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 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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Key West
Captain Moe's Lucky Fleet
Captain Moe’s Lucky Fleet — high-performance sportfishing charters based in the Historic Seaport of Key West.
Key West
No Doubt Fishing Charters
No Doubt Charters is a family-owned Key West fishing charter offering sportfishing, snorkeling, and trips to the Dry Tortugas.
Islamorada
First Choice Charters
First Choice Charters offers private, all-inclusive fishing trips in Islamorada Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Capt. Tony Horsley - Bowed Up Fishing Charters
Capt. Tony Horsley Fishing Charters — custom inshore & back-country fishing trips in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Captain Perry
Captain Perry Fishing Charters — seasoned back-country and flats fishing excursions out of Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Key Largo
The Fish Guyz
The Fish Guyz — a Florida Keys‑based fishing TV series featuring Captains Lain Goodwin and George Clark Jr., blending inshore and offshore angling with laid‑back humor and expert tips.
Islamorada
Florida Keys Flats Fishing
Flats Guide, led by Captain Barry Hoffman, offers expert fly and light tackle fishing charters in the Florida Keys. With over 33 years of guiding experience, Captain Barry specializes in sight fishing for tarpon, bonefish, snook, and redfish. All charters are catch-and-release, ensuring sustainable fishing practices.
Islamorada
All Tackle Backcountry Fishing Charters
Captain Ted Wilson Fishing Charters — expert back-country and flats fishing adventures in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Captain Michael Fishing
Captain Michael Party Boat Fishing offers affordable, group-friendly deep-sea fishing trips aboard a 65-foot vessel, departing daily from Robbie’s of Islamorada.
Islamorada
Glades Built Backcountry
Glades Built Backcountry Charters — expert fly- and light-tackle guiding across the Everglades & Florida Keys from Islamorada.
Key West
Key West Conch Life Charters
Customize your perfect Key West adventure with fishing, snorkeling, and sunset cruises!
Islamorada
Sea Horse Private Charters
Florida Keys Fishing Charters — premium guided fishing trips in Key Largo where expert captains take you reef‑, wreck‑ and offshore to target trophy species.
Key Largo
Salty Morada Charters
Beyond Blessed Charters offers guided fishing trips in Islamorada and Tavernier, delivering fun, hassle-free offshore and reef fishing for anglers of all skill levels.
Islamorada
Fly+Spin Poling Guide
Andy Janoski — expert fly- and spin-fishing charter guide based in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
