Naples Mullet Run

About Naples

Naples sits near the southern end of the Gulf run. Schools that left the bays to the north move along these beaches, usually later in the season than the Panhandle and Big Bend.

The Naples Pier gives a high view over the bar, and the beaches run for miles in both directions.

Why fish here during the run

• The pier puts you over the travel lane.
• Late-season timing gives a second shot after northern spots slow down.
• Snook, jacks, and sharks follow the bait along the beach.

Angler tips

• Scan from the pier for bait clouds and birds before fishing.
• Calm mornings after a front are the easiest to read.
• Cast nets work along the beach trough when schools come close.

Access & conditions notes

• The Naples Pier is free to fish; parking is metered nearby.
• Wind, pressure, and water temperature come from the NOAA Fort Myers station.

Map pin: 26.1320°N, 81.8080°W · Naples Pier and beaches