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
Islamorada
Reel Attack Charters
Reel Attack Charters — full-service fishing charters in Islamorada, where expert guides, big catches and unforgettable Florida Keys experiences converge.
Islamorada
Triple D Charters
Triple D Charters — inshore & back‑country flats fishing in Islamorada with Captain Aaron “Nick” Dykes, aboard a 24′ South Shore skiff accessing the Keys’ pristine shallow water.
Islamorada
Islamorada Boat Rentals
Center consoles and a twelve seat pontoon, bookable online with instant confirmation for a half day, a full day, or up to a month. GPS, VHF and safety gear come aboard, and you need to be 25 to rent.
Islamorada
Coastal Outfitters Sport Fishing Charters
Coastal Outfitters offers customized fishing charters and sunset cruises in Islamorada, delivering relaxed, captained outings tailored to your preferences.
Key West
ShadowCaster Flats Fishing
Keys Flats Fishing Guide — flats and back‑country light‑tackle fishing charter in Key West, where you target tarpon, bonefish, permit and other iconic species with experienced guides.
Islamorada
Renegade Offshore Fishing
Renegade Offshore Fishing — custom reef, wreck & offshore fishing charters in Islamorada, where tournament-level expertise meets family-friendly adventure.
The Lower Keys
Longtab Charters
Luxury private charters from Summerland Key — fish, snorkel, dive, sandbars & sunset cruises aboard a 30′ Hydrocat.
Key Largo
HopAlong Fishing Charters
Charter Key Largo — family-run sportfishing charters in Key Largo, Florida Keys offering a guaranteed catch.
Key West
West Marine
The Key West store sits at 951 Caroline Street in the Historic Seaport, inside Conch Harbor Marina, so you can walk up from your slip. Open 8 to 6 most days and 9 to 5 Sundays, for the part that broke this morning.
Marathon
Sweet E'Nuf Charters
Experience top fishing adventures in Marathon, FL with expert captains and unforgettable catches!
Islamorada
Go Time Sportfishing Charters
Go Time Charters — private sportfishing & snorkeling charters in Islamorada, where expert guiding and smooth rides fuel Keys-adventure dreams.
Key Largo
Capt'n Pete's Pro Shop
Doors open at 6 in the morning, which is the only hour that matters when you are trying to get off the dock in Key Largo. Live shrimp and crabs, frozen bait, rods and reels, rod repair, rental gear and fishing licenses, all in one stop at mile marker 103.
Marathon
Coco's Deli & General Store & Tackle
A deli, a grocery and a bait counter in one small building on Coco Plum Drive, just off US-1 at mile marker 52. Order a Cuban, grab a bag of ice and some bait, and you are provisioned for the whole day.
The Lower Keys
World Angling
World Angling, founded by Captain Will Benson in 1999, offers expert fly fishing charters in Key West, specializing in tarpon, permit, bonefish, and barracuda.
Marathon
Manic Sportfishing
Manic Sportfishing is a top-rated Florida Keys fishing charter in Marathon offering private offshore, reef, and family-friendly fishing trips with experienced captains and premium boats.
