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 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...
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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Hound Dawg Charters
Hound Dawg Charters — upscale offshore sportfishing charters out of Islamorada aboard a 48-ft Viking.
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A Fishing Guide
A Fishing Guide offers light tackle and fly fishing charters in Islamorada, targeting species like tarpon, bonefish, permit, redfish, and snook. Captain Steve Friedman provides personalized trips for anglers of all levels. Family-friendly adventures available.
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Takedown Charters
Takedown Charters — premium offshore sport‑fishing charters in Islamorada, where Captain Greg Hartlaub leads you after sailfish, mahi, wahoo and trophy game off the Florida Keys.
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Second Generation Flats Guide LLC
Second Generation Flats Guide — expert light‑tackle and fly‑fishing trips in Tavernier, Florida Keys, where you’ll chase bonefish, tarpon, permit, snook and redfish in the shallow flats with an experienced guide.
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Play Baby Fishing Charters
Play Baby Charters — high-performance deep-sea fishing charters in Islamorada where big-game action meets family-friendly service.
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Can-O-Worms Fishin'
Can-O-Worm’s Fishin’ — personalized back-country charter fishing in Islamorada with Captain Jimi “Worm” Fickling.
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Lightly Salted Charters
Private Islamorada boat tours: snorkel, sandbar, fishing—book your adventure.
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Capt. Easy Charters
Capt. Easy Charters — premier offshore and reef fishing charters based in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
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Florida Keys Fishing and Eco-Tours
Tarpon specialists delivering snag-free charters & gear to reel in the Silver King.
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Ivory keys charters
Ivory Keys Outfitters — expert inshore and back-country fishing charters based in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
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Captain Mike Venezia
Capt. Mike Venezia — seasoned back-country and flats fishing guide in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
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Black Tip Charters
Black Tip Charters — family-friendly fishing adventures targeting tarpon, sharks and offshore species in Islamorada.
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Coastal Outfitters Sport Fishing Charters
Coastal Outfitters offers customized fishing charters and sunset cruises in Islamorada, delivering relaxed, captained outings tailored to your preferences.
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Billy B Fishing Charters LLC
Billy B Charters — expert private fishing, snorkeling and custom outings in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
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Miss O Sportfishing
Miss O Sportfishing – Premium back- and inshore fishing charters in Islamorada led by Captain Nolan Wilson.
