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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R-U Fishing Yet
R U Fishing Yet Charters, led by Captain Richard Burson, offers personalized backcountry and fly fishing trips in the Florida Keys and Everglades. Target species include snook, redfish, sea trout, bonefish, tarpon, and permit. Family-friendly charters are available for anglers of all skill levels.
Islamorada
Fishbone Fishing Charters
Capt. William Chapman LLC — premier private fishing charters based in Key Largo, Florida Keys.
Key Largo
Underwater Cowboy
Underwater Cowboy – luxury private charters in Key Largo offering scuba diving, fishing, snorkeling & PADI instruction.
Key Largo
Grand Slam Fishing Charters
Grand Slam Charters — premier fishing charters in South Florida & the Keys, where expert guiding meets world-class waters.
Islamorada
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.
Islamorada
Cayo Vida Marina
Cayo Vida Marina is a full-service marina in Tavernier, Florida, offering fishing and snorkeling charters, live and frozen bait, and exclusive Cayo Vida gear for your Florida Keys adventure.
Islamorada
Midnight Fly Charters
Experience expert fly, spin & light tackle fishing with Captain Mark on the waters of Islamorada.
Islamorada
Capt. Rich Mitchell
Captain Rich Mitchell — book your private fishing charter with an experienced Florida Keys guide.
Islamorada
Bank and Bight Backcountry
Bank & Bight Backcountry Charters — premier private flats and back-country fishing adventures in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Key West
Captain Moe's Lucky Fleet
Captain Moe’s Lucky Fleet — high-performance sportfishing charters based in the Historic Seaport of Key West.
Islamorada
Drop Back Charters
Drop Back Charters — custom offshore and reef fishing charters out of Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Fishin Mission Charters
Fish Mission Charters — expert private fishing charters operating out of Key Largo, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Mangrove Marina
Full-service marina in Tavernier offering wet slips, dry storage, houseboat rentals & resort amenities in a protected mangrove setting.
Islamorada
Night Tide Charters
Night Tide Charters – Unique nighttime fishing adventures in Islamorada including spearfishing, bow-fishing and lobster bully-netting.
