Florida Bay Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Jon-Paul Haydocy
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing has been great. Snook, snapper, trout, triple tail, pompano, permit, and tarpon.

Jon-Paul Haydocy Islamorada, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing has been great. Snook, snapper, trout, triple tail, pompano, permit, and tarpon.

Tripletail Fishing in Islamorada, Florida

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Gw De Pauw
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Had a couple good days of backcountry fishing. Tarpon, snook and redfish, all on light tackle.

Gw De Pauw Tavernier, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Had a couple good days of backcountry fishing. Tarpon, snook and redfish, all on light tackle.

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Tony Golden
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Yellow tails are spawning and there have been a few Mahi Mahi around!

Tony Golden Islamorada, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Yellow tails are spawning and there have been a few Mahi Mahi around!

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Zach Jones
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing has been good Tarpon are starting to show up better and bonefish all around. The backcountry snook bite is still on and I'm also starting to see some permit come in from their spawn.

Zach Jones Tavernier, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Fishing has been good Tarpon are starting to show up better and bonefish all around. The backcountry snook bite is still on and I'm also starting to see some permit come in from their spawn.

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Gw De Pauw
Tavernier, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Paul Newman and his son, Jack from New York, each battled the wind and landed their first snook near Flamingo. Had a fun day for sure. Saw bottle nose dolphin and manatees too.

Gw De Pauw Tavernier, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Paul Newman and his son, Jack from New York, each battled the wind and landed their first snook near Flamingo. Had a fun day for sure. Saw bottle nose dolphin and manatees too.

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Jayme Stephenson
Key Largo, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Great week on the water!!

Jayme Stephenson Key Largo, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Great week on the water!!

Blackfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo Fishing in Key Largo, Florida

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John Callion
Marathon, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Born and raised in the Marathon Florida. Been guiding for 16 years. Red hot tarpon bite right now.

John Callion Marathon, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Born and raised in the Marathon Florida. Been guiding for 16 years. Red hot tarpon bite right now.

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Casey Yaworski
Key Largo, Florida
Reported: 2 years ago

Wahoo in the kite yesterday

Casey Yaworski Key Largo, Florida Reported: 2 years ago

Wahoo in the kite yesterday

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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

Top Fishing Trips in Florida Bay

Damn Good

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Deep Sea Fishing in Marathon

Top Notch Offshore Pelagics

100% (11) Guided by Bill

31 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,400

Damn Good

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Inshore Fishing in Key Largo

3 Hours Of Fun

100% (36) Guided by Jason

24 ft 1 - 12 People From $500

Damn Good

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Islamorada

Big Shark Trip

100% (29) Guided by Mark

24 ft 1 - 12 People From $650

Damn Good

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Islamorada

Back Country Bonanza

100% (24) Guided by Eric

17 ft 1 - 2 People From $600

Damn Good

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Islamorada

INSHORE AND BACKCOUNTRY

99% (69) Guided by Eric

23 ft 1 - 5 People From $650

Damn Good

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.