Fishing
From skinny-water flats to deep-blue runs offshore, The Florida Keys give anglers plenty of ways to bend a rod. Sight-cast for Bonefish, Tarpon and Permit in the backcountry, or head for open water in search of Sailfish, Mahi-Mahi, Tuna and more. Local captains know the tides, the bite and the spots worth chasing, whether you’re hoping for a personal best or fresh catch for dinner. Around here, the hardest part is deciding where to fish first.
Fishing Information
Everything you need to plan a Florida Keys fishing trip, from finding and booking a local charter to checking the best times to target different...
Sportfishing History in The Florida Keys
Renowned worldwide as a legendary angling destination, The Florida Keys helped pioneer backcountry sportfishing, saltwater fly fishing and light-tackle angling. Celebrated captains such as Jimmie Albright, Cecil Keith, Billy Knowles and Richard Stanczyk Sr. shaped the sport, while famous anglers including Ted Williams, Ernest Hemingway, Zane Grey and Presidents Herbert Hoover, Harry S. Truman and George H.W. Bush added to the island chain’s enduring fishing legacy.
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...
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The Lower Keys
Key Flat Charters
Florida Keys Flats Fishing — expert guided flats fishing charters covering the pristine shallow waters of the Florida Keys.
Key West
Captain Hook's Dive Key West
A NOAA Blue Star dive operator running two trips a day out to the Vandenberg, Sand Key Lighthouse and the reefs off Key West, with a divemaster in the water on every dive. Snorkelers get their own departures and all the gear, and no experience is required.
Marathon
Ana Banana Fishing Company
Ana Banana Fishing Company is a third-generation, father-and-son operated Marathon fishing charter with a six-boat fleet, a no-fish-no-pay guarantee, and 25+ years of experience targeting offshore, inshore, reef, flats, and backcountry species year-round.
Key West
Above & Below Fishing Adventures - Key West & Lower Keys Fishing Charters
Capt. Jose Rodriguez Jr. runs a 2025 32 foot SeaVee out of Cudjoe Key for six anglers, with Starlink, a head aboard and electric reels for deep dropping. In February he put a Pennsylvania family on a 480 pound swordfish after a five hour fight, and most of the community ate swordfish that week.
Islamorada
TAN MAN Charters
Islamorada Offshore Charters — full‑service offshore & reef fishing charters in Islamorada, Florida, where experienced captain Matt “Tan Man” Davis leads anglers after sailfish, mahi‑mahi, wahoo and more.
Islamorada
Salty Bowline Charter Co.
Salty Bowline Charter Co. — premium private charters in Islamorada offering fishing, cruising & sunset trips, where speed, comfort and tailored adventures meet Florida Keys waters.
Islamorada
Capt. Trentin Leary
Capt. Trentin Leary — boutique private fishing charters in Islamorada’s back-country for tarpon, redfish and reef action.
Key West
Always Somethin' Charters Key West
Always Somethin' Charters is one of the top-rated fishing charter operations in Key West, offering family-friendly light tackle inshore fishing for tarpon, shark, bonefish, permit, and snapper aboard an 18-foot Sterling skiff with a team of experienced captains and a 4.9-star average across 580+ reviews.
Islamorada
Black Tip Charters
Black Tip Charters — family-friendly fishing adventures targeting tarpon, sharks and offshore species in Islamorada.
Marathon
Killbox Fishing
Elite tournament fishing team based in Marathon, FL, competing in major marlin, sailfish, and dolphin events.
Islamorada
Reel Attack Charters
Reel Attack Charters — full-service fishing charters in Islamorada, where expert guides, big catches and unforgettable Florida Keys experiences converge.
Key Largo
Let It Ride Charters
Let It Ride Charters offers private fishing, snorkeling, and dive trips from Key Largo—gear, bait, licenses included, tailored for all skill levels.
Key West
Florida Keys Fly Fishing
Key West Charter Fishing offers flats, backcountry and fly fishing charters in Key West, Florida Keys with guided trips targeting tarpon, bonefish, permit and barracuda.
Key West
Bear Holeman Charters
Bear Holeman offers expert inshore and offshore fishing charters in Key West, with captains boasting over 20 years of experience and ready-to-use gear for families, solo anglers, and seasoned fishers.
