Dry Tortugas Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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John Jackson with Reel Easy Fishing Charters
Key West, Florida
Reported: 8 months ago

Fishing has been good.

John Jackson with Reel Easy Fishing Charters Key West, Florida Reported: 8 months ago

Fishing has been good.

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Brad Simonds
Key West, Florida
Reported: 8 months ago

Recent catches.

Brad Simonds Key West, Florida Reported: 8 months ago

Recent catches.

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Justin Ferrell with Good Times Key West
Key West, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

Justin Ferrell with Good Times Key West Key West, Florida Reported: 9 months ago

Even with the high winds, we have managed to find decently calm water holding lots of fish. Inshore and patch reefs are full of big lane snappers, yellowtails, mangroves, and, of course, the out-of-season groupers. Offshore is a little funny this year. The tuna have shown up, and the mahi seem like they are going to stick around this winter. Some days have been a bit slow in the deep blue water, so trolling the reef has provided us with plenty of mackerel action.

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Justin Ferrell with Good Times Key West
Key West, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

Justin Ferrell with Good Times Key West Key West, Florida Reported: 9 months ago

Even with the high winds we have managed to gind decently calm water holding lots of fish. Inshore and patch reefs are full of big lane snappers, yellowtails, mangroves, and of course the out of season groupers. Offshore is a little funny this year. The tuna have showed up, and the mahi seem like they are going to stick around this winter. Some days have been a bit slow in the deep blue water, so trolling the reef has provided us with plenty of mackerel action.

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Hunter Ledbetter
Key West, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

We've had some warm weather, so some good lobster catches on trips. The patch reef fishing is still very strong, with nice catches of yellowtail snapper and cero mackerel

Hunter Ledbetter Key West, Florida Reported: 9 months ago

We've had some warm weather, so some good lobster catches on trips. The patch reef fishing is still very strong, with nice catches of yellowtail snapper and cero mackerel

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Hunter Ledbetter
Key West, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

Hunter Ledbetter Key West, Florida Reported: 9 months ago

Here are a couple of updates Solid Cero and Yellowtail snapper bites on the reef this morning in key west. Those should hold around for another month. We've had a good run of some nice warm weather in Key West temperatures getting into the high 70s low 80s. Still a lot of good lobster going on lobster season for two more months. we have been having some exceptionally good weather in Key West, highs have been in the low 80's the offshore fishing has been a little slow. A few wahoo, tuna and scattered mahi being caught. I've been diving some and get lots of lobsters and Lionfish

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Chris Gowens
Key West, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

Mahi tuna wahoo and sailfish offshore and still decent action on the reef.

Chris Gowens Key West, Florida Reported: 9 months ago

Mahi tuna wahoo and sailfish offshore and still decent action on the reef.

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Justin Ferrell with Good Times Key West
Key West, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

Justin Ferrell with Good Times Key West Key West, Florida Reported: 9 months ago

Inshore on our 24' the reef has been on fire with almost every species of snapper. A ton of black grouper have been caught because the season is closed. Couple of monster sharks including a monster (10+ft) hammerhead. Cobia are starting to show up, but Im yet to catch a keeper cobia (yet) this year. The offshore bite has been hit or miss, but when it's good, it's gooooood. Just this week we have caught multiple species of tuna, sailfish, mahi, and we are targeting a full moon wahoo tomorrow.

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★★★★★
The best
Jodie R. | October 9, 2025

Trip: Dry Tortugas Fishing Trip
★★★★★
We had an absolutely unforgettable day on the water with Captain Mason! Our family of six—ranging from more "seasoned" to children—was treated to a private fishing excursion that truly exceeded all expectations. From the moment we stepped on the boat, the Mason made us feel completely at ease. He was incredibly accommodating, making sure each of us was comfortable, engaged, and having a great time. Whether it was adjusting for the kids' needs, helping with baiting hooks, or offering fishing tips to the beginners among us, his patience and positive energy never wavered. What stood out the most was how safe and inclusive he made the entire experience. Every member of the family felt like part of the crew. He kept a watchful eye on everything while still creating a laid-back, fun atmosphere. We never once felt rushed or out of place—just fully present and enjoying every moment. He also went above and beyond in every possible way—from extending our time a bit when the fish were biting to showing us local wildlife and secret spots only a seasoned pro would know. It truly felt like a one-of-a-kind adventure curated just for us. Highly recommend this charter to anyone looking for a fun, family-friendly, and expertly guided day on the water. Can’t wait to book again next time we’re in town!
Lee D. | July 10, 2025

Trip: Dry Tortugas Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Everything about our trip was outstanding! The boat, the Captian, Captain Carlson was fantastic. He wanted fish for every one of us on the boat even more than we wanted to catch! He worked so hard to load the boat and that we did!!! One of the best charters I have even been one. We all can’t wait to come back again and do it all over again!
Kip J. | June 1, 2025

Trip: Dry Tortugas Fishing Trip
★★★★★
We had a great time with mason-fun day on the water
Blaine W. | March 19, 2025

Trip: Dry Tortugas Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Captain Anthony was awesome! Great with the kids and adults alike. The weather wasn't cooperating on our trip but he still managed to put us some fish even if wasn't our target for the day. I would fish with Captain Anthony again anytime!
Jb H. | January 7, 2025

Trip: Ultimate Action Fishing In Key West
★★★★★
We had an absolutely amazing time deep sea fishing with Captain Anthony! He is a fun and knowledgeable fisherman with LOTS of experience and great stories (ask him about how he’d dive for lobsters to impress his dates). He does all the work but lets you learn and participate as much or as little as you want. We knew we had an expert when we heard the radio chatter of all the other guides complaining that nothing was biting, while we pulled in six (only four mahi in pic). The other two were a small tuna and a ~32” barracuda). We highly recommend Kilo Whiskey Charter & Captain Anthony!
Dan W. | July 18, 2024

Trip: Ultimate Action Fishing In Key West
★★★★★
Mason was phenomenal. Easy to talk to, engaging, great at teaching, and fun to be with… we got Mahi-Mahi and an exotic. We had a blast and will go fishing with Mason again soon!!!
Patrick C. | May 27, 2024

Trip: Dry Tortugas Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Has a great time. We all enjoyed
Clayton S. | May 1, 2024

Trip: Ultimate Action Fishing In Key West
★★★★★
Our guide Nick is top notch, he is friendly, knowledgeable and certainly knows great spots to fish. We caught fish all day, brought home three very large mutton’s, some other mutton’s and good size yellow tail. We caught and released fish all day, hogfish, large groupers and other assorted fishes. Thanks Nick .
Chris B. | March 14, 2024

Trip: Ultimate Action Fishing In Key West

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