Islamorada Fishing Reports (April 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Islamorada

Nick Dykes
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Pretty constant Snook bite on shrimp tails and Tarpon in the 4 to 30lb range.

Nick Dykes Tavernier, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Pretty constant Snook bite on shrimp tails and Tarpon in the 4 to 30lb range.

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Jeremy Mathis with Ankle Deep Fishing Adventures
Key Largo, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Snook fishing has been warming up as we get ready for the Mullet Run!

Jeremy Mathis with Ankle Deep Fishing Adventures Key Largo, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Snook fishing has been warming up as we get ready for the Mullet Run!

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Jon-Paul Haydocy
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Lots of snook around with lots of rain

Jon-Paul Haydocy Islamorada, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Lots of snook around with lots of rain

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Paul Johnson
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

A decent catch of mahi on a short day We released a lot of short ones

Paul Johnson Tavernier, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

A decent catch of mahi on a short day We released a lot of short ones

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Chris Parthemore
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

It's been a grind with choppy conditions and poor visibility but this week it finally lightened up giving us some great opportunities

Chris Parthemore Tavernier, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

It's been a grind with choppy conditions and poor visibility but this week it finally lightened up giving us some great opportunities

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Bobby Brown with Sundance Sportfishing Florida Keys
Marathon, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

reef and Mahi fishing is Red Hot, same as the temperature!! lol Seems all of Marathon is SUPER slow right now. I have Captains calling me everyday looking for charters to do. Grey Snapper spawn is winding down but still active. Mahi limits almost daily. I heard a Sailfish was...

Bobby Brown with Sundance Sportfishing Florida Keys Marathon, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

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Jim Mulcahy
Key Largo, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Excellent mahi fishing offshore.

Jim Mulcahy Key Largo, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Excellent mahi fishing offshore.

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Chris Parthemore
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Chris Parthemore Tavernier, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Fishing has been decent considering another summer of extremely warm waters Offshore Mahi have started to show up in decent numbers but most fish are smaller with a few decent fish here and there . Tuna has been consistent on the Humps , and deep dropping has been good when the sharks allow . Reef wreck The yellowtail night has been very good with several flags being boated just an about every trip we targeted them . Patch's reefs have produced great stacks of yellow Jack and cero mackerel an and decent mangrove snapper as well. The occasional African pompano has also been showing up on wrecks as well which is always a nice surprise All in all fishing continues to be relatively steady and we look forward to making more memories with our clients through the summer 🤙

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★★★★★
We will book with Captain Jason again. Captain Jason is awesome, he made our trip fun and memorable.
Tammy L. | April 16, 2026

Trip: 3 Hours Of Fun
★★★★★
Captain Pete from Black Water charters was fun and professional. A third generation backwater captain knows the secret spots and how to catch fish even in imperfect windy conditions. Capt Pete was putting us on the fish. We hooked up on tarpon, specs and a big ole 7 ft nurse shark too. Fully recommend! Urban Cowgill April 2026
Jeffrey C. | April 15, 2026

Trip: Flats Backcountry Quest
★★★★★
Great Trip The boat was beautiful. Very accommodating and professional . When we come back next year we will do it again. Easy for all. Thanks .
Chuck M. | April 13, 2026

Trip: Night Iguana Hunt
★★★★★
Jason was an amazing charter captain for our boys spring break trip! Thank you!
Meredith W. | April 13, 2026

Trip: 3 Hours Of Fun
★★★★★
He was great! Had a good time put us on fish we had dinner for three nights. Lots of fun. Thank you I will definitely rebook.
Edward D. | April 9, 2026

Trip: Epic Islamorada Inshore
★★★★★
Had a great day with Captain Dan and first mate. We pomptly set off and had a fantastic time pulling in a Mahi and half a dozen tuna. The trip was as much as we hoped for…good weather, great crew, and some fish to be cooked at a local restaurant. Highly recommend this charter and will definitely be booking again for some other fishing if/when we make it back to the Keys. Thanks Dan and Pete!
Adam M. | April 8, 2026

Trip: Deep Sea, Wreck And Reef
★★★★★
Great salt water flat fishing. On grouper, Snook , and speckled trout. Eric is a great guide highly recommend.
Jacob V. | April 6, 2026

Trip: Back Country Bonanza
★★★★★
We had a great trip out of Key Largo with Mark and Chris today! Got on some fish early and had a good catch for the day. The special fish was a giant Mutton Snapper. Super fun! They were very thoughtful and accommodating with our kids. Highly recommend!
Joseph C. | April 6, 2026

Trip: 4-8 Hour Fishing Trip
★★★★★
GW is the man! Im hoping to go back again soon.
James G. | April 6, 2026

Trip: Islamorada Tarpon On Fly
★★★★★
Capt. Ron was a true professional. He called me the morning of our departure to ensure we were still interested in the fishing trip since the weather was not fantastic (high winds). He provided details about the length of time to travel to/from the fishing spot and conditions while fishing. When we arrived (earlier than scheduled departure time) he was ready and willing to get started early. He put us on the fish and showed us how to cast and catch. We caught so may fish we could not take time to take pictures (except the few attached). It was an awesome experience and hope to book with Ron next time we are in Islamorada. 10 thumbs up!!
Jennifer H. | April 3, 2026

Trip: Epic Islamorada Inshore

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