Tavernier Weather Forecast

Fishing reports straight from our guides in Tavernier

Tony Y.
Key Largo, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Hey David! We had some wind come in yesterday afternoon/today which clouded up the shallow patch reefs and made for some good fishing today. Water temp has dropped off to 78 degrees and we are starting to see a lot of our winter migratory fish!
Tony Young
Tony Y. Key Largo, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Hey David! We had some wind come in yesterday afternoon/today which clouded up the shallow patch reefs and made for some good fishing today. Water temp has dropped off to 78 degrees and we are starting to see a lot of our winter migratory fish!
Cero Mackerel, Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
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Tony Y.
Key Largo, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
We had some wind come in yesterday afternoon/today which clouded up the shallow patch reefs and made for some good fishing today. Water temp has dropped off to 78 degrees and we are starting to see a lot of our winter migratory fish!
Tony Young
Tony Y. Key Largo, Florida Reported 3 years ago
We had some wind come in yesterday afternoon/today which clouded up the shallow patch reefs and made for some good fishing today. Water temp has dropped off to 78 degrees and we are starting to see a lot of our winter migratory fish!
Cero Mackerel Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
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Chris Parthemore
Chris P.
Tavernier, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
We have been fishing lots of wrecks, reefs. and inshore water. Jumbo size yellowtail have been pretty consistent on big love pilchards, along with the occasional African pompano and yellow Jack. Some decent size muttons have started to move into patches and mangrove snappers too.
On the windy days we fished inshore and caught tarpon, snook, Goliath grouper and some nice sized mangrove snapper too.
Chris Parthemore
Chris P. Tavernier, Florida Reported 3 years ago
We have been fishing lots of wrecks, reefs. and inshore water. Jumbo size yellowtail have been pretty consistent on big love pilchards, along with the occasional African pompano and yellow Jack. Some decent size muttons have started to move into patches and mangrove snappers too.
On the windy days we fished inshore and caught tarpon, snook, Goliath grouper and some nice sized mangrove snapper too.
Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
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Alex Z.
Homestead, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Fishing live bait in Biscayne bay for tarpon, yellow jacks, mangrove, mutton snappers and groupers has been great, with a good chance to take plenty of fish home to eat. The easy availability of live bait is what makes these trips successful. That will change as soon as we start getting cold fronts that cool the water off, and push the bait fish to deeper water.
During nice weather days, bonefishing in Biscayne bay can be awesome with lots of shots, and the biggest fish of the year, from now through spring.
Flyfishing and light tackle in the Everglades for...
Alex Zapata
Alex Z. Homestead, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Fishing live bait in Biscayne bay for tarpon, yellow jacks, mangrove, mutton snappers and groupers has been great, with a good chance to take plenty of fish home to eat. The easy availability of live bait is what makes these trips successful. That will change as soon as we start getting cold fronts that cool the water off, and push the bait fish to deeper water.
During nice weather days, bonefishing in Biscayne bay can be awesome with lots of shots, and the biggest fish of the year, from now through spring.
Flyfishing and light tackle in the Everglades for
snook, tarpon, sea trout and redfish has been very good, and will continue fishing well, depending on the fluctuations of weather and cold fronts activity.
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Homestead, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Homestead, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Homestead, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Homestead, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Homestead, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Homestead, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Homestead, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Homestead, Florida
Mangrove Snapper Fishing in Homestead, Florida
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Alex Monteagudo
Alex M.
Key Largo, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Snook bite has been pretty good and some good size tarpon have been all around town.”
Alex Monteagudo
Alex M. Key Largo, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Snook bite has been pretty good and some good size tarpon have been all around town.”
Snook Fishing in Key Largo, Florida
Snook Fishing in Key Largo, Florida
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Joshua Benton
Joshua B.
Wilmington, North Carolina
Reported 3 years ago
Bull reds on fly, can't beat it!
Joshua Benton
Joshua B. Wilmington, North Carolina Reported 3 years ago
Bull reds on fly, can't beat it!
Redfish Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
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Zach Jones
Zach J.
Tavernier, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Fishing is heating up in the backcountry. Water Temps are cool in the morning and warm up later in afternoon. The snook bite is good in the glades along with the redfish. Bonefish will be here and up on the flats feeding heavily on shrimp. Baby Tarpon on fly rod has been decent as well.
Zach Jones
Zach J. Tavernier, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Fishing is heating up in the backcountry. Water Temps are cool in the morning and warm up later in afternoon. The snook bite is good in the glades along with the redfish. Bonefish will be here and up on the flats feeding heavily on shrimp. Baby Tarpon on fly rod has been decent as well.
Redfish Fishing in Key Largo, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Key Largo, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Key Largo, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Key Largo, Florida
Redfish Fishing in Key Largo, Florida
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Maurice Young
Maurice Y.
Lauderhill, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Fishing onboard the 36’ Yellowfin in the last couple of weeks has been very good in the Florida Keys, between Key Largo & Marathon. The predominant bite offshore has been swordfish & blackfin tunas. The swordfish have been holding well off the ledges & the blackfins are super thick on the humps. We are catching our limits on blackfin tuna just about every trip & a few mahi-mahi in the mix as an extra treat.
On the reefs & wrecks, the Yellowtail snapper / mutton bite has still been consistent on the reefs between 45- 90 feet of water and...
Maurice Young
Maurice Y. Lauderhill, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Fishing onboard the 36’ Yellowfin in the last couple of weeks has been very good in the Florida Keys, between Key Largo & Marathon. The predominant bite offshore has been swordfish & blackfin tunas. The swordfish have been holding well off the ledges & the blackfins are super thick on the humps. We are catching our limits on blackfin tuna just about every trip & a few mahi-mahi in the mix as an extra treat.
On the reefs & wrecks, the Yellowtail snapper / mutton bite has still been consistent on the reefs between 45- 90 feet of water and
on the deeper water wrecks in 100 plus feet. Captain’s tip for deep water snapper fishing: Fishing the deeper water you gotta lock down your drag, wind hard & fast as possible, admire your fish when he’s on the boat, lol. This technique is to outrun the tax man aka Mr. Shark, who is surely lurking & seems to want your prized flag yellowtails or muttons a little bit more than we do.
The wahoo & first of the fall sailfish should start showing up in the next few weeks as more cold fronts approach our area. We are looking forward to live bait fishing and flying the kites for the spectacular top water aerial attack on the baits.
As always, If you’re looking to get out on the water for a great time fishing or just need information / tips, please feel free to book or contact me or any of our great charter captains located here in the Florida Keys.
Blackfin Tuna Fishing in Key Largo, Florida
Blackfin Tuna Fishing in Key Largo, Florida
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Mike S.
Marathon, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Fall wreck fishing is on fire. Muttons snapper and grouper!
Mike Sisto
Mike S. Marathon, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Fall wreck fishing is on fire. Muttons snapper and grouper!
Mutton Snapper Fishing in Marathon, Florida
Mutton Snapper Fishing in Marathon, Florida
Mutton Snapper Fishing in Marathon, Florida
Mutton Snapper Fishing in Marathon, Florida
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Larry G.
Marathon, Florida
Reported 3 years ago
Four days ago 1/2 day back country trip
Larry Golden
Larry G. Marathon, Florida Reported 3 years ago
Four days ago 1/2 day back country trip
Tarpon Fishing in Marathon, Florida
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Recent Tavernier Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    I can’t say enough positives about Captain Ken! His preparation for the trip payed off big time! Including my first tarpon and snook! We caught multiple of each. He is super personable but also works relentlessly to find the fish for you. If you are serious about fishing, Ken is the guide for you! Highly recommend!!!!!

    Courtney P. | October 10, 2026

    Trip: Islamorada Fishing

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    GW is the man! My wife and I booked a fly fishing / spin fishing trip. He had us on fish all day long, and went out of his way to make sure we had the absolute best time we could! He asked us ahead of time what we wanted to target, how we wanted to fish, etc and incorporated all of it into the trip. His knowledge of the area and the fish are impressive as well. We'll 100% book with him again when we visit next time!

    Trevor K. | October 5, 2026

    Trip: Islamorada Flats And Backcountry

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    Great trip! Kevin is a great Captain and very knowledgeable fisherman. Limited on Snapper and had a great time. Highly recommend!

    Steve G. | September 29, 2026

    Trip: Backcountry Trip

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    Frank and Steve were a great team. Prompt, courteous, very knowledgeable and experience. We had a great time and can’t wait to go again. 5 stars

    Victor B. | September 24, 2026

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    Our trip with Aaron was enjoyable even with the choppy waters. Aaron’s boat was extremely clean and we felt safe aboard. He had radar/fish finder there to help pick a spot and dropped in some bait to entice the fish. He helped bait hooks for us which was very appreciated even by our more experienced angler. We caught mostly yellowtail and they were fun to reel in. Lines were snapped by some bigger fish so we’ll always tell the stories of the ones that got away! Thanks for helping make the trip happen.

    Tiffany B. | September 23, 2026

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    Great day on the water with Captain Eric. Started off slow but caught some great fish including the Goliath Grouper and Tarpon below. Eric is very knowledgeable and a great teacher! I have fresh water fished my whole life, this was my first inshore experience and I learned techniques from Eric that I didn’t know. My wife and I truly enjoyed our time of the water with Captain Eric! The sea trout that Eric filleted was prepared at of local restaurant and was delicious! I highly recommend Captain Eric for a guided inshore fishing trip! Hope to be back again! Frank Gallione Lieutenant (Retired) Lombard Illinois Fire Dept.

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