Naranja Fishing Reports (May 2026)

Chris Parthemore
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

These beasts were landed just after hurricane Ian ran through. We headed out early on the day after land fall. Pilchards had moved into the creaks by the thousands making for easy bait opportunities. After one throw we loaded up on jumbo razors . Then headed to some wrecks just...

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Chris Parthemore Tavernier, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

These beasts were landed just after hurricane Ian ran through. We headed out early on the day after land fall. Pilchards had moved into the creaks by the thousands making for easy bait opportunities. After one throw we loaded up on jumbo razors . Then headed to some wrecks just passed the reefs in Islamorada. The water was milky but calm , stirred up from the week of high winds . On the first drift we hooked the first monster on one of the lighter rods with a 20 pound leader . After a nearly 20 min battle we were finally gaining back line . Finally we made it to the weight and I Began carefully hand lining the fish to the boat . Finally after we got the gaff in angler and Captain both let put a sigh of relief followed by the crack of several high fives between all aboard the Papa Jack 4 ! Best part is second drop we boated a second pompano shortly after . This time rigged a bit heavier ! Between the multiple cold fronts and north to North west winds . It has made for perfect condition for targeting shallow water mutton's . We have had several double digit keeper mutton trips and even seeing a few over 20 pounds . Additionally having shots at everything from red grouper , Goliath grouper , lane snapper , and mackerel in between mutton's bites. Keeping the box full of variety and keeping anglers rods bent. We also had a few gulf trips later in the month in beautiful calm seas . Where the Spanish mackerel run has kept drags screaming and everyone with a perm-a grin ! In addition to jumbo mangroves , and even some Cobia opportunities. Over all the new year has been full of great action and many memories made aboard the Papa Jack 4. We looked forward to seeing what the rest of this winter season has to offer !

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Ken Diaz
Miami, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

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Ken Diaz Miami, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

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Ben Trainer
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Cold front temperatures are from the high 70s to low 60s but on the temperature up side fish are feeding hard from adult size tarpon to large snook considering temperatures in the rest of the country Florida Keys are a great escape.

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Ben Trainer Tavernier, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Cold front temperatures are from the high 70s to low 60s but on the temperature up side fish are feeding hard from adult size tarpon to large snook considering temperatures in the rest of the country Florida Keys are a great escape.

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Gavet Tuttle
Miami, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Light tackle action reefs trips have been on fire! Lots of families enjoying non stop kingfish and snapper using live bait. 10 minute ride from the marina and lines in the water.

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Gavet Tuttle Miami, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Light tackle action reefs trips have been on fire! Lots of families enjoying non stop kingfish and snapper using live bait. 10 minute ride from the marina and lines in the water.

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Charles Ocasio
Miami, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Catching locker bass over 40 Peacock Bass per four hour trip getting on the tuna and sailfish right now tons of barracuda tons of mud snappers the Offshore and Inshore is on fire due to this cooler weather driving the Fishing closer to the Reef

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Charles Ocasio Miami, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Catching locker bass over 40 Peacock Bass per four hour trip getting on the tuna and sailfish right now tons of barracuda tons of mud snappers the Offshore and Inshore is on fire due to this cooler weather driving the Fishing closer to the Reef

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Anthony Darna
Miami, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Had a blast on a couple of recent trips teaching and sharing the wonderful world of fishing with these amazing kids. It’s not just about bending rods—it’s about sharing knowledge on various species and techniques, so they leave with more than just fish; they leave with unforgettable memories and skills...

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Anthony Darna Miami, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Had a blast on a couple of recent trips teaching and sharing the wonderful world of fishing with these amazing kids. It’s not just about bending rods—it’s about sharing knowledge on various species and techniques, so they leave with more than just fish; they leave with unforgettable memories and skills that last a lifetime

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Bryan Maffei
Miami Beach, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Sailfish have been shallow with some 10-20# Kingfish mixed in. Random Dolphin have been around 200'. We caught some really nice Tuna and 25# in 300'. And the Goliaths have been chewing in 120' but we keep pulling hooks and we broke a 300# swivel yesterday, a factory flaw no

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Bryan Maffei Miami Beach, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Sailfish have been shallow with some 10-20# Kingfish mixed in. Random Dolphin have been around 200'. We caught some really nice Tuna and 25# in 300'. And the Goliaths have been chewing in 120' but we keep pulling hooks and we broke a 300# swivel yesterday, a factory flaw no doubt.

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Dustin Hansel with Key Largo Sportfishing
Key Largo, Florida
Reported: 1 year ago

Double boat charter (limit 6 per). But great group. One guy got his first sailfish and as tradition has it... jumped in!!

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Dustin Hansel with Key Largo Sportfishing Key Largo, Florida Reported: 1 year ago

Double boat charter (limit 6 per). But great group. One guy got his first sailfish and as tradition has it... jumped in!!

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