“Sanibel Tarpon fishing is viable year-round, with a permanent population settling down in the island’s shallows. It is the yearly migration which makes the area famous, though, and its proximity to the famous Boca Grande Pass is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to big Silver Kings. The first big schools are often seen as early as March, and can stick about as late as October before finally moving on. During summer, fish and anglers take to these waters in insane numbers, with schools a hundred strong found in any depth of water. 

“Boca Grande Pass draws anglers like flies to honey every summer and has earned the nickname Tarpon Capital of the World. If you are around in the early summer months and want to witness one of the craziest events in inshore fishing, head to the pass and take part in the madness, as schools several hundred strong are met by an army of anglers wanting their slice of angling heaven. 

“Sanibel has much more going for it than just one pass, though. Spots like Tarpon Bay are as worthwhile today as they were back in the 19th century, and the tidal waters of the Caloosahatchee River are the winter home for many resident Tarpon.”

Buck had a fun day with Captain Jarrett Jones of All Bowed Up Fishing Charters.  For a list of other Fishing Guides and Charters available for your next visit to Sanibel, click here!