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Glades & Gills Backcountry Guide Service

Ochopee FL

Backcountry Fishing
Glades & Gills Backcountry Guide Service
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Kevin Forrestal

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Backcountry Fishing

Kevin Forrestal, Captain at Glades & Gills Backcountry Guide Service

Experience the wild side of Florida’s coastline with a guided fishing trip through the heart of Everglades National Park. Step aboard a classic 17-foot Maverick skiff, perfectly built for exploring the shallow back bays, winding creeks, and endless mangrove tunnels that make this region one of the most unique fishing destinations in the world. With 18 years of experience, your captain knows every bend, tide, and hidden flat that holds fish, ensuring your day is as productive as it is unforgettable.


Each trip is designed around you—whether you’re just learning to cast or already an experienced angler looking to test your skills. The calm, protected waters of the Everglades are perfect for light tackle fishing, where you’ll hunt for prized inshore species such as Snook, Redfish, Sea Trout, Tarpon, and Goliath Grouper. Depending on your preference, we’ll use a mix of live bait and artificial lures, tailoring the experience to your comfort and technique.


The Everglades offers more than just great fishing—it’s an untouched wilderness where wildlife thrives. As you glide quietly across glassy creeks and open bays, you may spot dolphins playing nearby, ospreys diving for fish, and herons stalking the shoreline. Every trip offers a front-row seat to nature’s show, far from the crowds and surrounded by the peace of the backcountry.


Your Maverick skiff, powered by a 70 HP Yamaha, cruises smoothly through the shallows, giving you access to remote spots that larger boats can’t reach. The setup is ideal for one or two anglers, providing a stable and comfortable platform for casting, sight-fishing, or simply taking in the scenery.


Trips are available in half-day, three-quarter, or full-day options, giving you flexibility to fit your schedule and fishing goals. All essential gear is provided, including rods, reels, tackle, live bait, and lures. Your catch will be cleaned and filleted at the end of the trip, ready to enjoy fresh after a rewarding day on the water.


Whether you’re chasing your first Redfish, casting to a rolling Tarpon, or exploring the legendary backwaters of the Everglades, this is more than just a fishing trip—it’s an experience that captures the spirit of Old Florida. Come see why anglers from around the world return year after year to fish these pristine waters and create memories that last a lifetime.

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Upcoming Availability

February 2026
March 2026

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Fishing Techniques

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Keep your Catch

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When you book your fishing trip, you will need to first put down a deposit to hold the reservation.

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What's Included

Keep your Catch

Keep your Catch

This guide offers trips that you are able to take home your catch.

Good to Knows

Good to Knows

Your Guide has some important details about your trip with them.

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License

License

Read about the licensing details that is / is not covered in the below trips.

Nature / Wildlife Views

Nature / Wildlife Views

This guide offers trips with nature and wildlife views.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy

When you book your fishing trip, you will need to first put down a deposit to hold the reservation.

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