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 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...
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
Main Attraction
Main Attraction Charter Fishing — top-tier deep-sea sportfishing charters in Marathon, Florida Keys, where “first out, freshest catch” meets unparalleled local expertise.
Key Largo
JD Outdoor Adventures
Your one-stop shop for fishing, boats & bait in Key Largo’s backyard.
Islamorada
Bank and Bight Backcountry
Bank & Bight Backcountry Charters — premier private flats and back-country fishing adventures in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Key West
Finz Dive Center
Small‑group scuba and spearfishing charters, including Dry Tortugas trips, aboard a 6‑passenger dive boat.
Marathon
Seasquared Charters
Experience top-rated family fishing adventures in the stunning Florida Keys!
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
Bug Sportfishing and Charters
Bug Sportfishing — private sport-fishing charters in Islamorada, Florida Keys, guided by Capt. James Duncan.
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.
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.
Key West
Key West Fly Fishing
Key West Fly Fishing, led by Captain Dexter Simmons, offers guided flats fishing trips in the Florida Keys. Target tarpon, bonefish, permit, and more on personalized, small-group charters.
Islamorada
All Tackle Backcountry Fishing Charters
Captain Ted Wilson Fishing Charters — expert back-country and flats fishing adventures in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Fishbone Fishing Charters
Capt. William Chapman LLC — premier private fishing charters based in Key Largo, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
J&Fexcursions
J&F eXcursions — family-run fishing charters, eco-tours and sandbar adventures in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Key West
Triple Time Fishing Charters
Triple Time Fishing Charters — offshore and reef sport‑fishing in Key West aboard a 46′ Bertram, led by Captain Keith.
