Fishing Season: Year round

Naples to Everglades - FL

Fishing Outlook & Conditions

Inshore Temp:

84

Offshore Temp:

83

Capt. Ken Chambers 's Tip of the Week

When searching new areas, look for pelicans, gulls and egrets near the water. They are feeding on baitfish and are often a indicator of fish activity.

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Map of Naples to Everglades

Tide data

Tidal Conditions

Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby

Backcountry Guide Service

5-Day Outlook as of 9/30/26

Starting to see some signs of fall weather. Winds are mild but the temps are so much better than they have been. There is a fair chance of showers all week.

Techniques & Tips as of 9/30/26

Fish around creek mouths when the tide begins to move out. Fish are feeding on bait being pulled out with the tide.

Current Conditions as of 9/30/26

Hungry fish are feeding on the multitude of baitfish in the area. Surface flies are good choices early, then switch to a mullet or minnow pattern,

Local Species Available Year round

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    Snook

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    Redfish

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    Tarpon

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    Seatrout

Capt. Ken Chambers 's Recommended Fly Patterns

"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:

Name: Colors: Size(s):
Lefty’s Deceiver White 1/0
Enrico’s Peanut Butter Fly Black/Purple 2/0
Tarpon Toad Chartreuse 3/0
Grassett’s Snook Minnow White 1/0
Clouser Minnow Chartreuse/White 1/0-2/0

Lefty’s Deceiver

This Deceiver fly pattern is a proven fish-catching machine.

3.99

Item #0826

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Capt. Ken Chambers 's Recommended Gear

Description: About Naples to Everglades

Southwest Florida departures include Naples, Marco Island, and Goodland for fishing in the 10,000 Islands. We offer 1/2, 3/4 or full day trips using fly or spin tackle for snook, redfish, tarpon and more. Our inshore team of expert guides are ready to assist the novice or experienced angler to have a productive day on the water. Fishing is fun for all ages so give us a call now.

Nearest Airport:

RSW-Fort Myers or FLL-Fort Lauderdale

Bait Recommendations:

Thread herring, shrimp, mud crabs, glass minnows, scaled sardines, mosquito fish