Islamorada Fishing Reports (April 2026)

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Jason Calhoun
Key Largo, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Even with the cold front the bite remained hot when you found the fish

Jason Calhoun Key Largo, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Even with the cold front the bite remained hot when you found the fish

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Gw De Pauw
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Father and son duo, Bill and Jackson, caught several over slot redfish and a few black drum on a recent trip to Flamingo in Everglades National Park. Kenny Brogan from Jumping Branch, WV came down to get out of the cold and caught some quality backcountry fish, all on artificial.

Gw De Pauw Islamorada, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Father and son duo, Bill and Jackson, caught several over slot redfish and a few black drum on a recent trip to Flamingo in Everglades National Park.
Kenny Brogan from Jumping Branch, WV came down to get out of the cold and caught some quality backcountry fish, all on artificial.

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Ben Trainer
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Hey guys in between these cold fronts fishing has been excellent, when the weather has been good fishing has been great 👍🏼

Ben Trainer Tavernier, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Hey guys in between these cold fronts fishing has been excellent, when the weather has been good fishing has been great 👍🏼

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George Garcia
Miami, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

We've been catching 5 miles from shore. Those are just some of the fish we caught. The inshore fishing has been pretty good!

George Garcia Miami, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

We've been catching 5 miles from shore. Those are just some of the fish we caught.

The inshore fishing has been pretty good!

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Ken Diaz
Miami, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

January has been hot and cold! And by that I mean hot fishing despite the cold weather! Most of our fish have been resilient of the colder water temps and still very happy. When the sun is out, so are the fish and that's what makes our winter months fantastic...

Ken Diaz Miami, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

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Don Reichert
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Reef fishing has been great with a variety of fish. Yellowtail Snapper, Amberjack, Mutton snapper.

Don Reichert Islamorada, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Reef fishing has been great with a variety of fish. Yellowtail Snapper, Amberjack, Mutton snapper.

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Joseph Snyder
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Lots of big mutton snapper, kingfish,sailfish and a few mahi mahi

Joseph Snyder Islamorada, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Lots of big mutton snapper, kingfish,sailfish and a few mahi mahi

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Larry Wren
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 2 months ago

Winter snapper fishing on short days.. again tomorrow

Larry Wren Islamorada, Florida Reported: 2 months ago

Winter snapper fishing on short days.. again tomorrow

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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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