Quick Cast:
 Area Reports
 Find-a-Guide
 Forums
 Tides

Departments:
 Articles
 Books
 Clubs & Orgs.
 Fishing Reports
 Feedback
 Forums
 Fly Fishing
 Guides & Charters
 Links
 Photo Gallery
 Reef Locator
 Regulations
 Software
 Survey
 Tournaments
 Travel
 Weather
 Home

Administration:
 About Us
 Advertising
 Contact
 Privacy
 Terms of Use
 Web Development

Naples Fishing in July

Capt. Rob Mims
July 19, 2011
Naples - Saltwater Fishing Report

Naples fishing so far this July has been "Hot", and by mid day Naples and Marco Island are even Hotter! Beat the heat by getting on the water. It's a great time of year for fishing in South Florida. The sunrise is beautiful and there are few boats on the water. Most of the catching is being done early and late in the day,( the fish are thinking like the angler this time of year) - "Take a long nap in the shade, sippin on a cool one, before heading back out for the evening action". So, I've been doing mostly 6hr trips, back at the dock by noon. And then back on the water for a half days sunset bite.
Tarpon are still in the mix when I get out early. Look for them off the beaches and in the passes. I'm fishing Tarpon using mostly crabs and pinfish with a plug or a jig on hand for sight casting the teen rollers. The bite is usually over by about 8 or 830am. In a couple more weeks we'll start catching Tarpon in the late afternoon till sunset in some of the back bay cuts. These fish at 50-80lbs. are alot of excitement without the hour long commitment to the battle.
I have been Snook fishing more, with lots of fish action on the outgoing tides. We have not got any "Bigguns" but the cuts and passes have produced consistent numbers of slot fish early, and then with a little sunlight and calm wind conditions, sight fishing the cruisers up the shore-line, in sometimes just inches of water, gives you real fun fishing. Shrimp, plugs, pin fish and flies are all working well.
Pompano and Trout fishing is pretty active at the usual grass flats and sand shorelines with a good high tide and strong outgoing. Redfish are present, and when targeted give you the chance for some good table-fare. Expect the Redfish to increase as fall approaches, but don't hesitate to target them now. Shrimp ,Jigs,Shrimp and more shrimp has got us hooked up nearly every time lately. Again, "Good Tides" are the key.
Shark fishing, for the strong at heart, has been very good. Bulls and lemons in the back bays in 4 or 5 ft.' of water averaging around 5 ft. are the ones I've been into. Very exciting and an experience like no other.
So, Take advantage of the peace and quite time, affordable off season accommodations, and "World Class" fishing in South Fl. this summer. Call Capt. Rob for any help with your fishing accommodations,updated reports and special offers. "Tight Lines"

More Fishing Reports:

 

Front Runner Charters has been Naples Florida's premier outfit for unforgettable flats, back-country, light-tackle, and fly-fishing since 1997. From the Florida Keys and Key West to Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades, Captain Rob Mims offers the most fun and exciting charter fishing adventures for anglers of all different levels of fishing experience. Whether you're visiting on vacation or fishing with friends, prepare for the most fun and informative experience you can find fishing S.Fla

Contact Info:

Front Runner Charters
PO Box 110095
Naples, FL 34108
Phone: 305-304-4410
Email the Captain
Visit his Web Site
Display Find-a-Guide Listing


Copyright © 1997-2024, CyberAngler - All Rights Reserved
Privacy Policy :: Terms of Use
For Questions and comments please use our Feedback Form
Back to the Top