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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Florida Keys Dive Center
Three-dive adventures, snorkeling & scuba charters from Islamorada with courses & lobstering.
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Duke Charters
Duke Charters — top-rated Florida Keys fishing charters led by Captain James Brayton out of Tavernier.
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Captain Dave Perkins Fishing Charters
Captain Dave Perkins Fishing Charters — personalized backcountry and flats fishing trips in the upper Florida Keys (Tavernier, Islamorada, Key Largo & the Everglades).
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The Provider Charter
Provider Charter — private sport fishing charter in Islamorada aboard a 34′ Freeman, where Captain Brooks Gregory offers reef and offshore trips with top‑tier gear and local expertise.
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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.
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Drop Back Charters
Drop Back Charters — custom offshore and reef fishing charters out of Islamorada, Florida Keys.
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Custom Charters
Custom Charters — versatile private fishing trips in Islamorada for reef, sandbar, snorkeling or multi-day adventures.
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That's Right Charters
Fifty feet of Coast Guard inspected sportfisherman with three fighting chairs, air conditioning and room for a crowd, tied up at Bud N' Mary's in Islamorada. If your group is too big for a six-pack charter, this is the boat that solves it.
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Lightly Salted Charters
Private Islamorada boat tours: snorkel, sandbar, fishing—book your adventure.
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Dog House Charters
Dog House Sportfishing Charters — premier full-day sportfishing adventures in Islamorada targeting sailfish, mahi-mahi, tuna and more.
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Moon Cast Anglers
A premier fly-and-light-tackle charter in Islamorada specializing in flats and back-country fishing for tarpon, bonefish, permit, snook and redfish.
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Pirates For Hire Charters
Pirates For Hire Charters — custom private boat charters in Islamorada, where flexible adventures meet laid-back island fun.
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Easy Livin' Charter Boat
Custom boat tours and fishing adventures with local legend Captain Augie in Islamorada.
