Cape Coral, FL Fishing Trip — March

Your Cape Coral, FL Fishing Trip

March2 peopleFamily Trip
High 81°F / Low 58°F2.2" rain · 6 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in March

8 species
Spotted SeatroutGood
Spotted Seatrout
Various
Gag GrouperGood
Gag Grouper
Various
Red SnapperGood
Red Snapper
Various
RedfishFair
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
TarponFair
Tarpon
Various
King MackerelFair
King Mackerel
Various
SnookFair
Snook
Various
Spanish MackerelFair
Spanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling

March Weather in Cape Coral

81°F
Avg High
58°F
Avg Low
2.2"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

17 Guides Matched

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$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Florida Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$17
Non-Resident$47
Requirements

Required for ages 16-65. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately. Charter trips often include license.

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Species Regulations

Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round, subject to closures
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:15-19 inch slot limit; only one over 19 inches allowed

Certain areas may have different size and bag limits. Check current regulations for specific location.

Gag Grouper

Regulations vary by area and season. Check current Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission regulations before fishing.

Red Snapper
Bag Limit:1 per person per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum total length

Open season is typically a limited number of days in the summer; check current regulations for exact dates. Regulations apply in state and federal waters.

Redfish
Season:Year-round, subject to closures
Bag Limit:1 per person per day
Size Limit:18-27 inch slot limit

Certain areas may be closed to redfish harvest. Check current regulations for specific location.

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