April 7, 2025, inshore fishing around Fort Myers Beach has been productive, we’ve been experiencing good catches of redfish, snook, and trout inshore, using live shrimp has been particularly effective, as many species are actively feeding on them. The weather forecast for the coming days indicates favorable conditions for fishing, with plenty of sunshine and pleasant temperatures. Notably, there have been no recent reports of red tide in the area, suggesting good water quality for fishing activities. Overall, current conditions suggest a promising opportunity for inshore fishing enthusiasts targeting species like redfish, snook, and trout in the Fort Myers Beach area.

We headed way offshore on our full day trip looking for Grouper, Snapper & more. We worked up to 50 miles offshore hitting different spots and getting our limit of Red Grouper and a mix of lane snapper, mangrove snapper and yellow tail snapper. the fishing in SWFL in on fire, book today while the bite is red hot!

As of late March 2025, offshore fishing near Cape Coral, Florida, has been productive, with anglers experiencing good action targeting various snapper species, including yellowtail snapper. Capt. Tom from reports that water temperatures are rising, leading to increased activity among numerous species. The offshore snapper bite has been particularly strong, with anglers finding success on wrecks and reefs. In addition to yellowtail snapper, other species such as mangrove snapper, red grouper, amberjack, cobia, sharks, barracudas, and goliath groupers have been reported offshore. The fishery is expected to improve further as spring progresses. For those planning a fishing trip targeting yellowtail snapper near Cape Coral, it’s advisable to focus on offshore wrecks and reefs, using live or cut bait to attract these fish. As always, ensure compliance with local regulations and practice sustainable fishing methods.