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 Lobster Season
Every year, thousands of locals and visitors dive into spiny lobster season, a favorite Florida Keys tradition. The Florida Fish and Wildlife...
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.
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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The Lower Keys
Low Key Angling
Low Key Angling offers flats, backcountry and nearshore fishing charters in Key West and the Lower Florida Keys targeting tarpon, permit, bonefish and other inshore species.
Islamorada
Bank and Bight Backcountry
Bank & Bight Backcountry Charters — premier private flats and back-country fishing adventures in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
The Lower Keys
Chard Fly
Chard Fly offers guided fly fishing charters in Key West and the Lower Florida Keys focused on tarpon, bonefish, permit and shallow-water sight fishing.
The Lower Keys
Captain Doug Kilpatrick
Florida Keys Flats Fishing — expert flats and back-country fishing charters from Marathon to Key West.
Key West
Conch Queen Charters
Conch Queen Charters offers light tackle reef and offshore fishing, snorkeling, sandbar, lobster, and stone crab trap adventures in Key West and the Lower Keys aboard a 26-foot TwinVee with Captain Jojo, a third-generation Key West native.
Key West
Captain Rios Charters
Captain Rio's Charters offers personalized, adventure-filled boating experiences in Key West, specializing in spearfishing, lobstering, island exploration, and water-based activities aboard a 32-foot Stamas vessel.
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).
Islamorada
Salty Buddha Offshore
Custom offshore boat adventures and fishing experiences departing from the Florida Keys — perfect for anglers, families, and coastal explorers.
Key West
Keys Custom Fishing Charters
Keys Custom Fishing Charters — private sport-fishing charters in Key West, where expert guides and tailored trips deliver unforgettable angling adventures.
Key West
All Water Charters
Experience unforgettable private fishing adventures in Key West with expert Captain Kyle!
Islamorada
Second Generation Flats Guide LLC
Second Generation Flats Guide — expert light‑tackle and fly‑fishing trips in Tavernier, Florida Keys, where you’ll chase bonefish, tarpon, permit, snook and redfish in the shallow flats with an experienced guide.
Marathon
Sea Bird Marina
Full-service Long Key marina offering slip rentals, boat launch, fuel, rentals & bait shop.
Key West
Wall To Wall Fishing Charters
Wall To Wall Fishing Charters — premier private fishing and sandbar tours out of Key West for all ages and experience levels.
Key West
Key West Conch Life Charters
Customize your perfect Key West adventure with fishing, snorkeling, and sunset cruises!
Islamorada
That's Right Charters
That’s Right Charters offers guided fishing experiences in the Florida Keys, specializing in backcountry and flats fishing with knowledgeable local captains and a personalized, on-the-water adventure.
