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 West
Captain Hook's Dive Key West
Captain Hook's Dive Key West is a full-service dive shop offering scuba diving, snorkeling, and private charters.
Key West
Seaborn Charters
Seaborn Charters — full‑service offshore & reef fishing charter in Key West, where twin‑engine 32′ Contender boats combine local expertise with high‑end gear for unforgettable days on the water.
Islamorada
Katz Charters
KATZ Charters — top-rated fishing charters out of Islamorada, Florida Keys, led by Capt. Jason Katsikas.
Key Largo
Scales 2 Tales Charters
Scales 2 Tales Charters — experienced guided fishing trips in Key Largo, offering inshore/back‑country and reef/wreck excursions where you’ll target species like snook, redfish, tarpon and grouper.
Key West
Salty Goat Fishing Charters
Salty Goat Fishing Charters — head boat reef‑fishing trips in Key West where families and groups enjoy fun, catch‑filled days on a 50‑ft “party” fishing vessel.
Key West
Live Action Sportfishing
Live Action Sportfishing — expert inshore & back-country fishing charters based in Key West, Florida Keys.
Key West
Finz Dive Center
Small‑group scuba and spearfishing charters, including Dry Tortugas trips, aboard a 6‑passenger dive boat.
Islamorada
Sea Senorita Charters
Sea Señorita Charters — private offshore & reef fishing trips departing from Tavernier in the Florida Keys, where experienced Captain Casey takes small groups out aboard a 32′ SeaVee to chase mahi, wahoo, sailfish and more.
Islamorada
Catchalottafish Charters
Catchalottafish Charters — top-tier Islamorada fishing charters delivering reef, wreck, offshore and Gulf of Mexico adventures.
Key West
Capt. Andy Glynn Charters - Aboard the RIDLA Too
Ridla Charters — private fishing and eco-tour charters departing from Key West.
Key West
Dream Catcher Charters
Top-tier fishing, snorkeling & eco-charters out of Key West since 1994.
Islamorada
Easy Livin' Charter Boat
Custom boat tours and fishing adventures with local legend Captain Augie in Islamorada.
Islamorada
Florida Keys Boat Rentals, Jetski & Island Tours
Boat & jetski rentals, island & state park tours in Islamorada from Robbie’s Marina.
The Lower Keys
Showtime Charters, LLC
Showtime Charters Key West — private fishing & snorkeling charter in Key West where Captain Sam Shaw offers customized trips from reef to sand‑bar adventures.
Key West
Recon Sportfishing
Recon Sportfishing — backcountry charters in Key West where expert guidance meets unforgettable inshore adventures.
