Everglades Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Larry Wren
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

As the seasons change, we are awaiting the arrival of the winter fish—especially Sailfish! The typical fall patterns of late season Mahi and Blackfin Tunas are still in the area. The Florida Keys had very little damage and are up and running!

Larry Wren Islamorada, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

African Pompano, Amberjack, Mahi Mahi / Dorado Fishing in Islamorada, Florida

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Larry Wren
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Peak of storm no waves in marina, Friday morning picture from my deck of the Atlantic Ocean... islamorada was very fortunate that the storm missed a direct hit.

Larry Wren Islamorada, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Peak of storm no waves in marina, Friday morning picture from my deck of the Atlantic Ocean... islamorada was very fortunate that the storm missed a direct hit.

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Jon-Paul Haydocy
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Triple tail has been on the menu

Jon-Paul Haydocy Islamorada, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Triple tail has been on the menu

Tripletail fishing in Islamorada, Florida

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Paul Johnson
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Blackfin tuna and mahi are still biting in Islamorada along with some sailfish

Paul Johnson Tavernier, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Blackfin tuna and mahi are still biting in Islamorada along with some sailfish

Blackfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi / Dorado fishing in Islamorada, Florida

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Larry Wren
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

Tuna is strong, and Mahi are still biting late season if you find debris... it's transitioning to sailfish season!

Larry Wren Islamorada, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Tuna is strong, and Mahi are still biting late season if you find debris... it's transitioning to sailfish season!

Blackfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi / Dorado, Yellowtail Amberjack fishing in Islamorada, Florida

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Eric Scoble
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

The Snook and the Redfish have been pushing through the flats in the Backcountry. We've been having a decent bite of both, finding a few triple tails around too!

Eric Scoble Islamorada, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

The Snook and the Redfish have been pushing through the flats in the Backcountry. We've been having a decent bite of both, finding a few triple tails around too!

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JP Mckay
Deerfield Beach, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

JP Mckay Deerfield Beach, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

Lake Okeechobee is a little slow right now. You've got to be on the water at daybreak- if you do, you'll still catch a couple chunks. And also keep your eye out for schooling bass in their summertime pattern. We need some freshwater in the lake, but good times nonetheless catching them on Rattle Trap spinnerbait and a Senko Okeechobee majic. It's a good time to take your kids, wife, father, son, etc for half a day of fishing. Then get home in time in the afternoon for some football!

Largemouth Bass fishing in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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JP Mckay
Deerfield Beach, Florida
Reported: 3 years ago

These little Buddies loved it so much. Came back a day later. They got 48 on the first day and 65 the next!

JP Mckay Deerfield Beach, Florida Reported: 3 years ago

These little Buddies loved it so much. Came back a day later. They got 48 on the first day and 65 the next!

Peacock Bass fishing in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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Brent H. | October 19, 2025

Trip: Everglades Freshwater Special
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Had a great time, and caught fish. My brother and nephew caught 2 nice peacocks and a couple of snake heads
Nathan I. | October 19, 2025

Trip: Peacock Bass: Fly Or Spin
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Ken crushed it. He put us on the fish early and often. First permit! Thanks again Ken
Juan O. | August 22, 2025

Trip: Miami Fishing Adventure
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Steve was amazing, we had a great time and qe caught lots of fish! Life long memories for sure!
Glenn D. | July 27, 2025

Trip: Marco Island Nearshore
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Highly, emphatically, and wholeheartedly recommend Justin. He is THE BEST. Not only is Justin uber knowledgeable, but he is a fantastic instructor. I learned so much from a day on the water with Justin, caught some epic fish, and had an absolutely wonderful time. I can not recommend Justin enough. I am already looking forward to getting back on his boat and fishing with him again. He is a phenomenal guide—and it is so clear that he loves what he does, and does he ever do it well!
Maryglenn W. | July 5, 2025

Trip: Peacock Bass & Snakehead Combo!
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Eric was awesome!! I caught my first tarpon on a fly today!!! We also got in to some sea trout. It was a great day!
Cindy R. | June 28, 2025

Trip: Back Country Bonanza
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Dude was an absolutely fantastic guide. He was super easy to talk to and put us on some amazing fishing. I hundred percent would recommend.
Teagan M. | June 6, 2025

Trip: Back Country Bonanza
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Christian F. | May 24, 2025

Trip: Peacock Bass: Fly Or Spin
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Roy was an absolute blast to spend time with on the water. Many fish were caught including largemouth bass and some sunnies. I got lucky with a cancellation and it was a 1:1 experience. We both fished and talked about everything under the sun. Good times!
Rich G. | May 23, 2025

Trip: Everglades Peacock Bass/Largemouth
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Absolute blast with Captain Steve! We went a few miles offshore and fished for Goliath grouper. Caught several in the 30-50 lb range, one 85+ lb, one 185+ lb, and hooked a world class Goliath Grouper but ended up breaking the line on structure! Couldn’t recommend a better guide to go out and land some huge fish. We will definitely head out with Steve again when we come back to town, highly recommend!
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