Naples Fishing & Outdoors

Coastal Angler Magazine Naples Edition is best resource for anglers & outdoor enthusiasts. Browse through our fishing reports, forecasts, fishing tips and advice from the local guides and prolific anglers.

Peak Wintertime Fishing

by: Caitlyn Gatrell Florida is known for many things, but one of its key features is its climate. Year-round we … Dec 31st, 2024

The Dawn of a New Year

By: Jessica Hendrie As we welcome 2025, the promise of a new year brings excitement for anglers all over. A … Dec 30th, 2024

Annual Fishing Guide

By: Captain Terry Fisher Every month of every year will present different challenges to all anglers. Understanding when and where … Dec 30th, 2024

Naples Fishing Reports

The Backcountry

By: Capt. Greg Poland The fishing both in the Backcountry and around Everglades City has been on fire lately and … Dec 30th, 2024

Starting off the New Year

By: Capt. Bart Marx It’s a new year and a great time to go fishing. Inshore, you should be able … Dec 30th, 2024

Kayak Fishing

By: Dan Carns Just north of Lake Okeechobee is a fairly remote waterway called Fellsmere Reservoir, aka Egan Lake or … Dec 30th, 2024

Kayak Fishing

By: Eric Henson Happy New Year everyone! January is a prime time to wet a line in Southwest Florida, where … Dec 30th, 2024

December’s Opportunities

By: Capt. Bart Marx It was a crazy year in the weather department, and I am glad it’s over. For … Nov 30th, 2024

Knots

By: Dan Carns I recently caught up with my friend Mike Westra at the Boat House in North Fort Myers. … Nov 30th, 2024

Naples Tide Charts

Marco Island Tide Charts

Wiggins Pass Tide Charts

Everglades Tide Charts

Year’s End

By: Capt. Dave Stephens It’s the last month of the year, let’s hope we can close this one out and start … Nov 30th, 2024

This Time of Year!

By: Capt. Billy Norris Cooler temperatures mean cooler water, and along with the change in the weather comes a change … Dec 30th, 2024

Worth the Weight

by: Joe Sheaffer I don’t know how many times I’m asked by friends and fellow anglers “What lure are you … Dec 31st, 2024

Naples Fishing & Outdoors

Protect Beach Wildlife from Fireworks this July Fourth Weekend

Thinking about taking fireworks out to the beach for an Independence Day celebration? Some things to keep in mind! Although … May 31st, 2024

Bald Eagles Rely on Careful Anglers

Boaters along Florida’s waterways often see Ospreys perched atop a channel marker or soaring overhead, but sometimes a closer look … Apr 30th, 2024

Know What You’re Getting Into

By: Capt. Tim Ramsey My wife and I went fishing one day in the backcountry east of the Marco Island … Dec 31st, 2023

Fishing Recommendations for This Year

By: Captain Terry Fisher The November 2023 Ft. Myers Boat Show had a great showing with a number of inquisitive … Dec 31st, 2023

Fishing Tips & Advice

Important Update on Navigating Wiggins Pass

by Alan Ritchie All mariners that use the waters in southwest Florida are aware that conditions are dynamic and are … Apr 1st, 2019

Boat Engine Tips & Tricks

by Kit Sawyer There are several things to look over before using your boat, such as pulling the drain plug … Sep 1st, 2018

When it comes to barotrauma, the right tools mean everything.

It’s that time of year when you may be fishing for snapper and grouper. Continue your role as a conservationist … Aug 1st, 2018

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