full swing down in swfl, if you want to get on one book a trip!

This goliath grouper was just one of many fish we had caught that day

Great day on the water for the kids

April 8, 2025

23 inch speckled trout

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What anglers said about fishing in Naples

Note the importance of tides vs times when booking a charter for optimal fishing

5.0 / 5

Note the importance of tides vs times when booking a charter for optimal fishing

Kids Time Fishing

Dress properly!!! The sun is intense and you may run into mosquitoes. Have plenty of water on hand and get ready to not only enjoy fishing but the Everglades and wildlife

5.0 / 5

Dress properly!!! The sun is intense and you may run into mosquitoes. Have plenty of water on hand and get ready to not only enjoy fishing but the Everglades and wildlife

Anchor Charters Of Naples

It was a great trip. The conditions were not perfect and the report said the fishing was slow. Sean moved us around and found a very productive spot. We caught about 30 fish and my son had a blast.

5.0 / 5

It was a great trip. The conditions were not perfect and the report said the fishing was slow. Sean moved us around and found a very productive spot. We caught about 30 fish and my son had a blast.

Dreamaker Fishing Charters

I recommend going with all in fishing charter. Captain Jim and his first mate Jackson were the best and made our experience for the eight of us as positive and memorable as it could’ve been.

5.0 / 5

I recommend going with all in fishing charter. Captain Jim and his first mate Jackson were the best and made our experience for the eight of us as positive and memorable as it could’ve been.

All In Deep Sea Fishing Charters

Research the fish you’re likely to catch, practice casting if it’s within your means, be patient and have fun

5.0 / 5

Research the fish you’re likely to catch, practice casting if it’s within your means, be patient and have fun

Artistic Angler Charters

Plenty of fish inshore/near shore. No need to go way out in the gulf if all you want to do is catch fish.

5.0 / 5

Plenty of fish inshore/near shore. No need to go way out in the gulf if all you want to do is catch fish.

Anchor Charters Of Naples

We caught enough fish to keep the kids happy. We were not just fishing......We wanted the full experance of shelling, fishing and sight seeing....we got all of it. And Dolphins as well!

5.0 / 5

We caught enough fish to keep the kids happy. We were not just fishing......We wanted the full experance of shelling, fishing and sight seeing....we got all of it. And Dolphins as well!

Capt Joey D Charters – Island Dreamer

Check for red tide and of course spring would be better. Do your homework and set expectations accordingly. Luckily our captain helped us with this prior.

5.0 / 5

Check for red tide and of course spring would be better. Do your homework and set expectations accordingly. Luckily our captain helped us with this prior.

Dreamaker Fishing Charters

Yes! Captain Bill also provided a small cooler with ice and waters as well as life jackets for our younger crew member (7 y/o). The kids had a blast!

5.0 / 5

Yes! Captain Bill also provided a small cooler with ice and waters as well as life jackets for our younger crew member (7 y/o). The kids had a blast!

Kids Time Fishing

Book a Charter with Dreamaker and Sean will take all the worry out of a great fishing trip. Targeted or multi species let Sean's experience work for you.

5.0 / 5

Book a Charter with Dreamaker and Sean will take all the worry out of a great fishing trip. Targeted or multi species let Sean's experience work for you.

Dreamaker Fishing Charters

The cold weather makes the big fish more difficult to catch I reckon. That said, the variety was great with 15 or so different fish in two days.

5.0 / 5

The cold weather makes the big fish more difficult to catch I reckon. That said, the variety was great with 15 or so different fish in two days.

Runnin the Flats 2

Live bait seemed to help immensely so end the day on a positive note by saving the live bait for last. Chartering a boat will definitely help in locating good locations to fish.

5.0 / 5

Live bait seemed to help immensely so end the day on a positive note by saving the live bait for last. Chartering a boat will definitely help in locating good locations to fish.

2 Thumbs Up Fishing Charters

Great for first time anglers. The Capt and first mate handled everything. Super easy.

5.0 / 5

Great for first time anglers. The Capt and first mate handled everything. Super easy.

Captain Eric Inc. Team Lobo

The inland fishing is great. No concern about water conditions. Lots of action catching fish. No trophies, but constant.

5.0 / 5

The inland fishing is great. No concern about water conditions. Lots of action catching fish. No trophies, but constant.

Wiggins Bay Charters

Be flexible if you can, the weather can be a bit dodgy- we had a front move in and Sean worked with us to rescheduled and we got a great day on the water.

5.0 / 5

Be flexible if you can, the weather can be a bit dodgy- we had a front move in and Sean worked with us to rescheduled and we got a great day on the water.

Dreamaker Fishing Charters

All anglers please do not hesitate to book your next trip with Todd and The guys at cross em off charters! Such a great experience Thank you Todd and Josh

5.0 / 5

All anglers please do not hesitate to book your next trip with Todd and The guys at cross em off charters! Such a great experience Thank you Todd and Josh

Cross Em' Off Charters

Take some drinks and snacks. Maybe a long sleeve if it’s cloudy and windy.

4.7 / 5

Take some drinks and snacks. Maybe a long sleeve if it’s cloudy and windy.

Naples Everglades Fishing Charters

These guys had a huge boat that had tons of room with 4 walls and a roof for those that don't want to be punished by the heat of the Floridian sun with the option to also fish outside in the Floridian sun. And they have a bathroom which is one of the big factors why I chose this charter. This charter is family-friendly and you will catch tons of fish because they know the hot spots.

5.0 / 5