Key West Fishing

The blue waters that surround our beautiful island are brimming with life and that’s what makes Key West fishing unbeatable. No matter what your style, you’ll find adventure out on the waves or back in the flats waters behind Key West. Key West’s ideal location next to North America’s only living coral reef means anglers enjoy endless adventures and a great diversity of species. Whether you target grouper, snapper, hogfish or any other reef inhabitants, you’ll have a blast and you’ll want to come back for more and more Key West fishing on all your future vacations.

Offshore Fishing in Key West

If you want to fight the big boys on an offshore fishing trip, then Key West is the place to do it. Our guides leave from various points on the island and know where to go to catch the blue marlin, the saifish, wahoo, or swordfish. These guides have years of experience with Key West fishing and they’ll do their expert best to “hook you up”. Head for Charterboat Row at Garrison Bight for a large selection of offshore boats. Charterboat row is one of two major areas where anglers can depart for some awesome Key West fishing.

The other spot is the Historic Seaport area on the west side of this island. Walk the docks in this historic area and see a variety of offshore boats, most of which go out almost every single day. Choose half day trips or full day.Some boats now have three-quarters day trips as well. Choose your boat and give the captain a call. You’re in for some wild adventures and hopefully you’ll bring in a large haul. The captain will carve it up for you on the dock when you get back to shore. Be sure to get some pictures! Take it to a local restaurant and they’ll cook it up for you if you like.

Backcountry Fishing in Key West

Key West is surrounded by miles and miles of flats. This is the backcountry, and it’s full of sportfish likebonefish, tarpon, permit, barracuda, snook and also some sharks. Nothing beats the serene pleasure of throwing your bait and having it land right in front of a bonefish, perfectly placed for a catch and release. Your guidewill zip you out to a remote spot behind Key West and cut the engine. Then he or she will bring out the pole and silently push the boat across the calm waters. From his or her vantage point atop the boat’s stand your guide can spot fish for you and guide you on casting your bait. It’s teamwork and together you can catch some beautiful fish. It’s catch and release for most backcountry fish, however. Make sure your backcountry Key West fishing trip includes a spot for getting some snapper for dinner.

Reef Fishing in Key West

Ready for some awesome bottom fishing? Choose a guide who can take you to the edge of the reef, at the dropoff.
Anchor up or drift as you go for grouper, yellowtail, mutton snapper and other delicious fish that inhabit the reef. In season, mackerel also frequent the coral reef in Key West. If you’re fishing for dinner, then thetaste of these nutritious fish just can’t be beat.