Native Salt Charters | Boca Grande & Charlotte Harbor Fishing Guide
Winter has settled into Southwest Florida, and the inshore fishing has been firing on all cylinders. At Native Salt Charters, we’ve been spending our days on the water dialing in classic cold-season patterns and the results have been extremely consistent. Anglers booking a Boca Grande fishing charter right now are being rewarded with steady action targeting redfish, spotted seatrout, and sheepshead.
Winter Fishing Patterns Right Now
Cooler water temperatures and shorter days have pushed fish into predictable areas. The recent stretch of strong low tides has been a huge advantage, draining the flats and pulling bait and gamefish into sand holes, troughs, and natural depressions. These deeper pockets have been loaded with fish, creating prime ambush zones and some of the easiest winter fishing we see all year.
With the water pulled out, we’ve been able to visually locate and methodically work these areas, and the bite has been so consistent it almost feels like cherry-picking fish from a barrel.
What We’re Catching
- Redfish have been grouped up and feeding aggressively in the deeper holes and along mangrove edges.
- Spotted seatrout are holding in nearby deeper water and mixing in with reds, providing fast action.
- Sheepshead are showing well around docks, shorelines, and structure, making them a reliable winter target.
Best Techniques & Baits
Trips with NativeSaltCharters.com have been productive for both artificial and live-bait anglers.
- Artificial jigs and soft plastics worked slowly along the bottom have been deadly around the sand holes.
- Live shrimp continue to be one of the most dependable baits, especially for trout and sheepshead.
The key has been slowing presentations down and keeping baits in the strike zone as long as possible.
Why Winter Is Prime Time in Southwest Florida
Winter is one of the best seasons for a Southwest Florida inshore fishing charter. Fish are concentrated, weather is comfortable, and the crowds are lighter. It’s an excellent time for experienced anglers looking to fine-tune their skills or families wanting consistent action.
Book Your Southwest Florida Fishing Charter
If you’re planning a trip to Boca Grande or Charlotte Harbor, now is a great time to get on the water. Native Salt Charters offers guided inshore trips targeting redfish, trout, and sheepshead all winter long.
Visit NativeSaltCharters.com to book your charter and experience some of the best winter fishing Southwest Florida has to offer.
