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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Islamorada
Gimme Jimmy Fishing Charter
Bud n’ Mary’s Fishing Marina — historic charter fleet and full-service marina in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Marathon
City of Marathon Marina
The city runs the mooring field in Boot Key Harbor, about as protected a spot as a boat can find in the Middle Keys, with the dinghy dock, showers and laundry open around the clock. Sombrero Reef is four miles straight out the front door.
Islamorada
Spartina guide service
Spartina Guide Service — light‑tackle, flats & back‑country fishing charters in Islamorada/Key Largo, where soft‑plastics, flies and sight‑casting in shallow water are the specialty.
Islamorada
J&Fexcursions
J&F eXcursions — family-run fishing charters, eco-tours and sandbar adventures in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Key West
Gulfstream Fishing, Inc.
A six hour party boat out of Historic Charter Boat Row, 10 to 4 every day, at $69.95 for adults and $42.95 for kids with rod, bait and your fishing license included. They have been doing this since 1947, and they clean your catch at the dock.
Islamorada
Early Bird Fishing Charters
EarlyBird Fishing Charters — premier offshore sport-fishing charters out of Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Capt. Greg Poland Charters
Capt. Greg Poland is a full-time Florida native running fishing, eco, and sandbar trips out of Lorelei's in Islamorada. Chase tarpon through the backcountry, snorkel the flats, or cruise into the sunset aboard a brand-new 29-foot Contender bay boat, with trips for every level from two hours to all day.
Key West
Sigsbee Marina
A Navy MWR marina on Dredgers Key, open to active duty, retirees, eligible veterans and DoD civilians and their families. Fuel, bait, ice and tackle at the ship store, plus kayaks, paddleboards, rods and a 21 foot center console to rent.
Islamorada
Enigma Fishing Charters
Enigma Fishing Charters — expert private fishing trips in Islamorada, Florida Keys guided by Capt. Shannon Attales. With over 20 years of professional fishing experience across Florida and beyond, Capt. Shannon delivers bespoke charters from Islamorada to match every angler’s goals. All gear, licenses and local insights are included to ensure your day on the water is as seamless as it is memorable.
Islamorada
Capt. Easy Charters
Capt. Easy Charters — premier offshore and reef fishing charters based in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Superfish Charters
Superfish Charters offers private reef, wreck, offshore, deep-drop, far Gulf, and family fishing charters in Marathon aboard 34-foot and 39-foot SeaVee center consoles with Captain Jeff Rella, a Keys native with 30 years of Marathon fishing experience.
Key Largo
Fins & Feathers Fishing Charters
Fins & Feathers Charters — elite offshore and reef fishing trips out of Key Largo led by tournament-champion Capt. Jim Mulcahy.
Islamorada
Catchalottafish Charters
Catchalottafish Charters — top-tier Islamorada fishing charters delivering reef, wreck, offshore and Gulf of Mexico adventures.
Islamorada
GonFishin V
GonFishin Charters — private sportfishing charters in Islamorada, where elite gear and experienced guiding fuel award-worthy catches.
Islamorada
Yabba Charters
Experience world‑class sport fishing in the Florida Keys aboard Yabba Dabba Doo Charters in Islamorada, where expert Captain James and his crew guide anglers of all levels to mahi‑mahi, sailfish, tuna and more.
