Big Pine Key Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Big Pine Key

Hunter Ledbetter
Key West, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

The mutton spawn is going on in Key West. Lots of big mutton snapper are being caught, particularly around the full moon.

Hunter Ledbetter Key West, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

The mutton spawn is going on in Key West. Lots of big mutton snapper are being caught, particularly around the full moon.

Mutton Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida

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John Guieb
Key West, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

The mutton spawn is also going off

John Guieb Key West, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

The mutton spawn is also going off

Mutton Snapper, Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida

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John Guieb
Key West, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Fishings red hot down here in key west from groupers to tunas !

John Guieb Key West, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Fishings red hot down here in key west from groupers to tunas !

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Hunter Ledbetter
Key West, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

They had a great day

Hunter Ledbetter Key West, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

They had a great day

Blackfin Tuna Fishing in Key West, Florida

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Kyle Kelso
Key West, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Just lots of tarpon!

Kyle Kelso Key West, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Just lots of tarpon!

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John Guieb
Key West, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Opening grouper season and we are already taking full advantage.

John Guieb Key West, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Opening grouper season and we are already taking full advantage.

Mangrove Snapper, Mutton Snapper, Red Grouper, Scup, Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida

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Hunter Ledbetter
Key West, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

May 1 grouper season opened in Florida. We have some great spots to catch all of our grouper species, additionally Blue Line tile fish opened, so deep dropping is something we do while we are offshore looking for mahi and tuna.

Hunter Ledbetter Key West, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Red Grouper Fishing in Key West, Florida

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Hunter Ledbetter
Key West, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Greg's party caught lots of fish.

Hunter Ledbetter Key West, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Greg's party caught lots of fish.

Red Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida

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★★★★★
My wife and I and 13 year old son went on a six hour spearfishing tour with Torre and it was by far the highlight of our trip to the Keys. We ended up with a fridge full of lobster, snapper, cero mackerel and yellow jack and we turned it into sashimi, ceviche, lobster macaroni and beer battered fish. We saw hammerheads, goliath groupers and sea turtles. My wife and I had never spear fished before but we had a great time; much better than fishing. Torre was an amazing guide and clearly knew where to go and what to look for. Next time we’re in the Keys, this will be our first stop.
Anna C. | November 27, 2025

Trip: 4-6 Hour Spearfishing/Lobster
★★★★★
Wonderful trip, they made it so easy to enjoy ourselves, crew was inviting and welcoming. will definitely be booking again
Heather W. | November 27, 2025

Trip: Key West Nearshore/Offshore Trip
★★★★★
Capt Justin knows what he's doing. If you're in the Keys and looking to catch fish and have a great experience, call him!
Dale S. | November 27, 2025

Trip: Key West Fishing Adventure
★★★★★
Tom was a delight to be with for the day. He made it an pleasure with five (5) beginners. We tickled and netted more then we could eat for dinner for two nights. My family would recommend Tom to anyone.
David N. | November 26, 2025

Trip: Lobstering
★★★★★
Anthony was fantastic with our 13 year old son! We will definitely book with him again. We caught fish for two dinners:)
William O. | November 25, 2025

Trip: Beautiful Backcountry Fishing
★★★★★
We went into this excursion with a "whatever" mentality, believing that even a bad day fishing is better than doing anything else. This crew worked hard! Put us on the fish and made it all so easy. Great communication before and during the trip too. Fun day with Grandpa, two dads and three little girls learning the joy of fishing. Crew very attuned that we had kids and really worked hard to pay them special attention and make sure they enjoyed the day. We would charter these guys again.
Dave D. | November 24, 2025

Trip: Marathon Premier Bottom Fishing
★★★★★
Hunter and Valerie were awesome! Even in unideal conditions at the end of the season, we were still able to bring in a bunch of lobster. They made things quick and easy, and Hunter was communicating with me all throughout the planning process. Would absolutely book again.
Dalton R. | November 18, 2025

Trip: Lionfish Spearfishing Fury
★★★★★
Captain Wesley communicated very well and his associate Captain Clay led myself and my friends on a fantastic iguana hunting excursion for my buddy’s bachelor’s trip.
Cameron K. | November 18, 2025

Trip: Night Iguana Hunt
★★★★★
Amazing trip! Captain was awesome! Put us right on the spot to catch lobster! Definitely a must do!
Noel S. | November 16, 2025

Trip: Catch Your Own Tasty Lobster!
★★★★★
Good eve what an awesome experience CAPTAIN CLAY was a consumate professional and helped us in every way,thank you guys for a great adventure and SAFE TRAVELS TO ALL
Dino M. | November 13, 2025

Trip: Night Iguana Hunt

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