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 hotspot 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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Islamorada
Caribee Marina
Caribee Boats Marina — full-service marina and boat sales in Islamorada, where 75+ years of Keys boat-lifestyle expertise meets prime waterfront access.
Key West
Wild Bill Charters
Wild Bill Sport Fishing — premier charter fishing in Key West, where tournament-level experience and family-friendly fun meet.
The Lower Keys
Snapshot Charters
Family-friendly Snapshot Charters offers unforgettable reef to swordfish fishing trips!
Key West
Bear Holeman Charters
Bear Holeman offers expert inshore and offshore fishing charters in Key West, with captains boasting over 20 years of experience and ready-to-use gear for families, solo anglers, and seasoned fishers.
Islamorada
Reel Screamer Charters
Reel Screamer Charters — offshore and reef fishing charters in Tavernier, where expert guides turn Florida Keys trips into unforgettable catch-and-fun adventures.
Key West
Fishy Business Charters
Offshore, reef, and backcountry fishing charters aboard a 36’ Front Runner Center Console with Captain Eric Evans.
Key West
Above & Below Fishing Adventures - Key West & Lower Keys Fishing Charters
Above & Below Fishing Adventures offers private, all-in-one Florida Keys charters—fishing, snorkeling, sunset cruises, spearfishing, lobster diving, and more—with full gear, Starlink Wi-Fi, and expert guides.
The Lower Keys
Showtime Charters, LLC
Showtime Charters Key West — private fishing & snorkeling charter in Key West where Captain Sam Shaw offers customized trips from reef to sand‑bar adventures.
Islamorada
Florida Keys Dive Center
Three-dive adventures, snorkeling & scuba charters from Islamorada with courses & lobstering.
Key Largo
Captain Pat's Charters
Captain Pat’s Charters — veteran-owned private fishing charters out of Key Largo, Florida Keys.
Key Largo
The Buzzard's Roost
The Buzzard’s Roost — waterfront Key Largo restaurant serving fresh seafood, steaks & island ambiance.
Marathon
Marathon Lady Party Boats
Experience the best family-friendly party boat fishing in the Florida Keys!
Key West
Cora Beth Fishing
Cora Beth Fishing offers personalized, limited-load party boat and private fishing charters from Key West Bight Marina.
Key West
Finz Dive Center
Small‑group scuba and spearfishing charters, including Dry Tortugas trips, aboard a 6‑passenger dive boat.
