Islamorada Fishing Reports (April 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Islamorada

Chris Parthemore
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Chris Parthemore Tavernier, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Calm seas have left us with great opportunities on the reef , wrecks and off shore . The yellowtail Vite had been pretty good with several flags caught along with some other species like trigger fish , cero mackerel and our favorite yellow Jack .
Off shore mahi has been hit or miss but when we hit we managed multiple keeper fish and occasional heavy lifter and gaffers . Tunas have been active at the humps in addition to some great amber Jack bites . Overall it has been a great summer so far and it's only getting better .

Amberjack, Spanish Mackerel, Triggerfish, Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Tavernier, Florida

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Gw De Pauw
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Ken Morris and son Henry, came down for a morning of fishing in the back country near Flamingo in Everglades National Park. Managed several snook and redfish. Was a great morning for sure!

Gw De Pauw Islamorada, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Ken Morris and son Henry, came down for a morning of fishing in the back country near Flamingo in Everglades National Park. Managed several snook and redfish. Was a great morning for sure!

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Gw De Pauw
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Aldo Palombo, enjoyed a day on the water with Capt GW. Managed to hook 7 snook and a redfish on artificial baits!

Gw De Pauw Islamorada, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Aldo Palombo, enjoyed a day on the water with Capt GW. Managed to hook 7 snook and a redfish on artificial baits!

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Gw De Pauw
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Capt GW had the day off so what does he do? Takes the family out for a quick snook trip. Landed 4 of 6 snook in about 45 minutes of fishing before the girls all decided it was time for ice cream at Flamingo! Weather is hot but the fishing

Gw De Pauw Islamorada, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

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Gw De Pauw
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Had a guest appearance from a small Goliath grouper while catching a few mangrove snapper for a fish fry.

Gw De Pauw Islamorada, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Had a guest appearance from a small Goliath grouper while catching a few mangrove snapper for a fish fry.

Goliath Grouper Fishing in Islamorada, Florida

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Gw De Pauw
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Steve Venini came out for a day of fly fishing in Florida Bay. Wound up landing 4 of 5 snook and two redfish.

Gw De Pauw Islamorada, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Steve Venini came out for a day of fly fishing in Florida Bay. Wound up landing 4 of 5 snook and two redfish.

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Joel Brandenburg
Marathon, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

This is the great great grandma of our 5yr old Grandson Atlas. We are a fishing family.

Joel Brandenburg Marathon, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

This is the great great grandma of our 5yr old Grandson Atlas. We are a fishing family.

Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Marathon, Florida

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Gw De Pauw
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Another good day on the water with Jim LaPointe. Had some absolute great weather and great fishing. several snook and reddish and a baby tarpon on fly. Love this time of the year.

Gw De Pauw Islamorada, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Another good day on the water with Jim LaPointe. Had some absolute great weather and great fishing. several snook and reddish and a baby tarpon on fly. Love this time of the year.

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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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