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
LegaSea Charters
LegaSea Charters — private offshore fishing charters in Islamorada, where multi-generation expertise meets world-class sportfishing.
Key Largo
Living Aloha Excursions
Explore Key Largo eco tours and sunset cruises aboard Living Aloha Excursions.
Key West
Tarpon Diem
Tarpon Diem Fishing Charters — owner‑operated Key West flats & tarpon charter based at Hurricane Hole Marina, where bucket‑list tarpon battles and shallow‑water sight fishing meet personalized service.
Key West
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.
Islamorada
Fishbone Fishing Charters
Capt. William Chapman LLC — premier private fishing charters based in Key Largo, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Billy B Fishing Charters LLC
Billy B Charters — expert private fishing, snorkeling and custom outings in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Key West
Capt. Andy Glynn Charters - Aboard the RIDLA Too
Ridla Charters — private fishing and eco-tour charters departing from Key West.
Islamorada
Lightly Salted Charters
Private Islamorada boat tours: snorkel, sandbar, fishing—book your adventure.
Islamorada
Fearless Fishing Charters
Fearless Sportfishing Charters — responsive private offshore and reef fishing trips based in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Key West
My Ohana Fishing Charters
My Ohana Fishing & Charters offers sport fishing, snorkeling, reef & sandbar tours, and custom boat adventures in Key West.
The Lower Keys
Double Haul Charters
Fly Fishing in Key West offers expert-guided fly and light tackle fishing charters targeting species like tarpon, bonefish, permit, barracuda, and sharks. Led by experienced captain Geoff W. Colmes, they provide personalized trips in the Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Reel Attack Charters
Reel Attack Charters — full-service fishing charters in Islamorada, where expert guides, big catches and unforgettable Florida Keys experiences converge.
Islamorada
Relentless Fishing
Relentless Fishing – Captain Paul Ross — offshore charter fishing trips in Islamorada, where elite tournament experience meets family-friendly adventure.
Islamorada
Easy Livin' Charter Boat
Custom boat tours and fishing adventures with local legend Captain Augie in Islamorada.
Islamorada
A-Lil'Tail Charter
A Lil' Tail Charters — family-friendly private fishing charters in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
