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
Island to island charters
Island to Island Charters — private eco-tours, sandbar adventures and fishing excursions from Key West’s Garrison Bight Marina.
The Lower Keys
Rippin Line Charters
Explore Florida Keys waters with Captain Anthony—fishing, eco tours, and sunset cruises!
Key Largo
Dirty Waters Charters
Dirty Waters Charters — expert back-country and flats fishing excursions out of Key Largo and the Upper Florida Keys.
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.
Key West
Your Island Charter
Your Island Charter — private boat charters for sandbars, snorkeling, fishing and sunsets in the Florida Keys.
Islamorada
First Choice Charters
First Choice Charters offers private, all-inclusive fishing trips in Marathon, Florida Keys.
Marathon
Huntress Sportfishing
Experience thrilling sportfishing adventures in Marathon with Huntress Sportfishing!
Islamorada
Florida Keys Flats Fishing
Flats Guide, led by Captain Barry Hoffman, offers expert fly and light tackle fishing charters in the Florida Keys. With over 33 years of guiding experience, Captain Barry specializes in sight fishing for tarpon, bonefish, snook, and redfish. All charters are catch-and-release, ensuring sustainable fishing practices.
Islamorada
Captain Mike Venezia
Capt. Mike Venezia — seasoned back-country and flats fishing guide in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Marathon
Marathon Lady Party Boats
Experience the best family-friendly party boat fishing in the Florida Keys!
Islamorada
Lightly Salted Charters
Private Islamorada boat tours: snorkel, sandbar, fishing—book your adventure.
Islamorada
Takedown Charters
Takedown Charters — premium offshore sport‑fishing charters in Islamorada, where Captain Greg Hartlaub leads you after sailfish, mahi, wahoo and trophy game off the Florida Keys.
Islamorada
DirtyBoat Charters
DirtyBoat — premier deep-sea fishing charters out of Islamorada, Florida Keys aboard a tournament-rigged 42′ Liberty.
Key West
Above & Below Fishing Adventures - Key West & Lower Keys Fishing Charters
Above & Below Fishing Adventures offers private, all-in-one Florida Keys charters—fishing, snorkeling, sunset cruises, spearfishing, lobster diving, and more—with full gear, Starlink Wi-Fi, and expert guides.
