Cape Coral Fishing

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The fishing in Florida is some of the best fishing in the world!

Cape Coral has plenty of freshwater and saltwater fishing options.

For fishing in lakes and fresh water canals Cape Coral has bass and panfish.

For saltwater fishing, try back-water and shallow-water or flats fishing along miles and miles of shoreline in bays, estuaries, and tidal creeks.

For deep sea fishing Cape Coral has grouper, snapper, kingfish, cobia, tuna, amberjack, spanish mackerel, shark, barracuda, tarpon, mahi, wahoo, and giant red fish.

Each year thousands of anglers come to Florida to catch a grand slam, one of each of Florida's most sought-after gamefish: snook, redfish, spotted sea trout, and tarpon.

There are many boat charter companies in
Cape Coral and if you want to charter a boat, Venture Out is the Cape Coral fishing charter company I recommend. Captain Gary took us fishing in shallow waters where we caught ladyfish, sea trout, Spanish mackerel, and I even caught a puffer fish.

Captain Les and Captain Chris offer inshore/offshore and backwater fishing, eco tours, custom charters, water taxi services; sunset, lunch/dinner, and sight-seeing excursions.

When you go fishing, bringing sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a camera, snacks, and beverages are a must.

You may also want to bring light rain gear and shoes that can get wet. Coolers are on board.

Head boats typically charge $20-$40 for a half-day, and $50 and over for a full day for 10-100 people on one excursion. The fees include bait, license, and equipment rental.

Some head boats take reservations, some are first come first serve. Either way, it makes to get there early so that you can get a prime spot.

Be aware that there is a problem with fishing lines getting tangled on these trips, so try to get a spot from the stern.

Bring cash for tips for the crew, bungee cords for your gear, and a towel for slimy hands.

Head boats for the area are in Ft Myers.

While fishing, please follow the Code of Ethics:

• Support conservation efforts.
• Practice effective catch-and-release of fish that are unwanted or prohibited to retain.
• Don’t pollute; Recycle and dispose of trash.
• Practice safe angling and boating, including hook awareness and use of personal flotation devices (PFDs).
• Learn and obey fishing and boating rules and regulations, and purchase the appropriate licenses.
• Respect other anglers’ and boaters’ rights.
• Respect property owners’ rights and do not trespass.
• Share fishing knowledge and skills with others.
• Don’t release live bait into waters or spread exotic plants and fish.
• Promote ethical sport fishing and encourage others to reconnect on the water.

Scroll down to the bottom of the page on their website for all the different fishing regulations.

Go to this link for more information about fishing and for fishing reports, fishing charters and guides, videos, shows, tournaments, and more.

You may also want to find out more about
shallow water fishing, also called flats fishing.

For information on how to line a reel, rod and reel care, how to rig different kinds of bait, clean fish, the use and care of cast nets, and more, go to Florida Fishing Insider.

When you come to Cape Coral fishing should be put on your list of things to do. It's a lot of fun, and a great sport too!

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