If you are looking to plan a day of fishing or sightseeing, Captain Wills McKenzie is the guide for you! Born and raised in Port Charlotte, Florida, you'll benefit from years of experience.
"We had an incredible 6-hour fishing trip with Capt. Wills McKenzie!" — Robert,
Straw Hats Fishing Charters welcomes you aboard to discover the rich waters of western Florida. Based out of Port Charlotte, you can discover the wealth of inshore fishing that just adds to the beauty of the “Suncoast.
"Capt Cody was awesome! Extremely knowledge and prfessional guide that is fun to be on the boat with." — Scott,
Ready to cast a line in Punta Gorda? Then Chum Em Up Charters has a trip with your name on it! Your guide for the day is Captain Michael, giving you access to years of sportfishing experience.
"I fished with Capt. Mike 9/19/26, half day trip starting at 8am." — Teresa,
Ready to catch some fish in Port Charlotte? Then Tides and Tails Expeditions LLC has a trip with your name on it! Fishing around here will often see you targeting Speckled Trout, Jack Crevalle, Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, Sheepshead, and more if you cast your
"Captain Andrew is a fishy dude, worked so hard to put me on fish." — Chester,
Book your next trip with Fish-On Sport Fishing and come aboard for an experience your whole family will enjoy! Captain Terry Heller has been fishing and scuba diving in South Florida since 1999.
"Capt Terry put us on fish in spite of 3 foot swells ~ 10 miles off shore." — Dan,
Just Killin Time Charters runs angling trips out of Punta Gorda and offers to show you what the local fishery is all about. Capt. Brad is here to get you on some fish, and to make sure you have fun doing it.
"Brad was an amazing captain. Our family of 4 went out and Brad helped us bait and throw the lines out." — Becca,
Spend the day with Charlotte Harbor Angling Adventures and see what's biting in Punta Gorda! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Conrad knows them forwards and back.
"After our first fishing charter didn’t work out, we reached out to Captain Conrad with a last-minute request." — Calvin,
Fast Cast Fishing invites you down to enjoy the bite in Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte, Florida. Have a light tackle workout, get your hands on the ‘Silver King’, chase the three superstar targets, and just have fun.
"Our fishing trip was amazing! Captain Lou was very knowledgeable and knew exactly where to find the fish." — Susan,
My name is Captain Gage Towles and I would love the opportunity to show you around the Charlotte Harbor backwaters & flats for some snook redfish, tarpon, snapper, trout & more.
Port Charlotte, Florida, is a premier fishing destination nestled within the second-largest natural estuary in the state: Charlotte Harbor. This fertile ecosystem teems with diverse saltwater and freshwater species, making it a year-round angler's paradise. The area is globally renowned as the "Tarpon Fishing Capital of the World," particularly in Boca Grande Pass, where trophy-sized tarpon migrate each spring and summer, offering heart-pounding battles and acrobatic displays.
Beyond tarpon, Charlotte Harbor's inshore grass flats and mangrove shorelines yield prolific catches of snook, redfish, and spotted seatrout. Nearshore waters host hard-fighting cobia, king mackerel, and grouper species, while deeper channels and passes attract permit, sharks, and seasonal migrants like Spanish mackerel. The region's unique geography—from tidal rivers to Gulf access—supports over 200 fish species, ensuring varied adventures for novice and expert anglers alike.
Whether stalking snook along lush shorelines, drifting for tarpon in world-famous passes, or bottom-fishing nearshore reefs, Port Charlotte delivers unmatched diversity. Its nutrient-rich waters, protected bays, and intricate network of channels create ideal habitats for both legendary gamefish and dependable year-round action, cementing its status as a must-visit hub for Florida's Gulf Coast angling.
