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A visit to Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, the Charlotte Harbor Gulf Island Coast is a peaceful gateway to Southwest Florida. As Florida’s premier ecotourism destination, you’ll find us to be free of crowds and off the beaten path yet still offer the comfort and amenities discerning travelers seek. Situated on Charlotte Harbor with endless miles of natural shoreline, we are home to unlimited outdoor pursuits like beaches, world-class sailing, boating, fishing, paddling, birding, dining and arts. Come find out why “Our Best Side is Outsidesm”.

July

Gulf of Mexico Red snapper season usually opens in July—but always check MyFWC.com for exact dates—and many anglers look forward to targeting these fish during the few weeks each summer that the season is open. Keep in mind that catching them requires a long run offshore. Few are caught in less…

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June

Gulf of Mexico Anglers who like to fish deep water and who are willing to make long runs 50 or more miles offshore to reach water depths approaching 150 feet will be pumped up for the opening of the seasons for gag and for red snapper. Visit MyFWC.com for official opening dates. For those of us who…

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