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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Key Largo
Coastal Dreams Fishing Charter
Coastal Dreams Fishing — premium offshore and reef charters based in Key Largo, Florida Keys.
Key Largo
Fins & Feathers Fishing Charters
Fins & Feathers Charters — elite offshore and reef fishing trips out of Key Largo led by tournament-champion Capt. Jim Mulcahy.
Key West
Landboat Charters
Fish The Bridges — shore-side bridge fishing charters in Key Largo, where accessible, exciting angling meets local expertise.
Key West
No Doubt Fishing Charters
No Doubt Charters is a family-owned Key West fishing charter offering sportfishing, snorkeling, and trips to the Dry Tortugas.
Islamorada
Buzz On Fishing Charters
Buzz On Charters — premier offshore sport-fishing adventures out of Islamorada aboard a 46-ft Whiticar.
Islamorada
Reel McCoy Fishing Charter
Reel McCoy Charters — premium offshore sportfishing trips in Islamorada, where expert guides and big-game action make unforgettable Florida Keys memories.
Islamorada
Catch & Sea Charters
Catch & Sea Charters — versatile private fishing trips from Tavernier and Islamorada for inshore, nearshore and reef action.
Islamorada
First Choice Charters
First Choice Charters offers private, all-inclusive fishing trips in Marathon, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Hooligan Sportfishing
Hooligan Sportfishing — top-rated private fishing charters out of Islamorada, Florida Keys, led by Captain Sal Gozzo.
Islamorada
Blackwater Charters
Fishing The Keys — multi-option charter fishing adventures in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Florida Keys Dive Center
Three-dive adventures, snorkeling & scuba charters from Islamorada with courses & lobstering.
Islamorada
BnM Charters
Bud n’ Mary’s Marina — home of the renowned “B n’ M” 34-ft charter boat in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Key Largo
Sea Spirit Offshore Fishing
Sea Spirit Offshore Sportfishing — full‑service deep‑sea & reef fishing charters in Key Largo, where expert captains guide you to mahi, tuna, sailfish and more aboard a 43′ sport‑fisher.
Marathon
Sea Bird Marina
Full-service Long Key marina offering slip rentals, boat launch, fuel, rentals & bait shop.
Marathon
Huntress Sportfishing
Experience thrilling sportfishing adventures in Marathon with Huntress Sportfishing!
