Full Day Cape Coral Fishing Adventure
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Fullday inshore fishing targeting redfish, snook, and sea troutCaptain Al provides all equipment, tackle, and fishing licensesEighthour guided adventure through Cape Coral scenic backwaters
Captain Al knows these Southwest Florida waters like the back of his hand, and he's ready to put you on fish during this top-rated 8-hour inshore fishing trip. You'll spend a full day working the productive backwaters around Cape Coral, Matlacha Pass, and Pine Island Sound – some of the most consistent fishing grounds in the region. Whether you're a first-timer who needs help baiting a hook or a seasoned angler looking to dial in your technique, Captain Al adjusts his approach to match your crew's experience level. Everything's included from rods and reels to live bait and your Florida fishing license, so you just show up ready to fish.
This isn't your typical half-day rush job – eight hours gives you real time to work different areas and adapt to what the fish are doing. You'll start early to beat the heat and catch the morning bite, then move around as conditions change throughout the day. Captain Al runs a clean, well-maintained boat that's perfect for navigating the shallow flats and deeper channels where these fish like to hang out. The scenic backwaters offer protection from rough seas while serving up some of the most productive inshore fishing in Florida. You'll keep everything you catch, so bring a cooler if you want to take your fillets home. The boat accommodates up to four anglers comfortably, making it perfect for families, couples, or small groups of friends who want a personalized fishing experience without dealing with crowded party boats.
Captain Al comes equipped with quality spinning gear perfectly matched to inshore fishing – medium action rods with smooth reels that can handle everything from schoolie snook to bull redfish. You'll primarily fish with live bait like shrimp, pinfish, and sardines, which Captain Al knows how to present based on current conditions and target species. Techniques vary throughout the day depending on what you're targeting and where the fish are holding. You might drift live shrimp over grass flats for sea trout, work structure with cut bait for sheepshead, or sight-cast to tailing redfish in skinny water. The territory covers multiple productive zones – from the shallow grass beds where redfish cruise to the deeper cuts and mangrove shorelines that hold snook. Matlacha Pass and Pine Island Sound offer miles of fishable water with varying depths and structure types, so there's always a Plan B when one area isn't producing.
Redfish are the bread and butter of Southwest Florida inshore fishing, and these copper-colored fighters put up a serious battle. They typically run 18-27 inches in these waters, with bigger bulls showing up during cooler months. Reds feed aggressively on grass flats and around mangrove shorelines, especially during moving tides. What makes them special is their willingness to eat and their bulldogging fight – they'll make long runs and use their broad shoulders to stay deep.
Snook are the glamour species that keep anglers coming back. These ambush predators love structure like docks, bridges, and mangrove overhangs where they wait to attack baitfish. Spring through fall offers the best action, with fish ranging from slot-size specimens to thick shoulders that'll test your drag. Snook have serious attitude and acrobatic abilities – expect jumps, gill-rattling head shakes, and powerful runs toward cover.
Sea trout school up over grass beds and provide consistent action when other species are finicky. They're perfect for beginners since they bite readily and don't require pinpoint accuracy. Most fish run 14-18 inches, with occasional gator trout pushing 20-plus inches during winter months. They hit live shrimp and soft plastics with enthusiasm, making them a customer favorite for steady action.
Sheepshead are the technical challenge of the group – these black-and-white striped convicts have crushing jaws designed for eating barnacles and crabs off structure. They require patience and quick reflexes since they're notorious bait stealers. Finding a good concentration around bridges or docks can lead to steady action with fish averaging 2-4 pounds. Their unique appearance and excellent table fare make them a prize catch.
Grey snapper add variety to the mix with their aggressive feeding style around structure. These copper-colored fighters are excellent eating and provide good action when they're schooled up. They'll hit live bait enthusiastically and put up a respectable fight for their size. Most run 12-16 inches, perfect for the dinner table.
This world-class inshore fishing experience gives you eight full hours to really get dialed in on Southwest Florida's best fishing grounds. Captain Al's local knowledge, quality equipment, and flexible approach make this trip perfect whether you're looking to learn new techniques or just catch some fish. The variety of target species means there's always something biting, and the scenic backwater setting beats fighting crowds on busy charter boats. With everything included and your catch going home with you, it's an outstanding value for a full day on the water. Cape Coral's inshore fishing is trending as some of the best in Florida – book your trip with All 4 Chuck Fishing Charters and see why anglers keep coming back to these productive waters.
Hit the productive waters of Cape Coral aboard this brand-new 2024 Caymas 26HB, powered by a Mercury V10 400 that'll get you to the fish fast. This 26-footer is built for serious inshore action, equipped with dual 8" Raptor fish finders to mark those redfish and snook hiding in the grass flats. The wireless Minn Kota trolling motor keeps things quiet when you're sneaking up on spooky fish in shallow water. Captain Al's setup includes everything you need for a full day of fishing - GPS to navigate the maze of mangroves, VHF radio for safety, and radar for those afternoon storms that roll through Southwest Florida. The icebox keeps your drinks cold and your catch fresh, while the onboard head means no cutting trips short. Perfect for up to 4 anglers ready to work the backwaters of Matlacha Pass and Pine Island Sound.
Lutjanus GriseusAlso called Mangrove Snapper, these smart fish are found around docks, bridges, and oyster bars throughout our local waters. They typically run 12-16 inches inshore, though bigger ones lurk in deeper holes. Grey snappers are opportunistic feeders that come out mainly at night, making evening trips productive. They're notorious for being picky - you'll feel them nibbling before they commit to the bait. What makes them special is their excellent eating quality with sweet, flaky white meat that's hard to beat. They fight harder than their size suggests and test your patience with their cautious nature. Pro tip: use a 4/0 circle hook with live shrimp hooked through the tail, drop it to the bottom near structure, then reel up just a foot to avoid snags. Patience is key with these guys.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the kings of our shallow water flats, easily spotted by their copper-bronze color and distinctive black spot near the tail. Around Cape Coral, most run 20-30 inches and love cruising oyster bars, grass flats, and mangrove shorelines in just 1-4 feet of water. Fall through spring offers peak fishing when they school up and feed aggressively. What makes them special is their bulldogging fight and willingness to eat everything from topwater plugs to live bait. They're also excellent eating with mild, sweet meat. You'll often see their backs out of the water while "tailing" in super shallow spots. The sight fishing opportunity makes them exciting for all skill levels. Pro tip: when you spot a red cruising the flats, lead them by several feet with your cast and let your bait settle naturally - they spook easily in skinny water.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled Trout are a staple of our grass flats fishing around Cape Coral and Pine Island Sound. These spotted beauties typically run 14-18 inches and love shallow seagrass beds where they hunt shrimp and small baitfish. Early morning and evening produce the best action, especially on moving tides. They're aggressive feeders that hit topwater plugs, soft plastics, and live shrimp with enthusiasm. What guests enjoy is their willingness to bite and their decent fight for the size. The meat is mild and flaky, though softer than other species so don't overcook it. Spring and fall offer consistent action, while summer finds them in slightly deeper water during midday heat. Local tip: work a gold spoon or shrimp-tipped jig over grass flats during low light periods - their strikes are often subtle, so stay alert for that light tick.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusThese black-and-white striped "convict fish" are some of the best eating you'll find in our waters. Sheepshead typically run 2-4 pounds around Cape Coral's docks, bridges, and barnacle-covered pilings where they feed. They're famous for those human-like teeth that crunch through crabs and barnacles with ease. Winter through spring is prime time when they move shallow to spawn. What guests love is their incredible table fare - sweet, firm white meat that rivals any fish. They're also notorious bait thieves, requiring quick hook sets once you feel that telltale nibble. Pro tip: use small pieces of fresh shrimp or fiddler crab on a 1/0 circle hook, fish tight to structure, and when you feel them picking at the bait, set the hook hard - they've got tough mouths and will steal your bait otherwise.
Centropomus UndecimalisSnook are one of our most sought-after inshore species here in Southwest Florida waters. These sleek, golden fish typically run 18-28 inches around Cape Coral, with that distinctive black lateral line making them easy to spot. You'll find them hugging mangrove shorelines, docks, and bridge pilings where they ambush baitfish. They love structure and current, especially during moving tides. Spring through fall offers the best action, with warmer months being prime time. Snook put up a serious fight with powerful runs and jumps that'll test your drag. Plus, they're excellent table fare with firm, white meat. Here's a local tip: cast live shrimp or pinfish tight to the mangroves and let it drift naturally with the current - snook rarely chase baits far from cover.
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