Fishing
From backcountry flats to the deep blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf, the Florida Keys are an angler’s dream. Cast for bonefish, tarpon, and permit in skinny water, or chase sailfish, mahi, and tuna offshore—the variety is unmatched. Local captains and charters know where the action is, whether you’re after a record catch or dinner for the grill. With easy access from every island, fishing here is less about luck and more about adventure. Rods ready? The Keys are always biting.
Fishing Information
All the details you need: licenses, regulations, videos, styles, and tips to make your Florida Keys fishing excursion a keeper.
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...
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.
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.
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Islamorada Fishing Charters Florida Keys
Offshore and inshore sportfishing charters in Islamorada.
Reefhouse Resort & Marina
Escape to Reefhouse Key Largo: luxury bayside resort with beach, spa, and marina.
Relentless Fishing
Relentless Fishing – Captain Paul Ross — offshore charter fishing trips in Islamorada, where elite tournament experience meets family-friendly adventure.
BnM Charters
Bud n’ Mary’s Marina — home of the renowned “B n’ M” 34-ft charter boat in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
First Choice Charters
First Choice Charters offers private, all-inclusive fishing trips in Islamorada Florida Keys.
Sea Senorita Charters
Sea Señorita Charters — private offshore & reef fishing trips departing from Tavernier in the Florida Keys, where experienced Captain Casey takes small groups out aboard a 32′ SeaVee to chase mahi, wahoo, sailfish and more.
Sundance Sportfishing
Experience thrilling deep sea fishing charters in the Florida Keys with expert guides!
Danica Anne Sportfishing
Captain Wayne Parker Fishing Charters — veteran-led private deep-sea and sunset cruises from Tavernier, Florida Keys.
Fins & Feathers Fishing Charters
Fins & Feathers Charters — elite offshore and reef fishing trips out of Key Largo led by tournament-champion Capt. Jim Mulcahy.
No Doubt Fishing Charters
No Doubt Charters is a family-owned Key West fishing charter offering sportfishing, snorkeling, and trips to the Dry Tortugas.
Custom Cat Charters
Custom Cat Charters offers tailored private boat trips for fishing, sightseeing, and special events in the Florida Keys.
HopAlong Fishing Charters
Charter Key Largo — family-run sportfishing charters in Key Largo, Florida Keys offering a guaranteed catch.
Coastal Dreams Fishing Charter
Coastal Dreams Fishing — premium offshore and reef charters based in Key Largo, Florida Keys.
Renegade Offshore Fishing
Renegade Offshore Fishing — custom reef, wreck & offshore fishing charters in Islamorada, where tournament-level expertise meets family-friendly adventure.
Saltwater Cowboy Charterz
Experience unforgettable fishing and snorkeling adventures in Key Largo with Saltwater Cowboy Charterz.