Naples Inshore Fishing CHARTERS
Tarpon, snook, and redfish from the beach to the backcountry.
Naples, FL has its place in our local fishing scene as not only a convenient location for anglers to fish a quick half-day, but also as our only place to fish white sand beaches. The Naples beach runs the coastline from Estero Bay to the north, down to Keewaydin Island to the south and consists primarily of white sand.
In the warmer months (April-October), our beaches fish well. Tarpon are migrating up the coastline while resident snook stage around the beaches and passes to spawn. Redfish can be found just about everywhere the water isn’t too hot. In addition to tarpon, snook, and redfish, there are usually opportunities to catch jacks, sea trout, pompano, snappers and other fun species.
In the cooler months (November-March), Naples’ beaches can hold snook and redfish, but one of the main attractions is the bait runs that can bring in southbound tarpon as well as bonito (aka albies, false albacore, little tunny), mackerel, bluefish, and sharks. It is also possible to fish for tripletail hanging out around the crab pot bouys in Naples this time of year.
In addition to the beach fishing, Naples has a backcountry of mangrove shorelines, bays, and creeks where snapper, grouper, jack crevalle, sea trout, sheepshead, and other fun species can be caught. You might see a big snook sliding around in the mud, a redfish tailing down a shore line, or a tarpon rolling in the current all within a couple miles of the boat ramp.
Tarpon
Tarpon are considered by many the ultimate gamefish. Their size, willingness to eat baits/lures, and acrobatics when hooked combine to make them the fish of most fishermen and women’s dreams.
Snook
Snook don’t get the attention in the fishing world that they deserve. Maybe that is a good thing. Anglers in the know understand the appeal of the snook, especially a big Everglades snook.
Redfish
Redfish are one of the least hyped species of fish in the saltwater fishing game. They aren’t put on a pedestal like a permit, but deserve as much respect as any saltwater gamefish.
Naples INSHORE Fishing CHARTER Details
Capt. Evan Noponen offers full day and half day Naples inshore fishing charters. Multiple boats are available for groups of more than 2 people. Contact Us for current rates and availability. All trips include tackle/bait, fuel costs, launch fees, and a cooler with water and ice.
Payments And Deposits
Cash, Check or Venmo.
Credit cards through Venmo (additional service charges may apply)
$200 per day per guide deposit for all trips
Please Contact Us to make payment arrangements
What To Bring
Any food/drinks needed for a long hot day on the water
Polarized sunglasses (copper, amber, and green lenses preferred)
Hat and sun protection
Quick drying clothing
Rain gear, jackets and pants
Shoes with non-marking soles