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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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.
Bank and Bight Backcountry
Bank & Bight Backcountry Charters — premier private flats and back-country fishing adventures in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Coastal Outfitters Sport Fishing Charters
Coastal Outfitters offers customized fishing charters and sunset cruises in Islamorada, delivering relaxed, captained outings tailored to your preferences.
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.
Sea Horse Private Charters
Florida Keys Fishing Charters — premium guided fishing trips in Key Largo where expert captains take you reef‑, wreck‑ and offshore to target trophy species.
Cloud Nine Charters Inc.
Islamorada Fishing Trips — premier private charter adventures for reef, offshore and big-game fishing in the Florida Keys.
Bud N Mary's Fishing Marina
Bud N' Mary's: Florida Keys' oldest, largest fishing fleet with charters, lodging, and epic fishing adventures!
Ivory keys charters
Ivory Keys Outfitters — expert inshore and back-country fishing charters based in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Skins and Fins Charters
Skins & Fins Charters — guided flats, back‑country & inshore fishing in the Florida Keys (Islamorada/Key Largo), where father‑and‑son captains bring local expertise and a family‑friendly approach to chasing tarpon, bonefish, redfish and more.
Florida Keys Boat Rentals, Jetski & Island Tours
Boat & jetski rentals, island & state park tours in Islamorada from Robbie’s Marina.
Black Tip Charters
Black Tip Charters — family-friendly fishing adventures targeting tarpon, sharks and offshore species in Islamorada.
Night Tide Charters
Night Tide Charters – Unique nighttime fishing adventures in Islamorada including spearfishing, bow-fishing and lobster bully-netting.
Captain Mike Venezia
Capt. Mike Venezia — seasoned back-country and flats fishing guide in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Fisher Guide Service
Tarpon Slayer — elite fly- and light-tackle tarpon charters in the Florida Keys offering unforgettable “Silver King” angling experiences.
Hound Dawg Charters
Hound Dawg Charters — upscale offshore sportfishing charters out of Islamorada aboard a 48-ft Viking.