Operating out of Bokeelia, Florida, Bent Rod Charters LLC specializes in providing their clients with epic inshore and flats fishing trips. Captain John Middleton has over 35 years of experience, fishing freshwater, inshore, and offshore. He’s a 4th generation Floridian who grew up fishing Pine Island Sound, Caloosahatchee River, Matlacha, and Bokeelia.

His boat is a 22’ Pathfinder bay boat that can carry up to 5 anglers, 4 of them fishing comfortably at the same time. It comes with a 200 HP Yamaha VMAX engine, a live bait tank, a cooler for your food/drinks, and top-quality navigational electronics and safety gear.

The captain will take you to the most productive fisheries and do everything he can to put you on the likes of Tarpon, Spotted Seatrout, Shark, Snook, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Flounder, and so much more. Depending on the targeted species and the package you choose, you can expect to do some epic bottom fishing, trolling, drifting, and even bow fishing (gear for 2 guests is provided).

You’ll be supplied with all the other fishing gear, lures, frozen bait, and live bait (freshly caught the morning before the trip). The captain uses Daiwa Black Gold reels along with light tackle rods. He also uses some Shimano Stratic. Aside from fishing gear, he also provides snorkeling equipment for all 6 guests – the clients should just let him know if they want to mix their fishing with snorkeling.

You can keep whatever fish is legal at that time, and the captain will clean your catch free of charge. Feel free to bring your food, drinks, and sunscreen. The captain has a cooler with ice on board where you can store your goods.

Bent Rod Charters LLC will do everything in their power for you to have a comfortable, productive, and fun fishing experience!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Viaje Privado
    3 Hour Relaxing Trip (AM)
    Cancelación GRATIS 7 días de aviso
    3 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    US $400
    This is a relaxing 3 hour trip that's ideal for those of you that just want to get out on the water, hit a couple of fishing spots and enjoy a few hours on the water.
  • Viaje Privado
    3 Hour Relaxing Trip (PM)
    Cancelación GRATIS 7 días de aviso
    3 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 12:30 PM
    US $400
    This is a relaxing afternoon adventure where you'll get the chance to get your line wet and enjoy your time on the water.
  • Viaje Privado
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    ¡solicitado! Reservado hace: 2 días
    Cancelación GRATIS 7 días de aviso
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    US $500
    This is a morning half day trip that will take you chasing after Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, Snook, Redfish, and many other local species. You'll meet the captain at the dock by 8:00 a.m. and be back by 12:00 a.m.
  • Viaje Privado
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    ¡Recién reservado! Última reserva hace: 8 horas
    Cancelación GRATIS 7 días de aviso
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 1:00 PM
    US $500
    This trip will see you fishing for the likes of Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, Snook, Redfish, and more for 4 hours in the afternoon. You will meet the captain at the dock at 1:00 p.m. and be back by 5:00 p.m.
  • Viaje Privado
    Night Trip
    Cancelación GRATIS 7 días de aviso
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 4:30 PM
    Viaje de temporada (Mar, Mie, Jue, Vie)
    US $600
    This is a great way to go catch Shark or other fish species. The boat has underwater lights that attract the fish, which gives you more chances to catch bigger fish. You will meet at the dock at 6:00 p.m. and return at 10:00 p.m.
  • Viaje Privado
    3/4 Day Trip
    Cancelación GRATIS 7 días de aviso
    6 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    US $700
    This 6-hour trip will give you enough time to target all the inshore superstars the area is famous for. You'll be going after Tarpon, Spotted Seatrout, Mangrove Snapper, Flounder, Shark, Snook, Redfish, and many others.
  • Viaje Privado
    Full Day Trip
    Cancelación GRATIS 7 días de aviso
    8 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 8:00 AM
    US $900
    This trip gives you more time to fish, cover more ground, and catch more fish. You will meet the captain at the dock at 8:00 a.m. and return to the dock at 4:00 p.m. Depending on the bite, you could be reeling in Tarpon, Spotted Seatrout, Shark, Snook, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Flounder, and more.
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FAQs about Bent Rod Charters LLC

Bent Rod Charters LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3 Hour Relaxing Trip (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3 Hour Relaxing Trip (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Night Trip (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Bent Rod Charters LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Localizador de peces
  • Equipo de snorkel For all guests
  • Vivero para la carnada
  • Motor de troleo inalámbrico
  • Equipo para Pesca con Arpón Upon request
  • Nevera para la pesca For your food/drinks

Trips booked with Bent Rod Charters LLC include:
  • Cañas, carretes y equipo (Daiwa Black Gold, Shimano Stratic)
  • Carnada Viva (Caught the same morning)
  • Señuelos
  • Limpieza y Fileteado (When we get back to the dock included in price)
  • Bebidas (Water)
  • Licencia de Pesca (Yes is included)

Bent Rod Charters LLC offers the following types of fishing:
  • Pesca en Río (Saltwater)
  • Pesca de Orilla
  • Pesca Cerca de la Costa
  • Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas
  • Pesca Backcountry

Bent Rod Charters LLC offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Equipo Ligero
  • Equipo Pesado
  • Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
  • Troleo
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Pesca con Mosca
  • Drift Fishing
  • Pesca con Arco (Gear for 2 guests [)
  • Pesca con Arpón

Top targeted fish species with Bent Rod Charters LLC include:
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail

Sobre el Captain

John Middleton
St James City, Florida, Estados Unidos
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81 Opiniones de los clientes
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Miembro desde Abril 2019
I have over 35 years of fishing experience fishing inshore, nearshore, and freshwater. Being a fourth generation Floridian, I grew up fishing on the Caloosahatchee River, Pine Island Sound, Matlacha, and Bokeelia,saint James,Sanibel ,ft Myers beach from camping on the tip of Bokeelia to out gigging late nights with friends and family. I love to share my knowledge and experiences with others.

Sobre este listado

Especies de Interés

Flounder Flounder
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Redfish Redfish
Shark (Blacktip) Blacktip Shark

Especificaciones del barco

Pathfinder (Bay boat) construido en 2001, y restaurado en 2017. Impulsado por 250HP Yamaha VMAX motor, con una velocidad máxima de crucero de 50 nudos.

Longitud
22 ft
Capacidad
5 personas

Tipos de Pesca

Pesca en Río
Saltwater
Pesca de Orilla
Pesca Cerca de la Costa
Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas
Pesca Backcountry

Técnicas de Pesca

Equipo Ligero
Equipo Pesado
Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
Troleo
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Pesca con Mosca
Drift Fishing
Pesca con Arco
Gear for 2 guests [
Pesca con Arpón

Servicios

GPS
Localizador de peces
Equipo de snorkel
For all guests
Vivero para la carnada
Motor de troleo inalámbrico
Equipo para Pesca con Arpón
Upon request

El Viaje Incluye

Cañas, carretes y equipo
Daiwa Black Gold, Shimano Stratic
Carnada Viva
Caught the same morning
Señuelos
Limpieza y Fileteado
When we get back to the dock included in price
Bebidas
Water
Licencia de Pesca
Yes is included

Política de Cancelación

Cancelación gratis hasta 7 días antes del viaje

Los clientes pueden cancelar o modificar su reserva hasta 7 días antes de la fecha del viaje sin cargo. Si el viaje se cancela o modifica después, o en caso de no presentarse, se cobrará el 100% del depósito.

Políticas

Opción de traslado después de reservar
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Se permiten niños
No minimum age, life jackets provided
Te quedas con la pesca
What is allowed to keep in season at time of trip
Se permite captura y liberación

Pago

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

Cuando el capitán confirme tu viaje, FishingBooker cargará a su tarjeta de crédito un depósito del 10% para garantizar la reserva.

El saldo restante se pagará directamente al operador del charter en la fecha del viaje o antes en uno de los siguientes métodos de pago:

Efectivo
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Al pagar el saldo restante con tarjeta de crédito, habrá un cargo adicional del 4%

St James City Calendario de Pesca

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Opiniones de los clientes

Calificación general
Excellent
4.9 / 5
de 5 estrellas de 81 reseñas
Barco
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Fotos de clientes (54)
Great trip for my boys!!!
Great trip for my boys!!!
Great trip for my boys!!!
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Calificación del pescador
77
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Opinión de los pescadores
Buena experiencia
97%
Capitán amigable
100%
Recomienda este charter
98%
Apto para niños
97%
Satisfecho con el barco
100%
Atrapé lo que quería
97%
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Spenser S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Great trip for my boys!!!

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  2hr on Marzo 27, 2024
Captian John was great with my kids and they had a great time. Just wanted to catch some fish and we did. Would recommend to...
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Daniel M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Great Experience

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (AM) on Febrero 23, 2024
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...
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Jessica M.
Davie, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

3 hr trip

VERIFICADO   3 Hour Relaxing Trip (AM) on Junio 11, 2023
Captain John put us in the best spots, we caught fish nearly the entire trip! Managed to reel in a few species, including an...
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Andrew G.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experiencia:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Fun 1/2 day

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  Half Day Trip (AM) on Marzo 8, 2024
Family had a fun 1/2 day trip with Captain John. Caught numerous sheepshead and some trout for dinner. Enjoyable/relaxing fishing...
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Steve L.
Orion Township, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

3 hour charter

VERIFICADO   3 Hour Relaxing Trip (AM) on Abril 15, 2023
We had a great morning on the water with Captain John, catching our limit of speckled sea trout and an awesome redfish. Captain...
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