Naples on the Paradise Coast of Florida is one of the most beautiful places in America to fish. People come to this Southwest Florida region for its favorable climate, vast natural areas for wildlife watching, and wonderful lifestyle. But anglers come here for the region's legendary fishing.
Redfish are one of SW Florida's primary game fish. More correctly called the Red Drum, the Redfish or "Red" is one of our most popular game fish for fly fishing. You find them in greatest number in September and October (although they are available all year in smaller numbers) and can be found mostly in the shallow grass flats, oyster bars and along the mangrove shorelines, passes and the everglades backcountry including Naples, Marco Island, Rookery Bay, Ten Thousand Islands and The Everglades National Park.
Residents and visitors alike enjoy sport fishing, deep-sea excursions and backwater fishing trips along the Everglades, where endless shoreline holds oyster bars and seagrass beds that attract an abundance of saltwater fish. Backwater anglers will find an extensive network of bays, mangrove islands and tidal creeks that permeate the region. Whether you go offshore or back into the bays and creeks, a local guide will put you where the fish are, help you select the right natural or artificial bait and coach you on techniques. You may bring your favorite rods and reels, but almost all guides have high-quality rigged tackle available for your use at no extra charge. There are plenty of opportunities for fishing on your own, but hiring one of the experienced local guides will give you the best shot for a memorable fishing experience and Naples has many experienced guides to help you catch that trophy. Many specialize in certain species, fishing areas and angling techniques.
However, if you're not into the wild excitement of big trophy fishing, but prefer the more relaxing sport of backwater, near-shore, fly and flats fishing that you can explore on your own, Southwest Florida's coastline offers plenty of opportunities for you. The Gulf of Mexico and the Gulfstream regulate the water temperature from the high 80's (F) in the summer to the low 60's in the winter, which makes it ideal for hundreds of fish species that inhabit the area. Many species like grouper and most snapper are primarily offshore in deeper water and so they are not usually considered fly fishing targets. However, a rich mixture of sandy beaches, barrier islands, Intracoastal waterways, seagrass beds, oyster bars, salt marshes, estuaries, creeks and mangrove swamps provide the perfect habitat for the fish and fishing for them. These still, sheltered and unpolluted backwaters provide ideal nurseries for shrimp, crabs and small fish, which provide an abundant feeding ground for many game fish. Some inshore species such as catfish and mullet seldom respond to flies, but there are more than enough other species to fill your boat or creel.
There are many places where you can fish without a boat along the rivers or the canals when the tidal currents are relatively strong. The beaches can also be a prime location at dawn and at dusk. Whether your preferred technique is fly, spin, plug or bait, you will enjoy fine fishing in a great environment and there's plenty of room for fishing in solitude. There are several marinas and tackle shops nearby for boat rentals, tackle and advice.
For great social fishing try the Pier, Naples' classic 1,000-ft. landmark, where many species of fish fill the translucent water. Simply cast your line over the Pier and have a great time in the company of other fishing enthusiasts. When you run out of bait, simply stroll along the beach or pier for a panoramic view of the sunset. What angler wouldn't want to live here - or at least visit as often as possible! Naples, Florida is a wonderful place to live, work, play, retire and fish. Come join the year-round fun.
Redfish are one of SW Florida's primary game fish. More correctly called the Red Drum, the Redfish or "Red" is one of our most popular game fish for fly fishing. You find them in greatest number in September and October (although they are available all year in smaller numbers) and can be found mostly in the shallow grass flats, oyster bars and along the mangrove shorelines, passes and the everglades backcountry including Naples, Marco Island, Rookery Bay, Ten Thousand Islands and The Everglades National Park.
Residents and visitors alike enjoy sport fishing, deep-sea excursions and backwater fishing trips along the Everglades, where endless shoreline holds oyster bars and seagrass beds that attract an abundance of saltwater fish. Backwater anglers will find an extensive network of bays, mangrove islands and tidal creeks that permeate the region. Whether you go offshore or back into the bays and creeks, a local guide will put you where the fish are, help you select the right natural or artificial bait and coach you on techniques. You may bring your favorite rods and reels, but almost all guides have high-quality rigged tackle available for your use at no extra charge. There are plenty of opportunities for fishing on your own, but hiring one of the experienced local guides will give you the best shot for a memorable fishing experience and Naples has many experienced guides to help you catch that trophy. Many specialize in certain species, fishing areas and angling techniques.
However, if you're not into the wild excitement of big trophy fishing, but prefer the more relaxing sport of backwater, near-shore, fly and flats fishing that you can explore on your own, Southwest Florida's coastline offers plenty of opportunities for you. The Gulf of Mexico and the Gulfstream regulate the water temperature from the high 80's (F) in the summer to the low 60's in the winter, which makes it ideal for hundreds of fish species that inhabit the area. Many species like grouper and most snapper are primarily offshore in deeper water and so they are not usually considered fly fishing targets. However, a rich mixture of sandy beaches, barrier islands, Intracoastal waterways, seagrass beds, oyster bars, salt marshes, estuaries, creeks and mangrove swamps provide the perfect habitat for the fish and fishing for them. These still, sheltered and unpolluted backwaters provide ideal nurseries for shrimp, crabs and small fish, which provide an abundant feeding ground for many game fish. Some inshore species such as catfish and mullet seldom respond to flies, but there are more than enough other species to fill your boat or creel.
There are many places where you can fish without a boat along the rivers or the canals when the tidal currents are relatively strong. The beaches can also be a prime location at dawn and at dusk. Whether your preferred technique is fly, spin, plug or bait, you will enjoy fine fishing in a great environment and there's plenty of room for fishing in solitude. There are several marinas and tackle shops nearby for boat rentals, tackle and advice.
For great social fishing try the Pier, Naples' classic 1,000-ft. landmark, where many species of fish fill the translucent water. Simply cast your line over the Pier and have a great time in the company of other fishing enthusiasts. When you run out of bait, simply stroll along the beach or pier for a panoramic view of the sunset. What angler wouldn't want to live here - or at least visit as often as possible! Naples, Florida is a wonderful place to live, work, play, retire and fish. Come join the year-round fun.
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