Naples Inshore Fishing Report by Capt. Joey Benko

Fishing here in Naples has been challenging with all the dead fish that have been washing a shore.  With the east winds we have had the last couple of days it has helped blow out the dead fish and the red tide that was lingering in the area.  Fishing has been really good from Naples to Everglade City.  Bait on the gulf has been challenging but stay with it throwing a 1/2 mesh or 3/8 mesh net and you will get them.  I've been finding big snook holding in the 5-7ft water depths.  Trout and redfish can be found working the points and structure throwing live baits and artificial.  Here is Mike Bishop with a beautiful snook that has been surviving the elements. 

On another note remember it's ok to take a photo and release the fish for another day.  With everything going on with fish kills due to redtide and Lake O don't be afraid to only keep what you plan on fixing for dinner that night.  The balance of fishing in this area will continually improve with the proper practice put in place.  


Lets Go Fishing,
Capt. Joey Benko