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.
Sportfishing History in The Florida Keys
Renowned worldwide as a legendary angling destination, The Florida Keys helped pioneer backcountry sportfishing, saltwater fly fishing and light-tackle angling. Celebrated captains such as Jimmie Albright, Cecil Keith, Billy Knowles and Richard Stanczyk Sr. shaped the sport, while famous anglers including Ted Williams, Ernest Hemingway, Zane Grey and Presidents Herbert Hoover, Harry S. Truman and George H.W. Bush added to the island chain’s enduring fishing legacy.
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...
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Islamorada
Power Play Sportfishing
Power Play Sportfishing — high-performance offshore fishing charters in Islamorada, where cutting-edge gear and thrill-seeker trips deliver dream catches.
Islamorada
Florida Keys Boat Rentals, Jetski & Island Tours
Boats, jet skis and the Lignumvitae ferry, all out of Robbie's Marina at mile marker 77.5 bayside. The ferry runs Friday through Sunday afternoons to an island you cannot otherwise reach without a boat.
Marathon
Edgewater Lodge
Sixteen rooms on the bay side at mile marker 65.5, every one with a kitchenette and a private balcony, plus a pool, a private beach and a boat ramp on the property. Sunset happens straight off your balcony, which is the whole argument for staying bayside.
Key Largo
Season On The Flats
Seasons on the Flats is a Florida Keys fishing book by Bill Horn that guides anglers through seasonal flats fishing across the Keys.
Islamorada
Dog House Charters
Dog House Charters sets out from Whale Harbor Marina in Islamorada aboard a 53-foot Hatteras, taking up to six anglers offshore into the sportfishing capital of the world. Chase sailfish, mahi, tuna, and wahoo with Capt. Jesse Cromer, from half-day reef trips to full days trolling the bluewater.
Islamorada
Tiny's Bait
Gas and bait in one stop at mile marker 82.8 in Islamorada, which is a useful combination on a morning you are already running behind. Fuel, a convenience store and a restroom, right on the Overseas Highway.
The Lower Keys
Captain Zach Stells Florida Keys Fly Fishing
Captain Zach Stells offers guided fly fishing charters for tarpon, bonefish, permit, and redfish on the flats of the Lower Florida Keys and Everglades out of Big Pine Key.
Islamorada
Capt. Rich Mitchell
Captain Rich Mitchell — book your private fishing charter with an experienced Florida Keys guide.
Key West
Second Generation Fishing Charters
We Fish Key West — your local charter partner for top offshore, reef, and backcountry fishing adventures.
Islamorada
Glades & Bay Charters
Glades & Bay Charters – Islamorada — boutique flats and back-country fishing charters departing from Islamorada.
The Lower Keys
Sting Rea Charters
Sting Rea Charters offers world-class fly fishing and light tackle charters for tarpon, permit, and bonefish across the Lower Florida Keys, Key West, and the Marquesas with Captain Justin Rea.
Key West
Key West Fly Fishing
Key West Fly Fishing, led by Captain Dexter Simmons, offers guided flats fishing trips in the Florida Keys. Target tarpon, bonefish, permit, and more on personalized, small-group charters.
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.
The Lower Keys
Elusive Endeavors
Fly Fish Key West — expert fly-fishing charters targeting tarpon, bonefish and permit in the Florida Keys.
