Florida Bay Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Florida Bay

Chris Parthemore
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Chris Parthemore Tavernier, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Calm seas have left us with great opportunities on the reef , wrecks and off shore . The yellowtail Vite had been pretty good with several flags caught along with some other species like trigger fish , cero mackerel and our favorite yellow Jack .
Off shore mahi has been hit or miss but when we hit we managed multiple keeper fish and occasional heavy lifter and gaffers . Tunas have been active at the humps in addition to some great amber Jack bites . Overall it has been a great summer so far and it's only getting better .

Amberjack, Spanish Mackerel, Triggerfish, Yellowtail Snapper Fishing in Tavernier, Florida

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Gw De Pauw
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Ken Morris and son Henry, came down for a morning of fishing in the back country near Flamingo in Everglades National Park. Managed several snook and redfish. Was a great morning for sure!

Gw De Pauw Tavernier, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Ken Morris and son Henry, came down for a morning of fishing in the back country near Flamingo in Everglades National Park. Managed several snook and redfish. Was a great morning for sure!

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Gw De Pauw
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Aldo Palombo, enjoyed a day on the water with Capt GW. Managed to hook 7 snook and a redfish on artificial baits!

Gw De Pauw Tavernier, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Aldo Palombo, enjoyed a day on the water with Capt GW. Managed to hook 7 snook and a redfish on artificial baits!

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Gw De Pauw
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Capt GW had the day off so what does he do? Takes the family out for a quick snook trip. Landed 4 of 6 snook in about 45 minutes of fishing before the girls all decided it was time for ice cream at Flamingo! Weather is hot but the fishing

Gw De Pauw Tavernier, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

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Gw De Pauw
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Had a guest appearance from a small Goliath grouper while catching a few mangrove snapper for a fish fry.

Gw De Pauw Tavernier, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Had a guest appearance from a small Goliath grouper while catching a few mangrove snapper for a fish fry.

Goliath Grouper Fishing in Islamorada, Florida

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Gw De Pauw
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Steve Venini came out for a day of fly fishing in Florida Bay. Wound up landing 4 of 5 snook and two redfish.

Gw De Pauw Tavernier, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Steve Venini came out for a day of fly fishing in Florida Bay. Wound up landing 4 of 5 snook and two redfish.

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Joel Brandenburg
Marathon, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

This is the great great grandma of our 5yr old Grandson Atlas. We are a fishing family.

Joel Brandenburg Marathon, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

This is the great great grandma of our 5yr old Grandson Atlas. We are a fishing family.

Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Marathon, Florida

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Gw De Pauw
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Another good day on the water with Jim LaPointe. Had some absolute great weather and great fishing. several snook and reddish and a baby tarpon on fly. Love this time of the year.

Gw De Pauw Tavernier, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Another good day on the water with Jim LaPointe. Had some absolute great weather and great fishing. several snook and reddish and a baby tarpon on fly. Love this time of the year.

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★★★★★
What an awesome guy,the most knowledgeable professional,his perseverance paid off in the end thanks for a great trip
Dino M. | November 18, 2025

Trip: Islamorada Backcountry Or Nearshore
★★★★★
We used captain Chris for a lobstering charter. We had a 6 people including my son that is 8 years old who is very intuitive and ask tons of questions. I can say if enough how great he was with my son. He is very laid back and exceed expectations on showing us how to hunt for lobster. He made sure that everyone left with lobster. diner. 10 out of 10 experience. Will be recommending to everyone. Also has a great playlist on the boat.
Derek A. | September 19, 2025

Trip: Lobster Free Dive Trip
★★★★★
From the moment we stepped on the boat, it felt like we’d known Capt. Mike forever. He delivered exactly what he promised — a true backwater experience. First cast of the day? A Goliath Grouper. Moments later, a solid Snook. We had multiple hookups after that, though a few were lost in the structure (totally on us). When the tide shifted, Capt. Mike made quick adjustments and put us right back on the fish. He even gave us the choice to chase trout and reds, but we wanted Snook and Grouper — and he delivered! Per my wife’s request, he took us to see crocodiles and manatees, which absolutely made her day. On the way back, we spent time with a playful pod of bottlenose dolphins — an unforgettable bonus. If you love the idea of feeding tarpon at Robbie’s, just book a trip with Capt. Mike — you can have that same thrilling experience right at the end of your day on the water. A fantastic half-day, lifetime memories with my wife, and the pleasure of fishing with a genuinely great guy. We will absolutely book with Capt. Mike again. Highly recommended!
Matthew T. | August 15, 2025

Trip: Keys Flats & Backcountry Trip
★★★★★
Bill was great with our 12 and 13 year olds. He is very knowledgeable and helped us have a great morning. Would definitely book again.
Robert K. | August 11, 2025

Trip: Sportfishing Half Day
★★★★★
Austin was a super nice guide and we enjoyed our trip. However, e had very little success as we caught only one Tarpon and then three sharks in four hours. I know not every trip is productive, but it was a very disappointing trip for what we paid.
Joel R. | July 12, 2025

Trip: Marathon Tarpon Trip - 25'
★★★★★
We had a great time fishing! Mike was a great guide, we would definitely recommend.
Beau P. | July 5, 2025

Trip: Keys Flats & Backcountry Trip
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
Bill was great for my 2 boys and me. His boat, gear and personality were superb, and we will clearly go out with him again.
Keith E. | June 25, 2025

Trip: Top Notch Tarpon Trips
★★★★★
Great trip really enjoyed talking with Capt Gw great trip very knowledgeable. What a great experience!
George R. | June 18, 2025

Trip: Tarpon On Natural Bait
★★★★★
Our trip was great. He moved us to many different spots to catch fish. He also gave my son a lot of pointers and was patient with him.
Melissa W. | June 17, 2025

Trip: Bank And Bight Backcountry

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