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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Islamorada
Capt Rick Stanczyk
Islamorada Tarpon Fishing — expert tarpon-focused fishing charters based in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Fly+Spin Poling Guide
Andy Janoski — expert fly- and spin-fishing charter guide based in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Key West
Fish Key West®
Fish Key West — full-service fishing charter company in Key West offering flats, deep-sea and split-charters.
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
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).
The Lower Keys
Elusive Endeavors
Fly Fish Key West — expert fly-fishing charters targeting tarpon, bonefish and permit in the Florida Keys.
Key West
Straw Hats Fishing Charters
Straw Hats Fishing Charters — private reef, wreck and offshore fishing charters in Key West where every trip is full‑boat (up to ~6 anglers) and fully equipped for a premier angling experience.
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
Capt. Trentin Leary
Capt. Trentin Leary — boutique private fishing charters in Islamorada’s back-country for tarpon, redfish and reef action.
Islamorada
Reef Runner Charters
Reef Runner Sportfishing Charters — premier offshore & reef fishing charters in Islamorada, where trophy species and expert guides make Florida Keys adventures unforgettable.
Key Largo
Beyond Blessed Charters
Beyond Blessed Charters offers unforgettable fishing adventures in the Florida Keys, targeting species like mahi mahi, snapper, tarpon, and more. Led by an experienced captain, guests enjoy a fully equipped, family-friendly trip on the waters of Key Largo and Islamorada.
Key West
Fishy Business Charters
Offshore, reef, and backcountry fishing charters aboard a 36’ Front Runner Center Console with Captain Eric Evans.
Marathon
Custom Cat Charters
Custom Cat Charters offers tailored private boat trips for fishing, sightseeing, and special events in the Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Chris Clearwater Charters
Chris Clearwater Charters: Custom fishing, snorkeling & sandbar adventures with a chef-captain in the Florida Keys.
