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...
Filters
The Lower Keys
Chaos Theory Charters
Chaos Theory Charters offers guided fly fishing and light tackle sight fishing for bonefish, permit, tarpon, barracuda, and sharks throughout the Lower Florida Keys and Key West with Captain Rob Kramarz.
Islamorada
Hold Tight Charters
Hold Tight Charters — expert flats, back-country and reef fishing charters out of Key Largo and the Florida Keys.
Islamorada
A-Lil'Tail Charter
A Lil' Tail Charters — family-friendly private fishing charters in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Key West
Seaborn Charters
Seaborn Charters — full‑service offshore & reef fishing charter in Key West, where twin‑engine 32′ Contender boats combine local expertise with high‑end gear for unforgettable days on the water.
Islamorada
Bamboo Charters
Bamboo Charters, led by Captain Matt Bellinger, offers personalized fishing, snorkeling, sandbar, and sunset excursions aboard the "Chubby Mermaid," providing unforgettable experiences in the Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Ivory Keys Charters
Ivory Keys Outfitters — expert inshore and back-country fishing charters based in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
The Lower Keys
Gotcha Sportfishing
Gotcha Sportfishing — full-service fishing charters in Islamorada, where serious anglers and families alike chase trophy catches in the Florida Keys.
The Lower Keys
Rippin Line Charters
Explore Florida Keys waters with Captain Anthony—fishing, eco tours, and sunset cruises!
Marathon
Epic Daze Sport Fishing
Epic Daze Sport Fishing Charters in Marathon offers private deep-sea fishing trips in the Florida Keys, delivering unforgettable offshore, reef, and wreck adventures.
Islamorada
Sassylady Fishing Charter
Sassy Lady Charter — seasoned offshore sportfishing charters out of Islamorada, Florida Keys.
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.
Key Largo
Kickin It In The Keys Charters
Experience Florida Keys fishing adventures with Captain Forrest.
Key West
Key West Charter Fishing – Shallows
Key West Charter Fishing – Shallows offers catch-and-release light tackle and fly fishing charters for lane snapper, spotted seatrout, mutton snapper, tarpon, yellowtail snapper, and pompano in the shallow inshore waters of Key West aboard a 19-foot Xplor skiff with Captain Blake.
The Lower Keys
Key West Fly & Spin Fishing Charters
Key West Fly & Spin Fishing Charters offers guided fly fishing and spin fishing charters for tarpon, permit, bonefish, shark, and barracuda across the flats from Marathon to Key West and the Marquesas with Captain Steve Hancock.
