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 Lobster Season
Every year, thousands of locals and visitors dive into spiny lobster season, a favorite Florida Keys tradition. The Florida Fish and Wildlife...
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.
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.
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Slamtime Charters
Slamtime Charters offers offshore, reef, wreck, flats, backcountry, Everglades, bridge tarpon, and daytime swordfish charters throughout the Florida Keys and Key West with Captain Pablo Rodriguez, a 25-year veteran guide operating two vessels out of Marathon.
Key West
Linda D Sportfishing
Linda D Sportfishing is a Key West fishing institution established in 1938, now led by fourth-generation Captain Billy Wickers, offering offshore and deep sea fishing charters aboard two custom 40-foot sportfishing vessels and holding the #1 record for catch-and-release marlin and sailfish in Key West since 1990.
Key West
Finz Dive Center
Small‑group scuba and spearfishing charters, including Dry Tortugas trips, aboard a 6‑passenger dive boat.
Marathon
City of Marathon Marina
City of Marathon Marina & Ports — full-service marina operations and public boating access in Marathon, FL, where marine convenience meets Keys cruising.
Key West
Lost Reef Adventures
Lost Reef Adventures is a 5-Star PADI dive center in Key West offering daily scuba diving, snorkeling trips, certifications, sunset cruises, and private charters—all backed by 30 years of experience and full-service gear support.
Key Largo
Captain Pat's Charters
Captain Pat’s Charters — veteran-owned private fishing charters out of Key Largo, Florida Keys.
Marathon
Seasquared Charters
Experience top-rated family fishing adventures in the stunning Florida Keys!
Islamorada
Caloosa Cove Resort
Caloosa Cove Resort & Marina offers 30 oceanfront suites with kitchens, balconies, and ocean views.
Islamorada
Catch & Sea Charters
Catch & Sea Charters — versatile private fishing trips from Tavernier and Islamorada for inshore, nearshore and reef action.
Marathon
Sundance Sportfishing
Experience thrilling deep sea fishing charters in the Florida Keys with expert guides!
Islamorada
Islamorada Backcountry & Offshore
Islamorada Backcountry & Offshore — private fishing charters in Islamorada, where expert guiding, modern gear, and local experience deliver unbeatable Keys fishing.
Marathon
Conch Key Fishing Lodge & Marina
Escape to paradise at Conch Key Fishing Lodge—prime fishing, stunning views, and cozy waterfront rooms!
Key West
High Class Hooker Sportfishing Charters
High Class Hooker Charters — premier private fishing charters in Key West offering reef, wreck and offshore trips.
Marathon
Custom Cat Charters
Custom Cat Charters offers tailored private boat trips for fishing, sightseeing, and special events in the Florida Keys.
