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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Marathon
Sea Bird Marina
Full-service Long Key marina offering slip rentals, boat launch, fuel, rentals & bait shop.
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.
Islamorada
Caribee Marina
Caribee Boats Marina — full-service marina and boat sales in Islamorada, where 75+ years of Keys boat-lifestyle expertise meets prime waterfront access.
Key Largo
Blue Water Adventures
Blue Water Adventures offers private fishing charters, snorkeling trips, and sunset cruises aboard a 32-foot Gamefisher, departing from Key Largo Fisheries Marina.
The Lower Keys
Captain Hook's Looe Key Reef Adventures
Explore vibrant reefs, snorkeling, diving, and fishing adventures at Big Pine Key!
Islamorada
That's Right Charters
That’s Right Charters offers guided fishing experiences in the Florida Keys, specializing in backcountry and flats fishing with knowledgeable local captains and a personalized, on-the-water adventure.
Islamorada
Midnight Fly Charters
Experience expert fly, spin & light tackle fishing with Captain Mark on the waters of Islamorada.
Key Largo
Season On The Flats
Seasons on the Flats is a Florida Keys fishing book by Bill Horn that guides anglers through seasonal flats fishing across the Keys.
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.
Islamorada
Easy Livin' Charter Boat
Custom boat tours and fishing adventures with local legend Captain Augie in Islamorada.
Key West
KoKo Charters, LLC
KoKo Charters — offshore sport-fishing charters in Key West, where expert guiding meets deep-sea thrills.
Key West
Captain Mel’s Sportfishing Charters
Capt. Mel’s Sportfishing Charters — personalized private fishing adventures in Key West, Florida Keys.
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 West
Captain Moe's Lucky Fleet
Captain Moe’s Lucky Fleet — high-performance sportfishing charters based in the Historic Seaport of Key West.
Islamorada
Mangrove Marina
Full-service marina in Tavernier offering wet slips, dry storage, houseboat rentals & resort amenities in a protected mangrove setting.
