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 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...
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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Islamorada
Florida Keys Dive Center
Three-dive adventures, snorkeling & scuba charters from Islamorada with courses & lobstering.
Islamorada
Capt Rick Stanczyk
Islamorada Tarpon Fishing — expert tarpon-focused fishing charters based in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Key Largo
Grand Slam Fishing Charters
Grand Slam Charters — premier fishing charters in South Florida & the Keys, where expert guiding meets world-class waters.
Key Largo
Fantastic Charters
Charter Key Largo — family-run sportfishing charters in Key Largo, Florida Keys offering a guaranteed catch.
Key West
Triple Time Fishing Charters
Triple Time Fishing Charters — offshore and reef sport‑fishing in Key West aboard a 46′ Bertram, led by Captain Keith.
Marathon
Main Attraction
Main Attraction Charter Fishing — top-tier deep-sea sportfishing charters in Marathon, Florida Keys, where “first out, freshest catch” meets unparalleled local expertise.
Islamorada
DirtyBoat Charters
DirtyBoat — premier deep-sea fishing charters out of Islamorada, Florida Keys aboard a tournament-rigged 42′ Liberty.
Islamorada
Two Trolls Sport Fishing
Two Trolls Sport Fishing — full‑service reef, wreck & offshore charter in Islamorada, Florida, where Captain Robert Junco takes small groups out for multi‑species action.
Islamorada
White Waters Paradise Bait & Tackle
White Waters Paradise Bait & Tackle — full-service fishing & outdoor gear shop in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Black Tip Charters
Black Tip Charters — family-friendly fishing adventures targeting tarpon, sharks and offshore species in Islamorada.
Key Largo
Salty Morada Charters
Beyond Blessed Charters offers guided fishing trips in Islamorada and Tavernier, delivering fun, hassle-free offshore and reef fishing for anglers of all skill levels.
Islamorada
Poppa Wahoo Islamorada
Poppa Wahoo Sportfishing — luxury offshore fishing charters in Islamorada where high-performance deep-sea adventure meets family-friendly service.
Marathon
Captain Hook’s Marina and Dive Center
Explore award-winning Florida Keys adventures with Captain Hook’s Marina & Dive Center!
The Lower Keys
Ye Olde English Fly Shop
Ye Olde English Fly Shop — premium custom fly rod building supplies and fly-tying gear in the Florida Keys.
