Fishing Reports & Seasonal Insights from Fort Myers

Florida redfish (red drum) are managed in nine FWC regions, not one statewide creel. In harvest regions the slot is...

Fall in Southwest Florida is arguably the best fishing window of the entire year. From September through November, cooling water...

Nearshore reef and wreck fishing near Fort Myers takes place 3 to 15 miles off the Gulf coast, targeting the...

The fall mullet run in Southwest Florida is the annual southward and seaward migration of massive schools of striped and...

The short answer: Goliath grouper is a strictly protected giant that can only be legally harvested through a state lottery...

Southwest Florida summer thunderstorms are as predictable as the sunrise. From June through September, hot mornings give way to towering...

The best time of day to fish in Florida during summer is early morning from first light through about 9...

The mangrove snapper size limit in Florida state Gulf waters is 10 inches total length, measured from the tip of...

Yes, there are sharks in Fort Myers. Plenty of them. The warm Gulf waters, abundant baitfish, and diverse habitat around...

Choosing the right charter length is the single most underrated decision when booking fishing trips in Fort Myers. Most visitors...

Captiva Island sits at the top of the Sanibel-Captiva barrier island chain, separated from Sanibel by Blind Pass to the...

Cape Coral is unlike anywhere else on the Gulf coast for one specific reason: the city has more than 400...

Choosing the right fishing charter near Sanibel is less about the boat and more about strategy. Sanibel is an island,...

May has lived up to every expectation so far. Water temperatures are sitting right where we want them in the...

Fort Myers, Florida, is home to one of the most diverse fisheries in the entire United States. The fish species...

Understanding the difference between inshore and nearshore fishing is the single most important decision you will make when booking a...

Tarpon season in Florida draws anglers from every corner of the globe, and Fort Myers sits right in the middle...

March delivered. From Fort Myers Beach all the way through Pine Island Sound and Estero Bay, the bite stayed active...

The best month to fish in Fort Myers depends entirely on what you want to catch. April delivers the widest...

There is a distinct magic to heading out on the Gulf of Mexico. The anticipation builds the moment you step...

Sanibel & Fort Myers Inshore Fishing – Sheepshead, Trout, Dolphins & Winter Momentum February in Southwest Florida doesn’t shout. It...

Fort Myers is more than just a Gulf Coast getaway, it’s a world-class fishing destination beloved by anglers of all...

January 2026 kicked off with variety, action, and unforgettable moments on the water. From freshwater crappie on Lake Okeechobee to...

Sanibel Island stands as one of Southwest Florida’s premier fishing destinations, offering world-class inshore and offshore fishing experiences that attract...

Nothing beats the thrill of a child’s first fish tugging on the line, the whole family cheering as dolphins leap...

If you’re searching for the heart behind the best Fort Myers fishing charters, you’ve found him: Captain Erik Johnson, owner...

Hey there, fellow angler—whether you’re casting your first line or chasing that trophy catch, there’s nothing quite like the pull...

One of the most common questions we hear at Sea n Red Charters is simple and fair: “How much does...

Booking a Fort Myers fishing charter should feel exciting—not confusing. One of the most common questions anglers ask before stepping...

Southwest Florida has always been a bucket-list destination for anglers who love inshore and nearshore fishing. With its winding mangrove...

Fishing in Southwest Florida is more than a sport — it’s a lifestyle built around salt air, sunrise runs, and...

Fort Myers, Florida, is a fishing paradise on the Gulf Coast that beckons anglers from around the world. Fishing in...

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