Join Bent Rod Charters for an amazing trip in the inshore waters and flats of Sanibel, Captiva, Pine Island Sound.
As a lifelong resident of SW Florida, Captain John Middleton has been fishing the local waters of Lee County, including Pine Island Sound, Matlacha Pass, Caloosahatchee River, and Sanibel Island for 35 years. It’s his passion to be able to use his knowledge and experience of fishing the local waters, both inshore and nearshore, to others and provide an enjoyable experience to all.
You’ll be fishing on a 22’ center console that's powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine. She is outfitted with up to date marine technology to get you on fish. Captain John's boat can accommodate up to 5 guests including families and anglers of all skill levels.
There’s a variety of species you can go after depending on the season including Jack Crevalle, Snook, Tarpon, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Tripletail, and more. Bent rod charters will provide all of the fishing gear for a successful day on the water as well as the bait and the fishing license for the day. Any fish you're able to keep will be cleaned and filleted for you a the the end f your trip. Captain John has complimentary water on b...
Join Bent Rod Charters for an amazing trip in the inshore waters and flats of Sanibel, Captiva, Pine Island Sound.
As a lifelong resident of SW Florida, Captain John Middleton has been fishing the local waters of Lee County, including Pine Island Sound, Matlacha Pass, Caloosahatchee River, and Sanibel Island for 35 years. It’s his passion to be able to use his knowledge and experience of fishing the local waters, both inshore and nearshore, to others and provide an enjoyable experience to all.
You’ll be fishing on a 22’ center console that's powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine. She is outfitted with up to date marine technology to get you on fish. Captain John's boat can accommodate up to 5 guests including families and anglers of all skill levels.
There’s a variety of species you can go after depending on the season including Jack Crevalle, Snook, Tarpon, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Tripletail, and more. Bent rod charters will provide all of the fishing gear for a successful day on the water as well as the bait and the fishing license for the day. Any fish you're able to keep will be cleaned and filleted for you a the the end f your trip. Captain John has complimentary water on board but you're welcome to bring your own drinks as well as snacks.
Book your trip today with Bent Rod Charters for an unforgettable day of fishing on Florida's SW Coast!
Fishing Trips with Bent Rod Charters, LLC start at: $400.00
You’ll need to bring drinks (no glass bottles), snacks, weather appropriate clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.
Weather cancellations are at your Captain’s discretion, your safety is their number one priority! You will receive a refund for any weather cancellation, or you can choose to reschedule your trip for a different date.
3105 Stringfellow Rd Saint James City, FL
Black Drum
Cobia
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Mangrove Snapper
Permit
Pompano
Redfish
Sharks
Sheepshead
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spotted Seatrout
Tripletail
Your Captain will have you targeting the species biting most frequently on the days leading up to your trip!
Join Bent Rod Charters for an amazing trip in the inshore waters and flats of Sanibel, Captiva, Pine Island Sound.
As a lifelong resident of SW Florida, Captain John Middleton has been fishing the local waters of Lee County, including Pine Island Sound, Matlacha Pass, Caloosahatchee River, and San...
Join Bent Rod Charters for an amazing trip in the inshore waters and flats of Sanibel, Captiva, Pine Island Sound.
As a lifelong resident of SW Florida, Captain John Middleton has been fishing the local waters of Lee County, including Pine Island Sound, Matlacha Pass, Caloosahatchee River, and Sanibel Island for 35 years. It’s his passion to be able to use his knowledge and experience of fishing the local waters, both inshore and nearshore, to others and provide an enjoyable experience to all.
You’ll be fishing on a 22’ center console that's powered by a 250HP Yamaha engine. She is outfitted with up to date marine technology to get you on fish. Captain John's boat can accommodate up to 5 guests including families and anglers of all skill levels.
There’s a variety of species you can go after depending on the season including Jack Crevalle, Snook, Tarpon, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Tripletail, and more. Bent rod charters will provide all of the fishing gear for a successful day on the water as well as the bait and the fishing license for the day. Any fish you're able to keep will be cleaned and filleted for you a the the end f your trip. Captain John has complimentary water on board but you're welcome to bring your own drinks as well as snacks.
Book your trip today with Bent Rod Charters for an unforgettable day of fishing on Florida's SW Coast!
Popular Features:
Fishing License Included
Fish Cleaning Included
Children Welcome
Fishing Tackle Included
Fishing Trips with Bent Rod Charters, LLC start at: $400.00
You’ll need to bring drinks (no glass bottles), snacks, weather appropriate clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.
Weather cancellations are at your Captain’s discretion, your safety is their number one priority! You will receive a refund for any weather cancellation, or you can choose to reschedule your trip for a different date.
3105 Stringfellow Rd Saint James City, FL
Black Drum
Cobia
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Ladyfish
Mangrove Snapper
Permit
Pompano
Redfish
Sharks
Sheepshead
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spotted Seatrout
Tripletail
Your Captain will have you targeting the species biting most frequently on the days leading up to your trip!
Trips:
You will have the opportunity to select backup dates in checkout (if applicable)
Relaxing Trip (AM)
Trip Total:$400.00
Price includes up to 3 guests
+$50.00 per additional guest, max 5 guests
Reserve now with a $88.00 deposit
8:00am - 11:00am EST (3 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
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This trip is for the people that have never been and want to see if the would like a longer trip are maybe have kids that would like fishing but can’t stay out a longer time
Half Day Trip (AM)
Trip Total:$500.00
Price includes up to 3 guests
+$50.00 per additional guest, max 5 guests
Reserve now with a $110.00 deposit
8:00am - 12:00pm EST (4 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
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Your trip will start in the morning out to the flats are mangroves looking for what is biting that time of the year bait will be on the boat poles ready to go stress free day looking at the beautiful islands
Half Day Trip (PM)
Trip Total:$500.00
Price includes up to 3 guests
+$50.00 per additional guest, max 5 guests
Reserve now with a $110.00 deposit
12:30pm - 4:30pm EST (4 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
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Trip will start at 12:30 and end at 4:30 going to some inshore spots catching what it biting that time of the year
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3/4 Day Trip
Trip Total:$750.00
Price includes up to 3 guests
+$50.00 per additional guest, max 5 guests
Reserve now with a $165.00 deposit
8:00am - 2:00pm EST (6 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
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We will be inshore fishing looking for what’s biting that time of year you can keep what’s legal to keep to eat fish will be cleaned and bagged for you
Full Day Trip
Trip Total:$900.00
Price includes up to 3 guests
+$50.00 per additional guest, max 5 guests
Reserve now with a $198.00 deposit
8:00am - 4:00pm EST (8 hours)
Deposit refundable up to 3 Days before the trip
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The full day is a good time to fish in the morning get lunch at one of the restaurants on the island take a swim find shells and some fishing at the end are fish all day
Customer Reviews
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Relaxing Trip (AM)
Thanks captain had a great time. Next time longer trip for bigger fish.
Thanks captain had a great time. Next time longer trip for bigger fish.
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Half Day Trip (AM)
Family had a fun 1/2 day trip with Captain John. Caught numerous sheepshead and some trout for dinner. Enjoyable/relaxing fishing morning to start our vacation off.
Family had a fun 1/2 day trip with Captain John. Caught numerous sheepshead and some trout for dinner. Enjoyable/relaxing fishing morning to start our vacation off.
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Half Day Trip (AM)
Captain John got us on the fish right away, and we had a blast fishing. A couple dolphins showed up to steel our fish making the experience remarkable. Would definitely book with Captin John again at Bent Rod Charters. Thanks
Captain John got us on the fish right away, and we had a blast fishing. A couple dolphins showed up to steel our fish making the experience remarkable. Would definitely book with Captin John again at Bent Rod Charters. Thanks