Cudjoe Key Fishing Reports (December 2025)

Cudjoe Key Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Cudjoe Key

Alex Harmon
Summerland Key, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Snappers, jacks, sea trout and snook have been all around after this cold front!

Alex Harmon Summerland Key, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Snappers, jacks, sea trout and snook have been all around after this cold front!

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Justin Ferrell with Good Times Key West
Key West, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Justin Ferrell with Good Times Key West Key West, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Cero and Spanish mackerel bite has been great on the reef and in the nearshore channels.
Mangrove and yellow tail bite has stayed consistent.
Lane snapper have been on fire but FWC apparently knows that and have put an emergency closure on lane snapper in state gulf water. This is not updated/ reflected on fish rules app. So there has been a lot of confusion and frustration surround the species and legalities.
Offshore there are still a few mahi being caught, wahoo bite is great, or just more guys targeting/ posting them. Tuna (blackfin) have started showing up.
Live bait is plentiful on the beaches and lots of guys throwing the net. Sabikis on markers have also been filling the livewell.

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Alex Harmon
Summerland Key, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

This was the last nice day we've had!

Alex Harmon Summerland Key, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

This was the last nice day we've had!

Amberjack, Blackfin Tuna, Little Tunny / False Albacore, Mutton Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida

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Alex Harmon
Summerland Key, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

As the weather is getting colder we're starting to see some cobia snappers and jacks are showing up

Alex Harmon Summerland Key, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

As the weather is getting colder we're starting to see some cobia snappers and jacks are showing up

Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida

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Justin Ferrell with Good Times Key West
Key West, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Snapper, grouper, mahi, and my PB bonefish while on anchor at the dry tortugas

Justin Ferrell with Good Times Key West Key West, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Snapper, grouper, mahi, and my PB bonefish while on anchor at the dry tortugas

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Mike Weinhofer
Key West, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

The sunset blackfin tuna bite continues to be fun. The best action is happening on the 4 Inch blue/white williamson dolphin catchers. Set them way back in the pattern. They have been in the 250-300 foot depth to start and move shallower as it gets darker. They bite right up...

Mike Weinhofer Key West, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Blackfin Tuna Fishing in Key West, Florida

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Mike Sisto
Marathon, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Fall wreck fishing is on fire. Muttons snapper and grouper!

Mike Sisto Marathon, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Fall wreck fishing is on fire. Muttons snapper and grouper!

Mutton Snapper Fishing in Marathon, Florida

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Larry Golden
Marathon, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Four days ago 1/2 day back country trip

Larry Golden Marathon, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Four days ago 1/2 day back country trip

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★★★★★
We had an amazing day with Justin, he ensured we had everything we needed and found the fish we were after. We even caught dinner!
Myers M. | December 9, 2025

Trip: 3/4 Day Inshore Trip
★★★★★
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!

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