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Lower Keys Offshore Adventures
Lower Keys Offshore Adventures
Star5.0(23)

locationFlorida Keys

23 years experience Master Guide Good with kids Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Large Groups Good with Families Saltwater Fishing
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Guests love Captain Allen's fish-finding expertise and family-friendly approach

(14)
people1-6 Guests
clockIcon2-8 Hours

9 Trips

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Starts from$750

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Held Fast Charters
Held Fast Charters
Star5.0(19)

locationCudjoe Key

5 years experience Good with kids Live Bait Good with New Anglers Good with Families I Tie My Own Flies Saltwater Fishing Fly Fishing Drift Fishing
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Customers praise Camden's local knowledge and ability to put everyone on fish

(22)
people1-4 Guests
clockIcon4-8 Hours

8 Trips

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Starts from$400

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Brighter Days Sport Fishing
Brighter Days Sport Fishing
Star5.0(18)

locationPensacola

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Praised for landing multiple species and being fantastic with kids

(11)
people1-6 Guests
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4 Trips

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Starts from$650

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Tightlines Charter
Tightlines Charter
Star5.0(12)

location1119 Baillies Bluff Road Holiday, Florida 34691

26 years experience Technical Fishing Good with New Anglers Saltwater Fishing Fly Fishing
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Customers rave about Paul's fish-finding expertise and consistent action all day

(26)
people1-4 Guests
clockIcon2-6 Hours

7 Trips

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Salty Paradise Charters
Salty Paradise Charters
Star5.0(11)

locationCudjoe Key

5 years experience Good with kids Technical Fishing Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Large Groups Good with Families Saltwater Fishing
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Guests love Captain Alison's local knowledge, safety expertise, and memorable Keys adventures

(10)
people4-6 Guests
clockIcon4-5 Hours

5 Trips

Available in 3 Months

Starts from$600

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Reel Floridian Fishin
Reel Floridian Fishin
Star5.0(10)

locationKey West

16 years experience Good with kids Good with New Anglers Good with Large Groups Good with Families Saltwater Fishing
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Customers rave about Chris's fish-finding ability and genuine passion for fishing

(10)
people8-12 Guests
clockIcon3-7 Hours

41 Trips

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Starts from$495

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Seafoam Charters
Seafoam Charters
Star5.0(10)

locationEverglades City, FL

13 years experience Good with kids Good with New Anglers Good with Large Groups Good with Families Saltwater Fishing
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Praised as a 'fishing maestro' with unmatched Everglades knowledge and abundant catches

(10)
people1-3 Guests
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5 Trips

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Starts from$350

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Glades Jet
Glades Jet
Star5.0(7)

locationEverglades

9 years experience Master Guide Good with kids Technical Fishing Live Bait Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Large Groups Good with Families Bass Fishing Freshwater Fishing
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Praised for unmatched local knowledge and keeping guests fighting fish constantly

(8)
people3-8 Guests
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5 Trips

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Starts from$250

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Mile Marker 27 Fishing Charters
Mile Marker 27 Fishing Charters
Star5.0(6)

locationRamrod Key, FL

13 years experience Master Guide Good with kids Live Bait Good with New Anglers Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Fly Fishing Drift Fishing
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Customers praise Captain Jim's fish-finding expertise and patient teaching style

(7)
people1-2 Guests
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2 Trips

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Starts from$500

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Trigger Rich Fishing Charters
Trigger Rich Fishing Charters
Star5.0(5)

locationPort Canaveral, 445 Challenger Rd, Unit 301, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920, United States

6 years experience Master Guide Good with kids Live Bait Good with New Anglers Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Deep Sea Fishing Drift Fishing
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Guests praise Captain Michael's professionalism and dedication to unforgettable fishing

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6 Trips

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Starts from$425

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Captain Ariel Sport Fishing Charters & Marine Survey
Captain Ariel Sport Fishing Charters & Marine Survey
Star5.0(1)

locationOchopee

28 years experience Master Guide Technical Fishing Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Large Groups Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Bass Fishing Fly Fishing
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Guests rave about amazing days on the water and can't wait to return

(1)
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5 Trips

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DOA Charters
DOA Charters
Star5.0(1)

locationKey West

14 years experience Master Guide Good with kids Technical Fishing Good with New Anglers Good with Large Groups Good with Families
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Guests love the great fishing experience and are already planning return trips

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3 Trips

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Starts from$1,100

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Complete Guide to Key West Fishing

Discover everything you need to know about fishing in Key West - from top species and techniques to the best times to visit.

Top Species

Learn about the most sought-after fish species in Key West waters

Atlantic Goldeneye Tilefish

Size

40 - 65 lbs

Length

24" - 44"

Habitat:
OffshoreReefWreck

Atlantic Sailfish

Size

50 - 142 lbs

Length

90" - 124"

Habitat:
OffshoreNearshore

Black Drum

Size

15 - 90 lbs

Habitat:
Brackish WatersOnshore

Black Grouper

Size

5 - 20 lbs

Length

39" - 52"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

Black Sea Bass

Size

2 - 9 lbs

Length

10" - 26"

Habitat:
OffshoreOnshoreNearshoreWreckReef

Blackfin Tuna

Size

2 - 20 lbs

Length

7" - 43"

Habitat:
Offshore

Blacktip Shark

Size

100 - 150 lbs

Length

60" - 108"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreContinental ShelvesInsular Shelves

Bluefin Tuna

Size

200 - 600 lbs

Length

78" - 180"

Habitat:
Offshore

Bluefish

Size

3 - 15 lbs

Length

15" - 51"

Habitat:
NearshoreOnshore

Bonefish

Size

4 - 16 lbs

Length

16" - 41"

Habitat:
OnshoreMuddy Flats

Bonnethead Shark

Size

13 - 28 lbs

Length

24" - 59"

Habitat:
Offshore

Bull Shark

Size

200 - 500 lbs

Length

84" - 142"

Habitat:
WarmShallow NearshoreRiver

Cobia

Size

10 - 80 lbs

Length

24" - 79"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

Crevalle Jack

Size

15 - 60 lbs

Length

15" - 49"

Habitat:
RiverOnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefFlats BackcountryWreck

Cubera Snapper

Size

40 - 126 lbs

Length

36" - 63"

Habitat:
Offshore

Florida Pompano

Size

4 - 8 lbs

Length

12" - 25"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshore

Gag Grouper

Size

10 - 50 lbs

Length

24" - 57"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReef

Goliath Grouper

Size

75 - 150 lbs

Length

50" - 98"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreReefBackcountryFlatsWreck

Great Barracuda

Size

5 - 103 lbs

Length

24" - 79"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreReefWreck

Great Snakehead

Size

4 - 15 lbs

Length

18" - 72"

Habitat:
LakesReservoirsCanalsSwampsRivers

Greater Amberjack

Size

40 - 200 lbs

Length

60" - 75"

Habitat:
OffshoreReefsWrecks

Grey Snapper

Size

1 - 8 lbs

Length

30" - 35"

Habitat:
RiverLakeOnshoreNear shoreReefBackcountry

Grey Triggerfish

Size

11 - 13 lbs

Length

19" - 24"

Habitat:
Inshoreoffshore

King Mackerel

Size

10 - 20 lbs

Length

19" - 72"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

Ladyfish

Size

1 - 3 lbs

Length

12" - 39"

Habitat:
OnshoreBay

Lane Snapper

Size

3 - 8 lbs

Length

10" - 24"

Habitat:
Coral ReefsSandInshoreNearshore

Largemouth Bass

Size

2 - 22 lbs

Length

15" - 32"

Habitat:
LakePondRivers

Lemon Shark

Size

150 - 220 lbs

Length

96" - 134"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreReefBay

Little Tunny

Size

5 - 15 lbs

Length

24" - 48"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreOffshore

Mahi Mahi or Common Dolphinfish

Size

15 - 30 lbs

Length

40" - 83"

Habitat:
Offshore

Mutton Snapper

Size

5 - 15 lbs

Habitat:
OnshoreReefNearshore Backcountry

Peacock Bass

Size

3 - 15 lbs

Length

10" - 29"

Habitat:
RiverLakeCanal

Permit

Size

9 - 60 lbs

Length

24" - 48"

Habitat:
InshoreFlatsOffshoreReefsJetties

Red Grouper

Size

12 - 25 lbs

Length

17" - 35"

Habitat:
NearshoreOffshoreReefWreckOcean Floor

Red Snapper

Size

5 - 20 lbs

Length

19" - 39"

Habitat:
NearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

Redfish

Size

10 - 45 lbs

Length

30" - 61"

Habitat:
OnshoreFlatsBackcountryNearshore

Scamp Grouper

Size

-13 - 32 lbs

Length

12" - 42"

Habitat:
NearshoreOffshoreReef

Sea Trout

Size

1 - 6 lbs

Length

20" - 55"

Habitat:
InshoreNearshoreCovered River

Sheepshead

Size

1 - 8 lbs

Length

14" - 20"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

Snook

Size

12 - 29 lbs

Length

16" - 50"

Habitat:
InshoreFlatsBackcountry

Snowy Grouper

Size

24 - 30 lbs

Length

30" - 38"

Habitat:
OffshoreReefWreckDeep Water

Southern Flounder

Size

1 - 4 lbs

Length

12" - 33"

Habitat:
OnshoreInshoreChannelsRivers

Spanish Mackerel

Size

8 - 120 lbs

Length

20" - 72"

Habitat:
offshoreonshorenearshore

Spotted Weakfish

Size

3 - 17 lbs

Length

12" - 39"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreCoastal River

Swordfish

Size

100 - 400 lbs

Length

48" - 179"

Habitat:
OffshoreDeepwater

Tarpon

Size

25 - 63 lbs

Length

48" - 96"

Habitat:
InshoreFlatsBackcountry

Tripletail

Size

2 - 20 lbs

Length

18" - 36"

Habitat:
OnshoreNearshoreInshoreEstuariesBays

Wahoo Fish

Size

15 - 184 lbs

Length

8" - 100"

Habitat:
NearshoreOffshoreReef

Yellowfin

Size

1 - 11 lbs

Length

8" - 34"

Habitat:
OnshoreReefNearshore Backcountry

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Ratings & Reviews Summary in Key West

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Fishing in Key West, Florida offers diverse opportunities from offshore deep-sea adventures to flats and backcountry excursions. Anglers target tarpon, mahi-mahi, yellowtail, mangrove snapper, grouper, cobia, barracuda, sharks, permit, bonefish, tuna, wahoo, king mackerel, and sailfish across productive waters. Guides consistently put clients on fish from the first cast, with many trips resulting in limits and trophy catches like 110-pound tarpon and 400-pound Goliath grouper. The fishing experience combines nonstop action with educational elements, as captains teach techniques while sharing local ecosystem knowledge. Families appreciate the patient, welcoming approach guides take with children and beginners, making trips enjoyable for all skill levels. Many guests return repeatedly, with some booking multiple trips during single Key West visits.

Top Reviews

Key WestRating5.0 / 5.0

Based on 126 reviews by Guidesly users

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Shawn Capps

March 2, 2026

Guests
1 Guest
We went out deep with not much success in the morning due to currents, wind and uncooperative fish, but Captain Allen turned things around quickly. We had a great time with plan B catching good sized snappers with some outsized bonitos to keep the lines tight. Amazing day on the water!
Lower Keys Offshore Adventures
Lower Keys Offshore Adventures
Star5.0(23)

locationFlorida Keys

23 years experience Master Guide Good with kids Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Large Groups Good with Families Saltwater Fishing
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Guests love Captain Allen's fish-finding expertise and family-friendly approach

(14)
people1-6 Guests
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9 Trips

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Starts from$750

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damon thompson

February 28, 2025

Guests
1 Guest
Great trip! Captain Paul put my wife and I on the fish, he was very knowledgeable and got me on my personal best trout

Captain Captain Paul

Replied on March 12, 2025

Thanks so much! Had a great time with you!
Tightlines Charter
Tightlines Charter
Star5.0(12)

location1119 Baillies Bluff Road Holiday, Florida 34691

26 years experience Technical Fishing Good with New Anglers Saltwater Fishing Fly Fishing
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Customers rave about Paul's fish-finding expertise and consistent action all day

(26)
people1-4 Guests
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7 Trips

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Sarah Martina

February 9, 2024

Guests
1 Guest
Glades Jet delivered an exceptional fishing experience! Captain Jose Carbonell's knowledge of the Everglades and Lake Okeechobee is unmatched. Landed some impressive largemouth bass. Can't wait to book again!
Glades Jet
Glades Jet
Star5.0(7)

locationEverglades

9 years experience Master Guide Good with kids Technical Fishing Live Bait Good with New Anglers Nature / Wildlife Views Good with Large Groups Good with Families Bass Fishing Freshwater Fishing
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Praised for unmatched local knowledge and keeping guests fighting fish constantly

(8)
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Laura

August 14, 2023

Guests
1 Guest
Captain Slade made our Everglades fishing trip unforgettable! His expertise and friendly demeanor created a fantastic atmosphere. We caught Snook and Redfish like pros!
Seafoam Charters
Seafoam Charters
Star5.0(10)

locationEverglades City, FL

13 years experience Good with kids Good with New Anglers Good with Large Groups Good with Families Saltwater Fishing
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Praised as a 'fishing maestro' with unmatched Everglades knowledge and abundant catches

(10)
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Bryan A

August 13, 2023

Guests
1 Guest
Highly recommend Trigger Rich Fishing Charters and Captain Michael for an amazing day on the water! Michael's professionalism and expertise ensured that our group had a fantastic time. Can't wait to book another excursion!
Trigger Rich Fishing Charters
Trigger Rich Fishing Charters
Star5.0(5)

locationPort Canaveral, 445 Challenger Rd, Unit 301, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920, United States

6 years experience Master Guide Good with kids Live Bait Good with New Anglers Good with Families Saltwater Fishing Deep Sea Fishing Drift Fishing
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Guests praise Captain Michael's professionalism and dedication to unforgettable fishing

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people1-4 Guests
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6 Trips

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