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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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.
Cora Beth Fishing
Cora Beth Fishing offers personalized, limited-load party boat and private fishing charters from Key West Bight Marina.
HopAlong Fishing Charters
Charter Key Largo — family-run sportfishing charters in Key Largo, Florida Keys offering a guaranteed catch.
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.
Charlie Boy Charters
Charlie Boy Charters, led by Captain Joe Gargan, offers personalized backcountry fishing adventures in the Florida Keys, specializing in tarpon, snook, and shark excursions.
Fish Sugarloaf Key
Fish Sugarloaf Key — expert flat-water fishing charters on Sugarloaf Key targeting tarpon, bonefish, permit and sharks.
Landboat Charters
Fish The Bridges — shore-side bridge fishing charters in Key Largo, where accessible, exciting angling meets local expertise.
My Ohana Fishing Charters
My Ohana Fishing & Charters offers sport fishing, snorkeling, reef & sandbar tours, and custom boat adventures in Key West.
Rodeo Charters
Rodeo Charters — Full‑service fishing charters in Key Largo, offering expert guided excursions where local captains know the best spots and gear’s included.
Captain Conch Charters
Captain Conch Charters offers customizable fishing experiences in Key West, including split, private, and party boat charters, targeting species like mahi mahi, tuna, and sharks.
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.
Conch Key Fishing Lodge & Marina
Escape to paradise at Conch Key Fishing Lodge—prime fishing, stunning views, and cozy waterfront rooms!
Epic Daze Sport Fishing
Epic Daze Sport Fishing Charters in Marathon offers private deep-sea fishing trips in the Florida Keys, delivering unforgettable offshore, reef, and wreck adventures.
Go Time Sportfishing Charters
Go Time Charters — private sportfishing & snorkeling charters in Islamorada, where expert guiding and smooth rides fuel Keys-adventure dreams.
Bug Sportfishing and Charters
Bug Sportfishing — private sport-fishing charters in Islamorada, Florida Keys, guided by Capt. James Duncan.