When red snapper are around Naples and how far boats run
Red snapper fishing out of Naples means a long run for a short window. Local operators say the fish are available only a few months per year. The red snapper species guide covers the species across the Gulf. For the whole coast, see the Gulf of Mexico fishing guide.
Offshore Naples says its full-day trips reach 40+ miles out. Naples Fishing Boats runs federally permitted red snapper trips from Naples City Dock.
If you’re leaving from Naples on your own boat, the Naples port guide covers the port itself. A run of 40+ miles shapes the whole day, so work out your fuel and weather window before you plan your first drop.
| Planning point | What it means for your day |
|---|---|
| Season | Only a few months per year, per local operators |
| Run length | 40+ miles for full-day trips |
| Departure | Naples City Dock for the permitted charter trips |
Grounds and structure off Naples
The Kidd sits 14 miles SSW of Naples. That figure and the Naples Spring Black Hole distance come from the Collier County site list.
| Site | Type | Depth | Distance/bearing |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kidd | barge | not listed | 14 miles SSW (Collier County list) |
| Naples Spring Black Hole | sinkhole | not listed | 27.5 miles out (Collier County list) |
| Baja California | not listed | 114 ft | 60 miles west |
| R Tower | Air Force relay tower | not listed | not listed |
| L Tower | Air Force relay tower | not listed | not listed |
| D Tower | Air Force relay tower | not listed | not listed |
Chart layers are not for navigation.
Where is The Kidd?
The Kidd is a barge 14 miles SSW of Naples, per the Collier County list. It is the closest named structure here, well inside the 40+ mile range of full-day trips.
How far out is Naples Spring Black Hole?
Naples Spring Black Hole is a sinkhole 27.5 miles out, per the Collier County list. No bearing is listed.
How deep is Baja California?
Baja California sits in 114 ft of water, 60 miles west of Naples. That is beyond the distance full-day charters cite.
Where are the R, L and D towers?
The R, L and D towers are Air Force relay towers. No distance or bearing is listed for any of them, so verify positions on a current chart before running.
How red snapper are fished locally
Locally, red snapper are caught by bottom fishing on reefs and wrecks. The reef fish fishing guides have the gear detail.
Off Her Radar’s red snapper trip runs about 10 hours, which is a useful reference when you plan your own departure and return.
Where to read conditions before the run
The nearest buoy is NOAA station NPSF1 (station 8725110), Naples, FL, at 26.132 N 81.807 W. Read wind, wave height and period there and in the official forecast before you commit to a 40+ mile run.
Before you leave the dock:
- Check wind speed and direction at NPSF1 and in the forecast.
- Check both wave height and period.
- Compare the numbers against what your boat and crew can handle on a run of 40+ miles each way.
Who fishes for red snapper out of Naples
Three local operators list red snapper trips:
- Offshore Naples Fishing Charters: 36-foot Contender. Full-day trips reach 40+ miles out.
- Off Her Radar Fishing Charters: Captain Robby Trammell. The red snapper trip runs about 10 hours.
- Naples Fishing Boats: federally permitted red snapper trips from Naples City Dock.
Boat length, distance and hours indicate the scale of these trips, and that is the scale to plan around on your own boat.
FAQ about red snapper fishing out of Naples
How far do Naples boats run for red snapper?
Red snapper fishing out of Naples usually means a run of 40+ miles. Offshore Naples says its full-day trips reach 40+ miles out.
When are red snapper around Naples?
Operators say the fish are available only a few months per year. Check the regulations pages for open dates.
Where is The Kidd?
The Kidd is a barge 14 miles SSW of Naples, per the Collier County list.
How deep is Baja California?
Baja California is 114 ft deep and sits 60 miles west of Naples.
Which buoy covers Naples?
NOAA station NPSF1 (8725110), at 26.132 N 81.807 W. Read wind, wave height and period there and in the official forecast.
Do Naples charters run red snapper trips?
Yes. Offshore Naples, Off Her Radar and Naples Fishing Boats list them. Naples Fishing Boats runs federally permitted trips from Naples City Dock.
