​​Capt. Lou Baggett

Over 40 years experience fishing in SW Florida

About Me

​A bit of History

Captain Lou Baggett​ is truly a native saltwaterman. Six generations of his family have fished some of the best back-country waters of Southwest Florida. A full-time U.S.C.G. licensed Captain, Lou has been guiding anglers in his native Southwest Florida waters for over 40 years.

Capt. Lou provides more than a fishing charter,  he provides a total fishing experience.  Whether you are looking for giant Tarpon fishing in Boca Grande and adjacent beaches or stalking  Redfish,  Snook,  Trout, or other species in the backcountry, Capt. Lou knows how to ensure your best catch.  Being a native and having fished in the Boca Grande,  Charlotte Harbor,  Englewood (Lemon Bay),  Placida, Venice,  and Sarasota fishing grounds for so many years,  Capt. Lou has the experience that most guides do not have.

Welcome to captlou.com

Fishing with Capt. Lou is more than a fun day of fishing,  it is truly a great fishing experience.  I love to fish with families.  I grew up fishing with my family and still do.  There is nothing like seeing a child catch his or her first fish.  I would love a fishing experience with your family and share my passion.

 I sanitize my boat and cushions before every trip and provide a sanitized cooler with fresh ice, licenses, tackle, bait, everything we need to have a great fun day.  You provide what you like to eat and drink, camera, hat, and sunblock.            Please do not bring a cooler!​

Schedule a trip today!

  Back Country (Year Round)  1/2 Day up to 2 People - $425

   

       Tarpon  (May, June, July) 1/2 Day up to 2 people - $500           

            941-475-3677  This is a land line so please do not text!

                                       


Tarpon Fishing

The cry "FISH ON" signals the beginning of one of fishing's most exciting experiences.  Tarpon are known for their spectacular jumps and tail walking.  When the fish is hooked, the angler may normally expect the fish to "fly" several times before the real battle begins.  On the light tackle used by Capt. Lou, the fight may last from 20 minutes to 40 minutes.  Whether you are an experienced tarpon fisherman or a novice, boating the "Silver King" is an experience never to be forgotton.

Back Country Fishing

Some of the fish that we will be fishing for in the back country are snook, trout, and redfish. These and many other species inhabit the warm waters of SW Florida year around.


Cleaning your Fish!

For those of you that like to eat fresh fish, Capt. Lou will be happy to clean them for you!


I'm about ready for some sheephead stew, how about you?

Gallery

I sanitize my boat and cushions before every trip and provide a sanitized cooler with fresh ice, licenses, tackle, bait, everything we need to have a great fun day.  You provide what you like to eat and drink, camera, hat and sunblock.  Please do not bring a cooler!