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.
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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Islamorada
Under The Radar Charters
Under The Radar Charters — back‑country and flats fishing in Islamorada where expert fly‑ and light‑tackle guide Riley Holden takes anglers into shallow‑water hotspots for tarpon, redfish, snook, bonefish and more.
Islamorada
Pirates For Hire Charters
Pirates For Hire Charters — custom private boat charters in Islamorada, where flexible adventures meet laid-back island fun.
Islamorada
So Flo Charters
SO FLO Charters — guided inshore/back‑country fishing trips in Islamorada, where Captain Eric Rodriguez offers custom light‑tackle and fly‑fishing experiences for all skill levels.
Islamorada
Golden Glare Fly Charters
Golden Glare Fly Charters — private fly and light tackle fishing charters in Islamorada and the Florida Keys, where expert guiding meets world-class flats fishing.
Key West
Native Charters Key West
Native Charters Key West offers flats and backcountry fishing charters out of Sugarloaf Key in the Lower Florida Keys, led by Captain Chris Duncan with over 30 years of experience.
Islamorada
Bamboo Charters
Bamboo Charters, led by Captain Matt Bellinger, offers personalized fishing, snorkeling, sandbar, and sunset excursions aboard the "Chubby Mermaid," providing unforgettable experiences in the Florida Keys.
Key West
Never Too Deep LLC
Never Too Deep LLC offers offshore, reef and wreck fishing charters from Stock Island near Key West in the Florida Keys aboard a 32-foot Contender center console.
Islamorada
Couple A Bucks Charters
Couple-A-Bucks Charters — family-friendly flats & back-country fishing adventures from Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Fly+Spin Poling Guide
Andy Janoski — expert fly- and spin-fishing charter guide based in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Ultimate Dream Fishing Charters
Scott’s Fishing Florida Keys — expert private charters in Islamorada offering back-country, reef and offshore fishing adventures.
Key Largo
Dirty Waters Charters
Dirty Waters Charters — expert back-country and flats fishing excursions out of Key Largo and the Upper Florida Keys.
Marathon
Flat Out Sportfishing
Experience thrilling flats fishing in the Florida Keys with expert Captain Diego!
Islamorada
Westward Expeditions
Westward Expeditions offers USCG-licensed light tackle and fly fishing charters from Islamorada to Biscayne Bay, Flamingo and the Upper Florida Keys.
Key West
Capt Dans Fishing Charters
Capt. Dan’s Fishing Charters — private sportfishing excursions in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
