Cudjoe Key Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Cudjoe Key

Justin Ferrell
Justin F.
Key West, Florida
Reported 3 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...
Justin Ferrell
Justin F. Key West, Florida Reported 3 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.
Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
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Alex Harmon
Alex H.
Summerland Key, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
This was the last nice day we've had!
Alex Harmon
Alex H. Summerland Key, Florida Reported 3 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
Alex H.
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
Alex H. 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
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
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Justin Ferrell
Justin F.
Key West, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Snapper, grouper, mahi, and my PB bonefish while on anchor at the dry tortugas
Justin Ferrell
Justin F. Key West, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Snapper, grouper, mahi, and my PB bonefish while on anchor at the dry tortugas
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Key West, Florida
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Mike Weinhofer
Mike W.
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 to sunset, then the bite dies off.
Mike Weinhofer
Mike W. 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 to sunset, then the bite dies off.
Blackfin Tuna Fishing in Key West, Florida
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Mike S.
Marathon, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Fall wreck fishing is on fire. Muttons snapper and grouper!
Mike Sisto
Mike S. Marathon, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Fall wreck fishing is on fire. Muttons snapper and grouper!
Mutton Snapper Fishing in Marathon, Florida
Mutton Snapper Fishing in Marathon, Florida
Mutton Snapper Fishing in Marathon, Florida
Mutton Snapper Fishing in Marathon, Florida
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Larry G.
Marathon, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Four days ago 1/2 day back country trip
Larry Golden
Larry G. Marathon, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Four days ago 1/2 day back country trip
Tarpon Fishing in Marathon, Florida
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Larry G.
Marathon, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Yesterday full day blackfin tuna trip
Larry Golden
Larry G. Marathon, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Yesterday full day blackfin tuna trip
Blackfin Tuna Fishing in Marathon, Florida
Blackfin Tuna Fishing in Marathon, Florida
Blackfin Tuna Fishing in Marathon, Florida
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Larry G.
Marathon, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Three days ago full day offshore
Larry Golden
Larry G. Marathon, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Three days ago full day offshore
Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Marathon, Florida
Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Marathon, Florida
Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Marathon, Florida
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Larry G.
Marathon, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Today 1/2 day 4 hour trip
Larry Golden
Larry G. Marathon, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Today 1/2 day 4 hour trip
Amberjack, Cero Mackerel, Mahi Mahi / Dorado, Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Marathon, Florida
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Recent Cudjoe Key Reviews

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    We had a great 6 hr trip with Kenaro. Highly recommend anyone looking to book some great fishing.

    Matthew C. | October 1, 2026

    Trip: Key West Light Tackle Fishing

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    Most hospitable, tried really hard to get us to fish, we caught five, and were very pleased with the experience. Martin Brecht

    Martin B. | September 29, 2026

    Trip: Key West Sportfishing Trip

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    Sean was a guide who puts anglers safety at the forefront of everything which all anglers should appreciate. Unfortunately one of our two days was blown out due to weather. He persevered trying to put us on fish until the weather became too unstable. He has 30+ years of guiding experience in the area. Enjoyed our time with Sean.

    Michael P. | September 24, 2026

    Trip: Keys Flats And Back Country Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Our trip with Aaron was enjoyable even with the choppy waters. Aaron’s boat was extremely clean and we felt safe aboard. He had radar/fish finder there to help pick a spot and dropped in some bait to entice the fish. He helped bait hooks for us which was very appreciated even by our more experienced angler. We caught mostly yellowtail and they were fun to reel in. Lines were snapped by some bigger fish so we’ll always tell the stories of the ones that got away! Thanks for helping make the trip happen.

    Tiffany B. | September 23, 2026

    Trip: Reef Fishing

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    We had an absolute blast on this charter! Captain Paulie is a great captain. He put a lot of effort into making sure we were catching fish and enjoying ourselves. I highly recommend him and would go again.

    Lucas G. | September 21, 2026

    Trip: Private Half Day Fishing Charter

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    Fished with Capt Zac B for the second year in a row, he puts us on fish every year. Fished with my wife and daughter this year and had a blast pulling on sharks, grouper, snapper, etc. my daughter caught 7 different species.

    Nathan F. | September 20, 2026

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