# Fly Fishing Fl

Fly fishing and light tackle charters in Punta Gorda targeting redfish, snook, tarpon, and more. Half-day and full-day trips for all skill levels.

## About
- Location: Punta Gorda, Florida
- Phone: (941) 769-7041
- Waters: Saltwater — inshore, nearshore & offshore
- Captain: Captain Roger Gendron — Fish with Orvis endorsed guide, Captain Roger Gendron, with over 30 years of experience guiding fly anglers.
- Google Business Profile: https://maps.google.com/?cid=11273194959806576974

## Trips & rates
- Flats & Back Country - Redfish, Snook, Tarpon & more — 4+ Hours · $450: For one or two anglers.  Add $75 for third anglers
- Flats & Back Country - Redfish, Snook, Tarpon & more — 6 Hours · $600: For one or two anglers.  Add $75 for third anglers

## Target species
- Redfish: The redfish is one of the most sought-after inshore gamefish on the Gulf Coast, known for its powerful runs and copper-bronze beauty. Punta Gorda and Charlotte Harbor offer world-class redfish action year-round. Season: Year-round, peak October through March.
- Snook: The snook is the crown jewel of Gulf Coast inshore fishing—a muscular, copper-sided predator that lives in the mangroves, passes, and bridges of Charlotte Harbor. Few fish on the fly rod match the explosive fight of a big snook. Season: March through November, peak May through September.
- Speckled Trout: Speckled trout—spotted seatrout—are the bread-and-butter species of Gulf Coast fly fishing. Abundant, willing to eat a fly, and delicious at the table, they provide non-stop action for anglers of all skill levels. Season: Year-round, peak September through May.
- Tarpon: The tarpon is the ultimate Gulf Coast fly fishing trophy—a massive, silver-scaled beast that can exceed 200 pounds and jump six feet into the air. Catching a tarpon on a fly rod is a bucket-list experience for any serious angler. Season: March through November, peak April through June.
- Jack Crevalle: Jack crevalle are the bruisers of the Gulf Coast—a hard-hitting, fast-swimming predator that will smash a fly with reckless abandon. They're abundant, aggressive, and provide non-stop action for fly anglers who want to bend the rod. Season: Year-round, peak May through September.
- Pompano: Pompano are the gold of the Gulf Coast—a beautifully patterned, hard-fighting fish that is also one of the finest eating fish in the ocean. Catching pompano on a fly rod is a satisfying challenge that rewards accurate casting and subtle presentations. Season: Peak March through May and September through November.
- Black Drum: The Black Drum is a formidable inshore adversary, known for its powerful runs and distinctive drumming sound. Anglers seeking a robust challenge will find plenty to love when fishing for these bottom-dwellers. Season: Fall through Spring, with peak activity from November to March..

## Frequently asked questions
**What's the best tide for redfish?**
Moving tides are best, particularly incoming tides that push bait onto the flats. Low light periods around dawn and dusk typically produce the most bites.

**Are redfish good to eat?**
Redfish are excellent table fare. The fillets are firm and mild, though many anglers practice selective harvest to maintain healthy populations.

**Do I need experience for redfish on fly?**
Basic fly casting ability helps, but redfish can be cooperative for beginners when fishing with an experienced guide who spots fish and offers casting instruction.

**What's the biggest redfish caught locally?**
Redfish over 50 pounds have been caught in Charlotte Harbor, though fish in the 20-40 pound range are more common for most anglers.

**When is snook season open?**
Snook season in Southwest Florida typically opens March 1 and closes November 30, though regulations can change. Always check current Florida Fish and Wildlife regulations before your trip.

**Where do snook hang out in Punta Gorda?**
Snook congregate around mangrove shorelines, dock pilings, bridge structures, and pass areas where current creates ambush points. The mouth of Charlotte Harbor and the Peace River are reliable spots.

**What's the best fly for snook?**
Large baitfish patterns in sizes 2/0 to 4/0 work best. White, silver, and yellow patterns imitate the threadfin herring and mullet that snook prey on.

**Is snook fishing catch and release?**
Due to snook population concerns, most charter trips practice catch and release. If you do keep a fish, be sure to follow slot limits and regulations.

## Areas served
- Charlotte Harbor
- Pine Island Sound
- Punta Gorda
- Port Charlotte
- Peace River
- Boca Grande
- Englewood
- Naples
- North Point
- Cape Coral

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## Fishing Report
- [Red Tails at Dawn](https://flyfishingfl.com/fishing-report/red-tails-at-dawn): 
- [Snook are snackin' In Punta Gorda. 7/24/26](https://flyfishingfl.com/fishing-report/trip-20260724-ynthawby-d): 
- [A Gasparilla Gas! Snook & Trout 7/17/26](https://flyfishingfl.com/fishing-report/snook-and-trout-71726): 
- [Trophy Snook Punta Gorda](https://flyfishingfl.com/fishing-report/trip-20260715-3llh89zxow):