Fort Myers, FL Fishing Trip — April

Your Fort Myers, FL Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 87°F / Low 66°F1.9" rain · 1 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in April

8 species
Red SnapperExcellent
Red Snapper
Various
Spotted SeatroutExcellent
Spotted Seatrout
Various
RedfishGood
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
King MackerelGood
King Mackerel
Various
SnookGood
Snook
Various
TarponGood
Tarpon
Various
Gag GrouperGood
Gag Grouper
Various
Spanish MackerelGood
Spanish Mackerel
Casting · Trolling

April Weather in Fort Myers

87°F
Avg High
66°F
Avg Low
1.9"
Rainfall
1
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

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Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

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

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Light rain jacket
$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.

Things to Do in Fort Myers

Activities for your non-fishing days

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.

Buy License Online — Florida

Species Regulations

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.

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.

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.

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person
Size Limit:24-inch fork length minimum
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