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 hotspot 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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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.
Captain Doug Kilpatrick
Florida Keys Flats Fishing — expert flats and back-country fishing charters from Marathon to Key West.
Reefhouse Resort & Marina
Escape to Reefhouse Key Largo: luxury bayside resort with beach, spa, and marina.
Captain Hook’s Marina and Dive Center
Explore award-winning Florida Keys adventures with Captain Hook’s Marina & Dive Center!
Dream Catcher Charters
Top-tier fishing, snorkeling & eco-charters out of Key West since 1994.
Coastal Dreams Fishing Charter
Coastal Dreams Fishing — premium offshore and reef charters based in Key Largo, Florida Keys.
Your Island Charter
Your Island Charter — private boat charters for sandbars, snorkeling, fishing and sunsets in the Florida Keys.
My Ohana Fishing Charters
My Ohana Fishing & Charters offers sport fishing, snorkeling, reef & sandbar tours, and custom boat adventures in Key West.
Outer Limits Sportfishing
Outer Limits Sportfishing — deep-sea fishing charters in Key West, where tournament-ready gear and offshore adventure collide.
Let It Ride Charters
Let It Ride Charters offers private fishing, snorkeling, and dive trips from Key Largo—gear, bait, licenses included, tailored for all skill levels.
Two Trolls Sport Fishing
Two Trolls Sport Fishing — full‑service reef, wreck & offshore charter in Islamorada, Florida, where Captain Robert Junco takes small groups out for multi‑species action.
A-Lil'Tail Charter
A Lil' Tail Charters — family-friendly private fishing charters in Islamorada, Florida Keys.
Landboat Charters
Fish The Bridges — shore-side bridge fishing charters in Key Largo, where accessible, exciting angling meets local expertise.
A1A Watersports and Boat Rentals
A1A Watersports & Boat Rentals is a family-owned operation at Mile Marker 85.9 in Islamorada offering year-round jet ski tours, WaveRunner freedom rides, and self-guided boat rentals with a large fleet and guided island adventures.
Fishy Business Charters
Offshore, reef, and backcountry fishing charters aboard a 36’ Front Runner Center Console with Captain Eric Evans.