Explore Pine Island’s calm backwaters and thriving Gulf waters with Sea n Red — private, family-friendly fishing adventures for every angler.
Pine Island offers some of the most productive and diverse fishing waters in Southwest Florida. Surrounded by Pine Island Sound, Matlacha Pass, and shallow Gulf flats, anglers enjoy calm backwaters, rich grass flats, and easy access to nearshore waters. From stalking snook along mangrove shorelines to targeting redfish and trout across the flats, Pine Island fishing charters deliver consistent action year-round in a relaxed, scenic setting.
Trusted by locals and visitors alike, Sea n Red Charters is recognized among the best fishing charters on Pine Island. Our guests love the personal attention, clean boat, and exciting catches that make every trip memorable.
Explore all that Pine Island fishing has to offer with our variety of trips, perfect for every skill level.
Explore Pine Island Sound and mangrove-lined backwaters for snook, redfish, speckled trout, and sheepshead. Ideal for calm water fishing, families, and sight-casting action close to shore.
Fish Gulf waters just off Pine Island for grouper, snapper, cobia, kingfish, and seasonal tarpon. These trips offer bigger fish without long offshore runs.
Enjoy relaxed freshwater fishing in nearby canals and rivers targeting largemouth bass and panfish—great for beginners and younger anglers.
Target tarpon, sharks, Spanish mackerel, and jack crevalle along Pine Island passes and nearshore Gulf waters using proven local techniques.
Pine Island’s unique location between Pine Island Sound, Matlacha Pass, and the Gulf of Mexico creates an ideal habitat for a wide variety of saltwater species. Different charter types target specific fish depending on water depth, season, and tides.
Freshwater fishing trips near Pine Island focus on largemouth bass and panfish, offering a relaxed experience that’s great for families and beginners.
Captain Erik tailors every Pine Island fishing charter to current conditions, ensuring you’re fishing the right water for the right species at the right time.
Our custom Pine Island fishing charters are available in 4-, 6-, and 8-hour options, all private and tailored to your group. Every trip includes bait, tackle, ice, and USCG-approved safety gear.
$550
3 people 4 Hours (4th $100 more)
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$750
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$950
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$650
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$850
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$1050
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$450
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$600
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$750
3 people 4 Hours (4th $100 more)
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Up to 3 people
Although you can find shells on almost any beach, the Gulf Coast of Florida — especially around Sanibel and Captiva — offers some of the best shelling in the country. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a local explorer, this trip blends relaxation, Sightseeing & Shelling, and treasure hunting all in one peaceful adventure.
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Captain Erik Johnson has been fishing the Pine Island Sound and surrounding waters for decades. His experience in both saltwater and freshwater fishing makes him one of Southwest Florida’s premier guides. His 22-ft Skeeter Bay Boat (SX220) ensures a smooth, safe, and comfortable ride — no matter your skill level.
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From tarpon runs to redfish fights, Pine Island offers endless action. Browse our latest catches and real-time fishing photos from Pine Island Sound and Matlacha Pass, or follow us on social media for daily updates.
Stay updated with Pine Island fishing reports, seasonal patterns, and expert tips. Learn which species are biting, what baits are best, and how to make the most of your time on the water.
Tarpon season in Florida draws anglers from every corner of the globe, and Fort Myers sits right in the middle of one
March delivered. From Fort Myers Beach all the way through Pine Island Sound and Estero Bay, the bite stayed active across multiple
The best month to fish in Fort Myers depends entirely on what you want to catch. April delivers the widest variety of
Absolutely! Pine Island Sound is one of the most productive fisheries in Southwest Florida. It’s home to redfish, snook, trout, tarpon, and mangrove snapper — all thriving in the shallow estuaries and grass flats surrounding the island.
Pine Island fishing charter prices typically range from $450 to $1,050, depending on trip length and fishing style. Half-day trips are perfect for families and beginners, while 6- and 8-hour charters allow more time to target species like snook, redfish, tarpon, and sharks across Pine Island Sound and nearby Gulf waters.
Spring and early summer bring tarpon and snook action, while fall and winter are great for trout, sheepshead, and redfish. With year-round availability, there’s always something biting in Pine Island waters.
You can choose from inshore, nearshore, or light-tackle saltwater fishing trips. Our most popular option is inshore fishing in Pine Island Sound, known for calm waters and constant action.
Yes! Sea n Red Charters welcomes families and kids of all ages. The captain provides guidance, child-sized gear, and safe, easy-to-handle fishing setups.
Most nearshore trips stay within 9–15 miles of shore, around reefs and wrecks in the Gulf. You’ll spend more time fishing and less time traveling — ideal for half-day or ¾-day charters.
Bring sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, a hat, and snacks. We provide water, gear, ice, and licenses. Don’t forget your camera — Pine Island sunsets are unbeatable!
Yes! After your trip, Captain Erik will clean, bag, and ice your catch so you can take it home fresh or have it cooked locally at a Pine Island restaurant.
Definitely. Pine Island offers diverse fishing without the crowds — calm, scenic, and teeming with fish. Whether it’s your first cast or your hundredth, every trip feels like a new adventure.
You’ll likely encounter dolphins, manatees, sea turtles, pelicans, and osprey while exploring Pine Island’s waters — making it as much a sightseeing trip as a fishing one.
Sea n Red Charters proudly serves Pine Island and surrounding destinations including our popular Fort Myers Fishing Charters, as well as Sanibel, Captiva, Cape Coral, and Punta Rassa. Each location offers unique inshore, nearshore, and saltwater fishing opportunities—giving anglers access to Southwest Florida’s most scenic and productive waters.
Pine Island is the largest island on Florida’s Gulf Coast, stretching approximately 17 miles in length and located at 26°33′33″N, 82°05′59″W (26.55917°N, 82.09972°W) in Lee County, Southwest Florida. Positioned between Pine Island Sound, Matlacha Pass, and the open Gulf of Mexico, the island sits at the heart of one of the most productive fishing regions in the state.
Unlike sandy barrier islands, Pine Island is built on coral rock and surrounded by mangrove shorelines, grass flats, and tidal estuaries, creating ideal habitat for snook, redfish, trout, tarpon, and mangrove snapper. The Intracoastal Waterway runs just west of the island, while Matlacha Pass connects Pine Island to Cape Coral, making these waters a natural highway for migrating game fish year-round.
With no traffic lights, minimal development, and a long history as a working commercial fishing community, Pine Island offers a quiet, authentic Old Florida atmosphere. Launch points near Bokeelia, Pineland, St. James City, and Matlacha give anglers fast access to inshore flats, nearshore Gulf waters, and deeper channels—all within minutes of leaving the dock.
This unique geography is what makes Pine Island fishing charters so productive: short runs, protected waters, and constantly changing tidal movement that keeps fish active in every season.
Sea n Red Charters provides inshore, nearshore, saltwater, freshwater, shark, and tarpon fishing charters throughout Fort Myers & Southwest Florida. Book your adventure today!
