FISHING IN THE FLORIDA KEYS! 

Welcome To The Sport Fishing Capitol Of The World

You have read about it, seen it on TV it's time now to dive in and experience or revisit Florida keys fishing for yourself. No matter your skill level there is a fishing charter and guide for you here in the Florida Keys and Key West.

 

 

From the upper keys including Key Largo through Islamorada down to the middle keys including Grassy Key into Marathon we cover the lower keys such as Big Pine Key, Cudjoe Key and Sugarloaf keys on into the southern most island of the continental USA, Key West all the way out past the Marquesas Keys to the Dry Tortugas. We have collected a list of the fishing guides who make fishing in the Florida keys famous.

 

Deep Sea, Flats or Backcountry Fishing

It's hard to say what makes the Keys more famous for fishing. Would it be the inshore fishing on the bountiful flats fishing in the waters of the backcountry that stretch all throughout the Florida Keys. Or the Offshore Deep Sea fishing in the Deep Blue Waters that surround the Florida Keys Or our world famous wreck fishing on light tackle. Maybe its all of it. An angler can fish the shallow flats for tailing bonefish in the morning then head offshore to catch a giant sword fish after lunch. With that kind of Diversity it's no wonder why The Florida keys are known as the Sport fishing Capitol of the World.

 

Wherever You Visit

Location depends only on you. Each area offers the same as the others inshore and offshore with only the species of fish being slightly different or more available in one area versus another. Here is where you may want to make your choice based on area activities and accommodations.  Key West is known world wide for its night life and eclectic nature. The Middle Keys are centrally located offering the angler a chance to sample everything. The upper Keys are known for relaxation and accessibility from Miami. The Upper keys, Middle keys, Lower Keys  and Key West all have outstanding accommodations varying to fit any budget and taste.

 

All Types Of Fishing

The Florida Keys boats the most diversity of fishing as found anywhere in the world. The largest selection of fishing guides and charters to be found anywhere. Whatever specialty you may be looking for one is sure to find a guide here that will take you out and show you a great day on the water. Spin fishing or conventional tackle you will find the fishing guides in this web site well equipped. Some are heavily sponsored by major rod and reel manufacturers and have the latest in fishing gear supplied right on the boat for you to use.

 

Fly fishing is incredible, fishing the flats, deep sea and backcountry. An angler will find Fly Fishing Guides from Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon and Key West they are without a doubt some of the most well seasoned fly fishing guides in the industry. Most fly fishing is done on the flats in the backcountry waters, some trips are offered to fly fish offshore as well.

 

Party Boat fishing is found in the Key Largo and Islamorada area, Marathon and in Key West. Party boat fishing is the least expensive way to enjoy a great day of fishing here. Full day, Half day and some boats offer night and 6 hour trips.

Whatever The Choice You Will Have a Wonderful Time Here Fishing The Fabulous Florida Keys.

Fish Availability Chart (use only as a guide)

  FISH SEASON BEST
Blue Marlin March - October April - July
Cobia November - April January - March
Dolphin
a.k.a. Mahi-mahi
April - September April - July
Grouper Year Round November - March
Kingfish September - April September - March
Sailfish Year Round November - February
Snapper Year Round March - March
Tarpon Year Round May - July

Tuna

Year Round December - February
Wahoo Year Round April - May
October - December
Yellowtail Year Round April - June

Queen Triggerfish (Balistes vetula)
Hogfish (Lachnolaimus maximus)
Jewfish (Epinephelus itajara)
lane Snapper (Lutjanus synagris)
Nassau Grouper (Epinephelus striatus)
Redfish (Sciaenops ocellatus)
Red Snapper (Lutjanus campechanus)
Snook (Centropomus undecimalis)
Sheepshead (Archosargus probatocephalus)
Spanish Mackeral (Scomberomorus maculatus)
Swordfish (Xiphias gladius)
Tarpon (megalops atlanticus)
Wahoo (Acanthocybium solanderi)
 Yellowtail Snapper (Ocyurus chrysurus)

Amberjack (Seriola dumerili)
Mutton Snapper (Lutjanus analis)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Coryphaena hippurus
Blue Marlin (Makaira nigricans)
Barracuda (Sphyraena barracuda)
Sailfish (Istiophorus platypterus)
Bonefish (Albula vulpes)
Mackerel (Scomberomorus cavalla)
Blackfin Tuna (Thunnus Atlanticus)
Yellowfin Tuna (Thunnus albacares)
White Marlin (Tetrapterus albidus)
Blackfin Grouper (Mycteroperca bonaci)
Cobia (Rachycentron canadum)
Cubera Snapper Lutjanus cyanopterus
Gag Grouper (Mycteroperca microlepis)

 

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All information provided on this site is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.  The listings on this site are displayed courtesy of the IDX program of Florida Keys MLS, Inc. and may not be the listings of the site owner.


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