Fishing Charters in Pompano Beach and Fort Lauderdale: What You Can Expect on the Water Florida’s southeastern coast is home to some of the best fishing in the country and two of the top spots for anglers are Pompano Beach and Fort Lauderdale. With easy access to reefs wrecks and the deep blue waters of the Gulf Stream … Visit our friends in Pompa...

When summer arrives in Southwest Florida many visitors head north but experienced anglers know this is when some of our most exciting fishing opportunities begin. The waters around Naples and Marco Island transform into a playground for both predator and prey creating unforgettable fishing experiences for those willing to embrace the season. I’m C...

Fishing in Florida is a year-round adventure but this time of year offers some of the best opportunities to target a variety of species in the backcountry waters of Rookery Bay and Southwest Florida. Whether you’re an experienced angler or new to the sport the rich estuaries and mangrove-lined waters surrounding Naples provide a world-class … Fish...

The Ultimate Guide to Shark Fishing Charters in Naples and Marco Island with Captain Mark Ward Few fishing experiences compare to the heart-pounding excitement of battling a powerful shark in the pristine waters surrounding Naples and Marco Island Florida. The region’s unique ecosystem creates the perfect habitat for numerous shark species making...

Fishing has been exceptional lately with outstanding action and a remarkable variety of species in the Naples and Marco Island area. Recent trips have underscored the region’s reputation as a top destination for both seasoned and new anglers. On one trip with longtime clients Tony and his brother-in-law Chris we landed 10 different species in … Fi...

Take on the ultimate fishing challenge with Naples’ premier tarpon fishing guide Captain Mark Ward. With over two decades spent pursuing the legendary “Silver King” in Southwest Florida’s waters Captain Mark has established himself as the go-to Naples tarpon fishing charter for anglers seeking their dream catch. When you book a Naples tarpon fishi...

As winter transitions into spring fishing in Southwest Florida is at its peak offering anglers and nature lovers incredible opportunities to enjoy the area’s diverse marine life. Whether you’re embarking on a Naples fishing charter or exploring the pristine waters of Marco Island fishing February and March bring some of the best action of the year...

Now is the time to book February and March trips. Call or text Capt. Mark 239-450-9230 The next two months offer prime opportunities for shark and tarpon fishing in the Naples Marco Island and Rookery Bay area. As water temperatures rise these prized game fish become more active providing anglers with thrilling battles and unforgettable … Shark an...

At Marco Island Fishing Guide snookhookerfishing.com you’ll find a 360 experience. You will find a willing partner not just a guide who takes you to a hole to drop a line in. You will learn not just the how’s but the whys reasons and techniques that will make you a more savvy angler. Light Tackle […] The post Marco Island Fishing Guide appeared fi...

The saltwater estuaries of Rookery Bay nestled between Naples and Marco Island offer a prime destination for anglers looking to experience the excitement of Florida’s backcountry fishing. From February through April these pristine waters are alive with a diverse array of fish species including trout pompano redfish snook sharks tarpon snapper and...

The fishing action in Naples Marco Island and Rookery Bay remains strong despite recent cold fronts. These conditions have brought good catches including sheepshead speckled sea trout pompano silver trout snapper black drum redfish and even an occasional snook. The upcoming warm spell will heat the waters and ignite the bite making it the perfect...

Had a banner day with long time clients John Colin & Thomas Healy yesterday. I’ve been fishing with this family for 15 or so years. Now that they’re older we finish at the Cabana bar for a cold refreshing beverage. Great action all morning with eight species including redfish black drum pompano snapper speckled sea … Fishing the Naples Marco Islan...

It’s January and your winter redfish tactics come into play. The days of finding pilchard schools to locate feeding redfish and other gamefish such as snook are long gone. Instead we search for micro baits in protected ateas and shore birds looking for the same forage as redfish and snook. These birds are a sign […] The post Winter Redfish Tactics...

Tarpon fishing in the Naples and Marco Island area during May and June is an absolutely thrilling experience offering anglers a chance to hook one of the most exhilarating and sought-after fish species in the world. Known as the “silver king” of sportfish the tarpon is not just a fish but an experience—an icon of … 2025 Tarpon fishing season in th...

Winter cold front fishing is here. Chilly weather and lower water temperatures mean one thing. Low and slow. It all makes sense. Everything slows down in a snook or redfish actually every fish slows down in cool water. In turn they eat a bit less so presentation is key. When winter cold fronts come you […] The post Winter Cold Front appeared first...

Fishing in the Naples and Marco Island area has been outstanding this week offering anglers a variety of exciting catches and memorable experiences. The diverse ecosystem in Southwest Florida continues to deliver with yesterday’s trips yielding an impressive haul of 12 different fish species. Among the highlights were speckled sea trout pompano re...

The Naples and Marco Island inshore and backcountry fishing has seen lots of action of late with a multitude of species and good tides. Coming off the full moon a few days ago we’ve had extremely low tides in the morning. Subsequently the low tide concentrates the fish in the holes and the troughs and … Naples & Marco Island Fishing Report Read Mo...

Lots of action of late with a variety of species. Trout have been fairly plentiful with some keepers and some shorts. Shrimp under floats have been productive as well as jigs of different sorts. Lots of mangrove snappers around eating the shrimp. Sheepshead are starting to show and put up a good fight. Also catching … Fishing Naples Marco Island F...

Winter brings ideal conditions to Naples Marco Island and the Everglades’ pristine waters. As temperatures cool gamefish concentrate in predictable areas creating exceptional fishing opportunities from December through March. These months offer comfortable temperatures minimal rainfall and light winds – perfect for both novice and experienced angl...

As usual fishing this time of year can be great. Lots of different species and good action. Lately the incoming tide has been best with good action with snook redfish trout snapper and jacks. I’ve been throwing my cast net in the mornings before my trips getting live pilchards which are currently along the beaches. … Naples Marco Island Fishing Re...

Fishing Charters in Pompano Beach and Fort Lauderdale: What You Can Expect on the Water Florida’s southeastern coast is home to some of the best fishing in the country and two of the top spots for anglers are Pompano Beach and Fort Lauderdale. With easy access to reefs wrecks and the deep blue waters of the Gulf Stream … Visit our friends in Pompa...