Key Biscayne Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Key Biscayne

Will Daley
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Will Daley Fort Lauderdale, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Colder water temperatures this week signaled the start of our winter pattern, and with winter comes cold fronts that push in bait and bring some of the most exciting fishing of the year. Conditions varied throughout the week, with sea states ranging from very calm to around 4-foot seas. Currents also changed daily, from little to no current to a strong north current. On our most productive day, we had a south current moving about 1.5 knots, which helped set up an excellent troll.

The highlights of the week were landing a Sailfish trolling in 120 feet of water, catching a 20.5 lb King Mackerel on a blue diamond spoon in 170 feet, and an unforgettable encounter with a Dusky Shark that was tagged and released. These are the kinds of catches that make winter one of our favorite times of year to be on the water.

Blackfin Tuna have been showing up more consistently, especially in the afternoons and during cloudy mornings. Most of the Blackfins were caught while trolling dinks and spoons, and this trolling pattern has been steadily improving as water temperatures continue to drop.

Looking ahead, with the full moon approaching, there’s a good chance we’ll start seeing Wahoo show up, either trolling or on live bait, as they typically bite well around this phase. While offshore trolling has been trending upward, bottom fishing on the reef has been slightly challenging, requiring adjustments day to day.

Overall, the combination of colder temperatures and winter cold fronts is setting the stage for an exciting stretch

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Roy Singer
Delray Beach, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Everglades is still fishing good despite cold fronts, live and artificial baits are working well!

Roy Singer Delray Beach, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Everglades is still fishing good despite cold fronts, live and artificial baits are working well!

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Justin Nguyen
Pembroke Pines, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

\Shawn and wife, happy clients 👍

Justin Nguyen Pembroke Pines, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

\Shawn and wife, happy clients 👍

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Brett Isackson with Everglades Bass Fishing
Davie, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Fishing is on fire in the Everglades

Brett Isackson with Everglades Bass Fishing Davie, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Fishing is on fire in the Everglades

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Jason Cartwright
Miami, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Mutton snapper and yelloweye snapper have been the most reliable sailfish are spotty without good conditions but are around tarpon are good early in the am

Jason Cartwright Miami, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Mutton snapper and yelloweye snapper have been the most reliable sailfish are spotty without good conditions but are around tarpon are good early in the am

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Manny Sivina
Miami Beach, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Sailfish and Wahoo bites been both Morning and Afternoon Bite been great this past week

Manny Sivina Miami Beach, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Sailfish and Wahoo bites been both Morning and Afternoon Bite been great this past week

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Jose Carbonell
Margate, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

Cast and blast combos have been fire!! 🔥

Jose Carbonell Margate, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

Cast and blast combos have been fire!! 🔥

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Alek Fig
Miami, Florida
Reported: 3 months ago

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Alek Fig Miami, Florida Reported: 3 months ago

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Justin is a great guide. He is serious and doesn’t mess around. He gets the job done. They call him hog eyes for a good reason. He will find the iquanas. If you can shoot you are golden for a great hunt. I hope to be back to hunt with him again soon ! He likes to keep a nice clean boat and expects you to follow the rules. (Just read the rules and follow the directions) to insure you have a great time! Well worth the money. Thank you Justin
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Anthony was great! He was wonderful with my 12 yo son. Would book him again in a heart beat! In fact, plan on booking him again next time we come.
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I’ve been on many charter fishing trips in my life, but Bryan is hands down my favorite guide. He is incredibly knowledgeable and clearly knows these waters inside and out. The highlight of the trip was catching a monstrous 300-400lb shark—an experience I will never forget, and one that wouldn't have happened without the Captain’s expertise and help. Beyond the fishing, Bryan is just a fun, personable guy to hang out with. I really appreciated his coaching style; he taught us exactly what to do and then stepped back to let us actually fish, only jumping in with pointers when needed. I can’t recommend him enough and will definitely be back for another trip!
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