🐟 What fish can you catch in Naples?

Most commonly caught species around Naples , FL : Largemouth bass - 10,441 reported catches Common snook - 4,102 reported catches Mangrove snapper - 2,211 reported catches Crevalle jack - 1,580 reported catches Butterfly peacock bass - 1,418 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Naples fishing reports?

The latest Naples , FL fishing reports are: @Snapperattacker reported a nice Atlantic goliath grouper at Matanzas Pass . @JavisFishin reported a nice Ladyfish at Clam Pass . @Mondohogangler reported a nice Gag grouper at Collier County Coast . @evanr1717 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Como . @henrysczomak reported a nice Oyster toadfish . .

Fishing in Naples, FL

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Naples, Florida?

Anglers in Naples , FL recommend these top fishing spots: Lee County Coast , Collier County Coast , Cocohatchee River , Naples Bay , Naples pier .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Naples?

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Florida, United States

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Top fish species in Naples

Butterfly peacock bass

Latest Naples fishing reports

Atlantic goliath grouper

Matanzas Pass

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Ladyfish

Clam Pass

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Gag grouper

Collier County Coast

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Lake Como

length · weight

Oyster toadfish

5 in · 2 oz

Nurse shark

Collier County Coast

34 in · 37 lb

Ladyfish

Henley Canal

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Spanish mackerel

Henley Canal

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Cubera snapper

Shell Creek

6 in · 3 lb

Common snook

Mackle Park

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Fishing regulations in Naples

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Florida can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of April 1st, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Memorable

1 > 16

Max size

16"

Measurement

Total Length

Special gear

Aggregate

Keep intact

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No minimum length. Only 1 bass may be 16-inches or longer in total length. Black Bass or any part thereof may not be used as bait.

Regulations are the same for both Florida Bass and Largemouth Bass throughout Florida, so there is no need for anglers to distinguish between the two species for regulations purposes.

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An angler participating in the TrophyCatch Program may temporarily possess in live condition one largemouth bass, 8 pounds or greater, over the legal length limit and bag limit in order to obtain photographic or video documentation of the fish. All largemouth bass retained for this purpose must be released alive into the waterbody in which it was caught immediately after documentation.

An angler may possess one largemouth bass 16.5 pounds or greater, per day over the legal length or bag limit when submitting for the certification of a potential state record provided they contact the Commission at this link MYFWC-Potential state record largemouth bass. Largemouth bass maintained in live condition may only be possessed on the waterbody or adjacent shore from which the fish was caught and may only be released alive in the same waterbody, unless otherwise directed by Commission staff.

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

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Regulations for

26°09′1.4″N 81°47′37″W

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FAQ about Naples fishing

Anglers in Naples, FL recommend these top fishing spots: Lee County Coast, Collier County Coast, Cocohatchee River, Naples Bay, and Naples pier.

Most commonly caught species around Naples, FL:

Largemouth bass - 10,441 reported catches
Common snook - 4,102 reported catches
Mangrove snapper - 2,211 reported catches
Crevalle jack - 1,580 reported catches
Butterfly peacock bass - 1,418 reported catches

The latest Naples, FL fishing reports are:

@Snapperattacker reported a nice Atlantic goliath grouper at Matanzas Pass.
@JavisFishin reported a nice Ladyfish at Clam Pass.
@Mondohogangler reported a nice Gag grouper at Collier County Coast.
@evanr1717 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Como.
@henrysczomak reported a nice Oyster toadfish.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Naples, FL. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: