INSHORE FISHING CHARTERS

ReelFishing Charters offers inshore fishing trips throughout Punta Gorda, Boca Grande, Charlotte Harbor and surrounding Southwest Florida waters with Captain Danny Latham.

Captain Danny has spent more than 25 years fishing and guiding these waters. Depending on the season, inshore trips can target Snook, Redfish, Speckled Trout, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead and other species around mangrove shorelines, grass flats, creek mouths, passes and protected backcountry waters.

Where we fish and how we fish changes with the tides, weather, water conditions, bait movement and seasonal fish patterns. Danny adjusts each trip around current conditions rather than following the same route every day.

Inshore fishing is a good option for experienced anglers as well as families, kids and first-time fishermen, with light tackle and plenty of different fishing environments available throughout the Charlotte Harbor estuary.

✅ Personally guided by Captain Danny Latham
✅ 25+ years of professional guiding experience
✅ Top-of-the-line Penn & Fenwick fishing gear
✅ Family- and kid-friendly inshore trips
✅ Private charters tailored to your group
✅ No Fish–No Pay Guarantee on qualifying backcountry and flats trips

Inshore fishing gives anglers access to mangrove shorelines, grass flats, creek mouths, passes and protected backcountry waters throughout the Charlotte Harbor estuary. These different habitats give Captain Danny plenty of options as tides, weather and fish movements change throughout the day.

Depending on the season and conditions, we target Snook, Redfish, Speckled Trout, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead and other inshore species using live bait, artificial lures and light tackle.

One of the advantages of an inshore fishing trip is the ability to move between different types of water without making long offshore runs. We may fish a mangrove shoreline for Snook, work grass flats for Redfish and Trout, or move to passes, creek mouths and structure as conditions change.

These trips work well for experienced anglers, families, kids and beginners because Captain Danny can adjust the fishing style and pace to the people on the boat.

Inshore fishing is a great option for families, kids and first-time anglers because trips can be adjusted to different ages and experience levels. Captain Danny takes the time to help beginners with baiting, casting and fighting fish while keeping experienced anglers involved in the fishing.

Much of the fishing takes place around protected bays, mangrove shorelines, grass flats and backcountry waters, without the long runs associated with offshore fishing.

Depending on the season and conditions, families may catch Mangrove Snapper, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Ladyfish, Sheepshead, Jacks and other inshore species. Danny adjusts the trip based on the group, weather, tides and where the fish are feeding that day.

👉 Learn more about our Family Fishing Charters.

Captain Danny fishes a large portion of the Charlotte Harbor estuary, with different areas becoming productive as tides, seasons, weather and bait movement change throughout the year.

BOCA GRANDE

The waters around Boca Grande include grass flats, mangrove shorelines, passes and backcountry areas where we target Snook, Redfish, Trout and other inshore species.

👉 Learn more about our Boca Grande Fishing Charters.

PUNTA GORDA & CHARLOTTE HARBOR

Punta Gorda provides access to Charlotte Harbor and extensive backcountry waters, including mangrove shorelines, creek mouths, grass flats and channels. These areas provide year-round opportunities for Snook, Redfish, Trout and other inshore species.

👉 Learn more about our Punta Gorda Fishing Charters.

CAPE CORAL & PINE ISLAND SOUND

Cape Coral anglers have access to inshore waters connected to Pine Island Sound, Charlotte Harbor and the surrounding estuary. Depending on conditions, trips may target Snook, Redfish, Trout, Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead and other species.

👉 Learn more about our Cape Coral Fishing Charters.

Captain Danny chooses where and how to fish based on current conditions, tides, weather, bait and seasonal fish movements, rather than relying on the same fishing areas every day.

4 Hours

$650

6 Hours

$900

8 Hours

$1200

6 Hours

$1200

10 Hours

$2000

4 Hours

$650

6 Hours

$900

8 Hours

$1200

Captain Danny fishes with Penn and Fenwick rods and reels and Berkley braided line on his inshore fishing charters. He chooses high-quality, dependable fishing gear rather than inexpensive rental-style tackle because the quality of the equipment can make a real difference when you’re fighting a good fish.

Depending on the species, season and conditions, Danny uses both live bait and artificial lures, adjusting tackle and techniques throughout the trip.

Common inshore catches include:
Snook • Redfish • Speckled Trout • Mangrove Snapper • Sheepshead • Black Drum • Jacks • Ladyfish • Spanish Mackerel • Pompano

Each trip is planned around tides, weather, bait movement and seasonal fish patterns. Let Captain Danny know what you’re interested in catching and your experience level, and he’ll adjust the fishing style and tackle accordingly.