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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Islamorada
Glades Built Backcountry
Glades Built Backcountry Charters — expert fly- and light-tackle guiding across the Everglades & Florida Keys from Islamorada.
Key Largo
Off Course Charters
Off Course Charters — inshore & backcountry fishing charters in Key Largo, where expert guiding meets tailored angling adventures.
Marathon
Edgewater Lodge
Edgewater Lodge is a waterfront retreat in Long Key, Florida, offering direct access to the water, an on-site boat ramp, and a private beach area. Ideal for boating enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil escape.
Islamorada
Capt Rick Stanczyk
Islamorada Tarpon Fishing — expert tarpon-focused fishing charters based in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Marathon
Fishing Kings
Marathon Fishing Kings — private reef, wreck & offshore fishing charters in Marathon, where expert guidance meets trophy-fish potential.
Islamorada
Captain Mike Venezia
Capt. Mike Venezia — seasoned back-country and flats fishing guide in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Islamorada
Ultimate Dream Fishing Charters
Scott’s Fishing Florida Keys — expert private charters in Islamorada offering back-country, reef and offshore fishing adventures.
The Lower Keys
Sandbar Somewhere Charter
Sandbar Somewhere Charter, led by Captain Hoyt Watkins, offers relaxed inshore and backcountry fishing trips around Summerland Key and Big Pine Key.
Islamorada
Bug Sportfishing and Charters
Bug Sportfishing — private sport-fishing charters in Islamorada, Florida Keys, guided by Capt. James Duncan.
Key Largo
Grand Slam Fishing Charters
Grand Slam Charters — premier fishing charters in South Florida & the Keys, where expert guiding meets world-class waters.
Key West
CN-it Adventures
CN-IT Adventures offers personalized boat excursions in Key West aboard a 26-foot Twin Vee, delivering custom eco-tours, snorkeling, and island hopping catered to your preferences and weather conditions.
Islamorada
Play Baby Fishing Charters
Play Baby Charters — high-performance deep-sea fishing charters in Islamorada where big-game action meets family-friendly service.
Islamorada
Custom Charters
Custom Charters — versatile private fishing trips in Islamorada for reef, sandbar, snorkeling or multi-day adventures.
