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 as a world-class destination for anglers, history-rich Islamorada is where backcountry sport fishing and saltwater fly fishing were pioneered.
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Conch Key Fishing Lodge & Marina
Escape to paradise at Conch Key Fishing Lodge—prime fishing, stunning views, and cozy waterfront rooms!
Custom Cat Charters
Custom Cat Charters offers tailored private boat trips for fishing, sightseeing, and special events in the Florida Keys.
Island Girl Charters
Experience unforgettable Florida Keys adventures with Island Girl Charters—fishing, snorkeling, and more!
Slamtime Charters
Slamtime Charters offers offshore, reef, wreck, flats, backcountry, Everglades, bridge tarpon, and daytime swordfish charters throughout the Florida Keys and Key West with Captain Pablo Rodriguez, a 25-year veteran guide operating two vessels out of Marathon.
Epic Daze Sport Fishing
Epic Daze Sport Fishing Charters in Marathon offers private deep-sea fishing trips in the Florida Keys, delivering unforgettable offshore, reef, and wreck adventures.
Marathon Lady Party Boats
Experience the best family-friendly party boat fishing in the Florida Keys!
Captain Hook’s Marina and Dive Center
Explore award-winning Florida Keys adventures with Captain Hook’s Marina & Dive Center!
Slamtime Charters
Slamtime Charters in Marathon offers private Florida Keys fishing charters targeting offshore, reef, wreck, and backcountry species with an experienced local captain.
Wet Tails Charters
Wet Tails Charters is a Marathon fishing charter operating out of Captain Hook's Marina aboard a 31-foot Stamas with a private bathroom, offering family-friendly reef, offshore, wreck, and big game fishing trips with Captain Ed Traylor and first mate Mikey.
Fishing Kings
Marathon Fishing Kings — private reef, wreck & offshore fishing charters in Marathon, where expert guidance meets trophy-fish potential.
Marathon Bait & Tackle
Marathon Bait & Tackle: family-owned for over 50 years, your complete fishing center in the Middle Keys.
Huntress Sportfishing
Experience thrilling sportfishing adventures in Marathon with Huntress Sportfishing!
Two Conchs Fishing Charters
A family-run charter fleet led by Capt. Jack Carlson, offering 20+ boats across The Florida Keys.
Sea Bird Marina
Full-service Long Key marina offering slip rentals, boat launch, fuel, rentals & bait shop.
City of Marathon Marina
City of Marathon Marina & Ports — full-service marina operations and public boating access in Marathon, FL, where marine convenience meets Keys cruising.