Key Biscayne Fishing Pier Adventure
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
8hour inshore fishing adventure starting at sunriseExplore Biscayne Bay and Everglades National Park watersSmall group experience with professional fishing guides
Looking for a fishing trip that'll get you into some serious action? This 8-hour Key Biscayne charter with Miami Fishing Company puts you right in the heart of South Florida's best inshore fishing grounds. We're talking about waters that consistently produce trophy catches - from aggressive blacktip sharks to massive barracuda that'll test your drag system to its limits. Starting at sunrise (7 AM sharp), you'll have the entire day to work both Biscayne Bay National Park and The Everglades National Park waters, depending on conditions and what's biting. With just 2 anglers max, you get the personalized attention that makes all the difference between a good day and an epic one.
This isn't your typical half-day quickie - we're talking about a full commitment to finding fish. The early start means you'll be working the flats and channels when the water's still cool and the fish are most active. Your captain knows these waters like the back of his hand, reading tides, baitfish movements, and structure to put you on fish consistently throughout the day. The small group size means no fighting for rod time or prime spots on the boat. You'll cover serious ground, moving between productive areas as conditions change. Pack sunscreen, bring a cooler for drinks, and get ready to work some drag. The variety of species in these waters means you never know what's going to hit next - could be a bone ghosting across a flat or a cobia cruising the channel edges.
Inshore fishing here is all about reading the water and adapting your approach. We'll be working everything from sight fishing on shallow flats to drifting deeper channels where the big predators hunt. Live bait is king in these waters - pilchards, pinfish, and shrimp account for most of our hookups. When the bite gets tough, we switch to artificials like DOA shrimp or spoons that mimic fleeing baitfish. The gear setup varies by target species - lighter tackle for bonefish on the flats, heavier spinning gear for sharks and cobia. Your guide provides all the tackle, but if you've got a favorite rod setup, bring it along. Structure fishing around markers, bridges, and channel edges produces consistent action, while flats fishing requires patience and sharp eyes. The boat's setup with a shallow draft means we can get into skinny water where the big fish feel safe.
Blacktip sharks are the bread and butter of South Florida inshore fishing, and these waters hold some beauties. These aggressive fighters typically run 3-6 feet and absolutely explode when hooked, often jumping completely out of the water multiple times. Peak action happens during warmer months when they move into shallow water to feed and breed. What makes them so exciting is their unpredictability - one minute you're targeting snapper, next thing you know a blacktip inhales your bait and takes off on a screaming run that'll make your reel smoke.
Great barracuda are the speed demons of the flats, capable of hitting 35+ mph when they strike. These torpedo-shaped predators average 10-20 pounds but can push 40+ in these waters. They're visual feeders that love shiny spoons and tube lures worked fast across the surface. Fall and winter months offer the best action when they cruise the flats in numbers. The fight is explosive but relatively short - they burn out quick but make up for it with sheer violence when they hit. Their razor-sharp teeth and lightning-fast strikes keep you on edge all day.
Cobia are the heavyweight champions of the inshore game, with fish over 40 pounds common in these waters. These brown sharks (as locals call them) are curious fish that often approach the boat, giving you sight-fishing opportunities you'll never forget. Spring migration (March-May) brings the biggest numbers, but residents hang around year-round. They'll eat live bait, crabs, and large artificials. The fight is pure power - long, sustained runs that test your equipment and endurance. Many anglers consider cobia the best eating fish in the ocean, making them a true prize catch.
Bonefish are the ghosts of the flats - incredibly spooky and lightning-fast once hooked. These silver bullets average 3-8 pounds but fight like fish twice their size. Sight fishing for bones requires patience, accurate casting, and stealth. They're year-round residents but most active during warmer months. The initial run is legendary among anglers - a bonefish can peel 100+ yards of line in seconds. They're primarily catch-and-release fish, prized for their incredible fighting ability rather than table fare.
Mutton snapper are the prize of the reef and wreck fishing, with their distinctive red coloration and excellent table quality. These fish are smart and structure-oriented, often requiring precise bait presentation to fool. They average 5-15 pounds but can reach 20+ in these protected waters. Fall and winter months offer the most consistent action when they school up around structure. The fight is classic snapper - strong initial runs followed by dogged resistance all the way to the boat. Fresh mutton snapper is considered some of the best eating fish in South Florida waters.
This full-day Key Biscayne fishing adventure delivers everything serious anglers want - variety, action, and the chance at trophy fish in world-class waters. With Miami Fishing Company's experienced captains and prime fishing locations, you're set up for success from the moment you leave the dock. The 8-hour format gives you real time to work different areas and techniques, maximizing your chances at multiple species. Small group size means personalized service and plenty of rod time for everyone. These waters consistently produce fish year-round, making any day a potential trophy day. Don't let this opportunity slip by - spots fill up fast, especially during peak seasons
Meet the 17' Maverick, your ticket to some serious fishing action in Key Biscayne's legendary waters. This 2009 beauty got a complete makeover in 2020 and runs like a dream with its reliable 90HP Yamaha engine. She'll cruise at a comfortable pace through the shallows of Biscayne Bay and the backcountry of the Everglades, getting you to those prime fishing spots where the tarpon roll and snook lurk in the mangroves. Built for just 2 anglers, you'll have plenty of room to work your lines without bumping elbows. The GPS keeps you on track while the fish finder does the heavy lifting, marking schools and structure below. Whether you're sight-casting to cruising fish in crystal-clear flats or working the edges where the big boys feed, this shallow-draft skiff handles it all. Perfect for those 8-hour dawn-to-dusk adventures when the fish are biting and the coffee's still hot.
Carcharhinus LimbatusThese stocky sharks average 4-5 feet but can reach up to 9 feet, making them perfect for our waters around Key Biscayne. You'll spot them by those signature black-tipped fins cruising in 30-100 feet of water near reefs and structure. They're known for their crazy jumps - sometimes launching 20+ feet out of the water when hooked. Spring through fall gives you the best action when they're actively feeding on mackerel, sardines, and croaker. What makes them special is their curious but skittish nature - they'll investigate your boat but spook easily. The fight is wild with those aerial displays. My tip: use heavy braided line (20-50lb) and circle hooks, then get that chum slick going with oily fish like mackerel. Once you smell that fishy paste in the water, these guys show up quick.
Albula VulpesThe "silver ghost" of our flats typically runs 6-8 pounds and 16-30 inches, living up to their nickname with that mirror-like camouflage. You'll find them in Biscayne Bay's grass flats, sometimes in just inches of water during incoming tides, feeding on crabs and shrimp. Peak season runs October through May when cooler water brings better fishing. What hooks people is that initial blistering run - they'll peel 100+ yards of line at 30 mph before you know what happened. It's pure sight fishing, watching for "tailing" fish with their tails slapping the surface while feeding. Most folks release them since they're bony and not great eating. The challenge is the approach - these fish spook at shadows. Here's the key: when you see tailing bones, cast to the edges of the school, not the middle. Use light jigs or live shrimp, and keep that presentation delicate.
Rachycentron CanadumCobia are the brown torpedoes of our waters, averaging 30-50 pounds but capable of hitting 100+ pounds and 6 feet long. These loners cruise around wrecks, reefs, and channel markers in 30-70 feet, though we find them shallow during spring migration March through May. They're sight fishing targets - you'll see that dark brown back just under the surface, often mistaken for sharks. What makes them special is the incredible table fare and that bulldog fight once hooked. They're curious fish that'll swim right up to the boat. Summer finds them around structure, but spring migration gives you the best shot at big ones. The meat is firm, white, and absolutely delicious - worth every bit of the fight. My go-to trick: throw a bucktail jig ahead of a cruising cobia and work it slow. Color doesn't matter much, but 4-8oz jigs work best around structure.
Sphyraena BarracudaBarracuda around here typically run 2-4 feet, though we see some monsters pushing 6 feet and 100+ pounds. These silver torpedoes patrol our reefs, wrecks, and grass flats year-round, usually in the top 30 feet of water. They hunt by sight and hit speeds of 35 mph, making for some serious runs when hooked. Spring spawning season brings the best action, but honestly, any day with clear water works. What guests love is that explosive strike and the crazy fight - though they tire quick, so work them fast. The meat's decent but can carry ciguatera, so most folks release them. They're curious fish that'll follow your boat, sometimes even jumping right in! Here's my trick: they're attracted to shiny objects, so use bright spoons or strip baits and keep them moving. If one follows your lure without striking, stop it dead - that usually triggers the bite.
Lutjanus AnalisMuttons are the prize of our snapper fishing, averaging 15-20 inches but growing to 30+ inches and 30+ pounds. These pinkish beauties with blue facial stripes hang around our reefs and rocky structure in 80-200 feet, though you'll find smaller ones in shallow grass beds. Best fishing happens during warmer months when they move up from deeper water to spawn. What makes them special is they're excellent table fare and solid fighters that'll try to get back into the rocks. Adults are usually loners, unlike other snappers that school up. The meat is sweet and firm - perfect for the dinner table. They can be picky eaters, so presentation matters. Here's my trick: use the freshest bait you can get with minimal weight, and let it drift naturally in the current. When chumming, they'll come up shallow where you can sight cast with jigs or flies.
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