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
Off the Charts!
Off the Charts! offers personalized fishing charters, eco-tours, and sandbar excursions aboard a 32' Whitewater center console in Key West. Led by a captain with over 40 years of experience, they provide all necessary gear, safety equipment, and fishing licenses are included.
Islamorada
GonFishin V
GonFishin Charters — private sportfishing charters in Islamorada, where elite gear and experienced guiding fuel award-worthy catches.
Key West
Live Action Sportfishing
Live Action Sportfishing — expert inshore & back-country fishing charters based in Key West, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
A-Lil'Tail Charter
A Lil' Tail Charters — family-friendly private fishing charters in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Key West
CN-it Adventures
CN-IT Adventures offers personalized boat excursions in Key West aboard a 26-foot Twin Vee, delivering custom eco-tours, snorkeling, and island hopping catered to your preferences and weather conditions.
Key Largo
JD's Bait & Tackle, Marina and Beach Park
Explore JD's Outdoor Adventures: boats, reels, and gear for Florida anglers.Outdoor gear, boats & bait — your Keys outfitter for every angler’s dream.
Islamorada
Glades & Bay Charters
Glades & Bay Charters – Islamorada — boutique flats and back-country fishing charters departing from Islamorada.
Key West
Beach Weekend
Beach Weekend Key West is a full-service marina on Stock Island offering pontoon and fishing boat rentals, storage, repairs, and a well-equipped ship store—all just a stone’s throw from Key West.
Islamorada
Easy Livin' Charter Boat
Custom boat tours and fishing adventures with local legend Captain Augie in Islamorada.
Key Largo
HopAlong Fishing Charters
Charter Key Largo — family-run sportfishing charters in Key Largo, Florida Keys offering a guaranteed catch.
The Lower Keys
Fish Sugarloaf Key
Fish Sugarloaf Key — expert flat-water fishing charters on Sugarloaf Key targeting tarpon, bonefish, permit and sharks.
Islamorada
Oceanside Charters
Oceanside Charters — private sportfishing trips in Key Largo, where premium gear and expert guides turn your catch into a Keys adventure.
Key West
Folklure Charters
Folklure Charters offers offshore, reef, and wreck fishing trips aboard the 27-foot "Leviathan" in the Florida Keys. Led by Captain Frank Betz, they provide 4, 6, 8, and 10-hour charters targeting species like mahi-mahi, tuna, grouper, marlin, yellowtail, tarpon, and kingfish.
Islamorada
LegaSea Charters
LegaSea Charters — private offshore fishing charters in Islamorada, where multi-generation expertise meets world-class sportfishing.
Key West
Keys Custom Fishing Charters
Keys Custom Fishing Charters — private sport-fishing charters in Key West, where expert guides and tailored trips deliver unforgettable angling adventures.
