Fort Myers inshore fishing charters
Snook, redfish and spotted seatrout on the Caloosahatchee River mouth, San Carlos Bay and Pine Island Sound.
Fish the Caloosahatchee River mouth, San Carlos Bay and Pine Island Sound with a local captain for snook, redfish and spotted seatrout. Trips run 4, 6 or 8 hours, with the fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait included. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book.
How to book your inshore trip
Online booking isn’t available for this trip yet. Call us and we’ll book your date.
4-, 6- or 8-hour inshore trips
Call (407) 392-4593Saltwater license covered by the captain. Free cancellation up to 72 hours before. Full refund or free reschedule if the guide cancels for weather. Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
Saltwater license covered by the captain. Free cancellation up to 72 hours before. Full refund or free reschedule if the guide cancels for weather. Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
What can you catch inshore fishing in Fort Myers?
Fort Myers inshore trips fish the Caloosahatchee River mouth, San Carlos Bay and Pine Island Sound for snook, redfish and spotted seatrout. iOutdoors books 4-, 6- and 8-hour trips with a local captain. The licensed captain covers your saltwater fishing license. These trips are booked by phone: call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm.
What’s included and what to bring
- Licensed local captain
- Boat and fuel
- Saltwater fishing license (covered by the captain)
- Rods, reels and tackle
- Bait
- Captain tip (10–20% is customary)
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to the meeting spot
What to bring
What’s biting inshore by season
Winter Dec–Feb
- Redfish and seatrout in the rivers and creeks
- Sheepshead around structure
Spring Mar–May
- Snook move to the flats and passes
- Tarpon start to show late in the spring
Summer Jun–Aug
- Tarpon and snook
- Early and late in the day is best
Fall Sep–Nov
- Redfish school on the flats
- Snook and trout feed up
Fish you can catch inshore in Fort Myers
Snook, redfish and spotted seatrout. Swipe to see what you could catch.
Snook
Common snookAround mangroves, docks and passes. Seasons and size limits apply.
Redfish
Red drumOn the grass flats and oyster bars, often in shallow water.
Spotted seatrout
Speckled troutOver the grass flats, good for families.
Seasons, size and bag limits apply: see the FWC saltwater fishing regulations. Your captain can tell you what you can keep.
Where you’ll fish
Inshore trips fish the Caloosahatchee River mouth, San Carlos Bay and Pine Island Sound.
Meeting spot: we confirm the dock and start time with you when you book.
Fort Myers inshore fishing questions
How do I book?
Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, and we’ll check dates and book your trip.
How much does an inshore trip cost?
Call us for the price for your date, trip length and group.
What can I catch?
Snook, redfish and spotted seatrout. What bites depends on the season and the tide.
Do I need a fishing license?
No. The captain’s saltwater license covers everyone fishing on the trip.
What’s included in the price?
The licensed captain, boat and fuel, your saltwater fishing license, rods, reels, tackle and bait. Not included: the captain’s tip (10–20% is customary) and food and drinks.
Can we keep the fish we catch?
Size and bag limits apply to many species, and some are catch and release. Your captain can tell you what you can keep on the day.
Is inshore fishing good for kids and first-timers?
Yes. Inshore trips fish calmer, protected water, and your captain sets up the rods and helps every step of the way.
Which trip length should I pick?
4 hours is a good first trip and works well with kids. Longer trips give the captain time to move between spots and work the tide.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the captain or guide cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for free up to 72 hours before your trip.
Nearby inshore fishing trips
Trips nearby that you can book online with a live calendar.
