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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Islamorada
Pisces Connections Charters
Islamorada Charter Fishing — premier sport-fishing charters in Islamorada, where experienced guides and deep-water access deliver world-class catches.
Islamorada
Captain Mike Venezia
Capt. Mike Venezia — seasoned back-country and flats fishing guide in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Pelagic Raptors Charters
Cast lines with Captain Mike on Pelagic Raptors fishing charters
Key West
Second Generation Fishing Charters
We Fish Key West — your local charter partner for top offshore, reef, and backcountry fishing adventures.
Key Largo
Key Largo Fishing Adventures
Key Largo Fishing Adventures — premier sportfishing charters based in Key Largo offering reef, wreck and offshore trips.
Key West
Captain Moe's Lucky Fleet
Captain Moe’s Lucky Fleet — high-performance sportfishing charters based in the Historic Seaport of Key West.
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.
Key Largo
Captain Pat's Charters
Captain Pat’s Charters — veteran-owned private fishing charters out of Key Largo, Florida Keys.
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.
Key West
Silver Tide Charters
Silver Tide Charters, led by Captain Bryson Shaaber, offers professional flats and backcountry fishing trips in the Florida Keys. Utilizing a Pathfinder 2500 Hybrid Bay Boat equipped with top-tier technology, Captain Bryson provides an unforgettable fishing experience.
Key Largo
Miss Chief Charters
Miss Chief Charters – Premium deep-sea and reef fishing adventures out of Key Largo in the Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Time Out Sportfishing LLC, Islamorada
Time Out Sportfishing — full‑service deep‑sea, reef & wreck fishing charters in Islamorada with Captain Mike Mason, a 5th‑generation Keys guide.
