Fishing
From skinny-water flats to deep-blue runs offshore, The Florida Keys give anglers plenty of ways to bend a rod. Sight-cast for Bonefish, Tarpon and Permit in the backcountry, or head for open water in search of Sailfish, Mahi-Mahi, Tuna and more. Local captains know the tides, the bite and the spots worth chasing, whether you’re hoping for a personal best or fresh catch for dinner. Around here, the hardest part is deciding where to fish first.
Fishing Information
Everything you need to plan a Florida Keys fishing trip, from finding and booking a local charter to checking the best times to target different...
Sportfishing History in The Florida Keys
Renowned worldwide as a legendary angling destination, The Florida Keys helped pioneer backcountry sportfishing, saltwater fly fishing and light-tackle angling. Celebrated captains such as Jimmie Albright, Cecil Keith, Billy Knowles and Richard Stanczyk Sr. shaped the sport, while famous anglers including Ted Williams, Ernest Hemingway, Zane Grey and Presidents Herbert Hoover, Harry S. Truman and George H.W. Bush added to the island chain’s enduring fishing legacy.
Florida Keys Fishing Tournaments
The Florida Keys is a famous for fishing tournaments. Check our list highlighting some of the many tournaments taking place throughout the year.
Florida Keys Lobster Season
Every year, thousands of locals and visitors dive into spiny lobster season, a favorite Florida Keys tradition. The Florida Fish and Wildlife...
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Key Largo
FnR Charters
FnR Charters — versatile private fishing trips in Key Largo, Florida Keys covering flats, back-country and deep-sea adventures.
Islamorada
Drop Back Charters
Drop Back Charters — custom offshore and reef fishing charters out of Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Fly+Spin Poling Guide
Andy Janoski — expert fly- and spin-fishing charter guide based in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Duke Charters
Duke Charters — top-rated Florida Keys fishing charters led by Captain James Brayton out of Tavernier.
Marathon
Conch Key Fishing Lodge & Marina
Ten units on the bay side of Conch Key, and every single one comes with its own boat slip at the dock out front. Salt water pool, a ramp, non ethanol fuel and frozen bait on site, with the Atlantic a short run out under the Long Key Bridge.
Key West
Above & Below Fishing Adventures - Key West & Lower Keys Fishing Charters
Capt. Jose Rodriguez Jr. runs a 2025 32 foot SeaVee out of Cudjoe Key for six anglers, with Starlink, a head aboard and electric reels for deep dropping. In February he put a Pennsylvania family on a 480 pound swordfish after a five hour fight, and most of the community ate swordfish that week.
Islamorada
Ivory Keys Charters
Ivory Keys Outfitters — expert inshore and back-country fishing charters based in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Fisher Guide Service
Tarpon Slayer — elite fly- and light-tackle tarpon charters in the Florida Keys offering unforgettable “Silver King” angling experiences.
Islamorada
Salty Bowline Charter Co.
Salty Bowline Charter Co. — premium private charters in Islamorada offering fishing, cruising & sunset trips, where speed, comfort and tailored adventures meet Florida Keys waters.
Islamorada
Hound Dawg Charters
Hound Dawg Charters — upscale offshore sportfishing charters out of Islamorada aboard a 48-ft Viking.
Islamorada
Florida Keys Boat Rentals, Jetski & Island Tours
Boats, jet skis and the Lignumvitae ferry, all out of Robbie's Marina at mile marker 77.5 bayside. The ferry runs Friday through Sunday afternoons to an island you cannot otherwise reach without a boat.
The Lower Keys
Tail Chasin' Charters
Tail Chasin' Charters offers flats, inshore, offshore, reef, and night tarpon fishing charters out of Little Torch Key in the Lower Florida Keys with a team of five experienced captains.
Islamorada
Big Dave Charters and Tours
Big Dave Charters & Tours — luxury fishing charters, boat tours and vacation rentals in Islamorada and the Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Early Bird Fishing Charters
EarlyBird Fishing Charters — premier offshore sport-fishing charters out of Islamorada, Florida Keys.
