Naples Fishing Report
What's biting this week in Naples, Marco Island & the Ten Thousand Islands
Last updated: January 11, 2026
Today's Tides (Naples)
🌊 Best fishing: 2 hours before and after tide changes
Species Report
Redfish
HotBest Spots: Gordon Pass, Dollar Bay
Best Bait: Live shrimp, cut mullet
Schooling in the flats. Target incoming tide.
Snook
GoodBest Spots: Naples Pier, Passes
Best Bait: Live pilchards, white bait
Active at dawn/dusk. Look for bait schools.
Tarpon
FairBest Spots: Passes, beach
Best Bait: Live crabs, threadfin
Migrating through. Best in late April-June.
Spotted Seatrout
HotBest Spots: Rookery Bay, grass flats
Best Bait: Live shrimp, soft plastics
Great action on cooler mornings.
Sheepshead
GoodBest Spots: Docks, bridges, pier
Best Bait: Fiddler crabs, shrimp
Around structure. Light tackle recommended.
Grouper
FairBest Spots: Offshore wrecks, 60-100ft
Best Bait: Live pinfish, squid
Season open. Minimum 20 inches.
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Naples Fishing Tips
License Required
Florida fishing license required for ages 16+. Charter boats include in fee.
Best Times
Dawn and dusk are prime times. Moving tides produce best action.
Bring
Sunscreen, hat, polarized sunglasses, light rain jacket, drinks.