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Phil Leonard
Phil L.
Key West, Florida
Reported 7 months ago
The mahi are still around, and we’re starting to see the tunas and sailfish roll in as the season picks up. Wahoo bites have been solid, giving anglers plenty of action offshore. Bottom fishing has also been strong, with lots of snapper and a few grouper hitting the deck. this is the last month to h… Read more
Phil Leonard
Phil L. Key West, Florida Reported 7 months ago
The mahi are still around, and we’re starting to see the tunas and sailfish roll in as the season picks up. Wahoo bites have been solid, giving anglers plenty of action offshore. Bottom fishing has also been strong, with lots of snapper and a few grouper hitting the deck. this is the last month to h… Read more
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Antonio Estenoz
Antonio E.
Key West, Florida
Reported 7 months ago
Inshore fishing is heating up as the water temperature cools down. Patch reef bite has been great with lost of varieties to catch. Yellowtail Snapper/ Mangrove Snapper/ Lane Snapper/ Mutton Snappper/ Groupers/ Mackerel are all regularly available. Also Offshore is good too with plus size Mahi around , Sailfish, Wahoo and Blackfin Tuna are great targets too!
Antonio Estenoz
Antonio E. Key West, Florida Reported 7 months ago
Inshore fishing is heating up as the water temperature cools down. Patch reef bite has been great with lost of varieties to catch. Yellowtail Snapper/ Mangrove Snapper/ Lane Snapper/ Mutton Snappper/ Groupers/ Mackerel are all regularly available. Also Offshore is good too with plus size Mahi around , Sailfish, Wahoo and Blackfin Tuna are great targets too!
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Fishing in Key West, Florida
Fishing in Key West, Florida
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Antonio Estenoz
Antonio E.
Key West, Florida
Reported 9 months ago
Lots of options and availability this month! We catching fish inshore & offshore also doing lobstering before the water gets colder. Grand Slam offshore this week mahi/wahoo/tuna with options to troll and live-bait for them. If that's not what you like and just want to stay inshore on shallow reefs/wrecks & channels and catch snapper/jacks/tarpon/sharks and the list goes on. Find your trip today and experience paradise!
Antonio Estenoz
Antonio E. Key West, Florida Reported 9 months ago
Lots of options and availability this month! We catching fish inshore & offshore also doing lobstering before the water gets colder. Grand Slam offshore this week mahi/wahoo/tuna with options to troll and live-bait for them. If that's not what you like and just want to stay inshore on shallow reefs/wrecks & channels and catch snapper/jacks/tarpon/sharks and the list goes on. Find your trip today and experience paradise!
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Justin Ferrell
Justin F.
Key West, Florida
Reported 10 months ago
Offshore there has been lots of mahi caught on anything we can find floating, bamboo, coolers, weed lines, etc. a few tuna have been caught. Inshore is the usual suspects. Snapper, jacks, sharks, and cudas. The big 18"+ mangrove snapper have returned from the spawn at the reef and are back the shallows and hungry!
Justin Ferrell
Justin F. Key West, Florida Reported 10 months ago
Offshore there has been lots of mahi caught on anything we can find floating, bamboo, coolers, weed lines, etc. a few tuna have been caught. Inshore is the usual suspects. Snapper, jacks, sharks, and cudas. The big 18"+ mangrove snapper have returned from the spawn at the reef and are back the shallows and hungry!
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Fishing in Key West, Florida
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John Guieb
John G.
Key West, Florida
Reported 11 months ago
Deep drop actions been the game recently, while mahi fishing south of the dry Tortugas we are stopping and doing some grocery shopping for large snowy grouper, tile fish, and other exotic deep water species! We also got us a big bonus Warsaw grouper.
John Guieb
John G. Key West, Florida Reported 11 months ago
Deep drop actions been the game recently, while mahi fishing south of the dry Tortugas we are stopping and doing some grocery shopping for large snowy grouper, tile fish, and other exotic deep water species! We also got us a big bonus Warsaw grouper.
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Rob Delph
Rob D.
Key West, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Grouper season has been on fire with quality red grouper and Black grouper as well as deep water species with tile fish, snowy and Yellowedge grouper with snappers, mahi, and tunas mixed in.
Rob Delph
Rob D. Key West, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Grouper season has been on fire with quality red grouper and Black grouper as well as deep water species with tile fish, snowy and Yellowedge grouper with snappers, mahi, and tunas mixed in.
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Fishing in Key West, Florida
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Antonio Estenoz
Antonio E.
Key West, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
Grouper season just started which is a nice bonus as well be fishing for yellowtail snapper, both are amazing table fare. If your interested in offshore fishing mahi and start to really be plentiful on the weed lines and floating debris with the bonus wahoo or sailfish. Also this month is the start of snapper spawning and mutton snapper, mangrove snapper and yellowtail snapper will be aggregating to spawn on the reefs and bring a lot of action aggressively biting. Options and endless come make some memories this summer!
Antonio Estenoz
Antonio E. Key West, Florida Reported 1 year ago
Grouper season just started which is a nice bonus as well be fishing for yellowtail snapper, both are amazing table fare. If your interested in offshore fishing mahi and start to really be plentiful on the weed lines and floating debris with the bonus wahoo or sailfish. Also this month is the start of snapper spawning and mutton snapper, mangrove snapper and yellowtail snapper will be aggregating to spawn on the reefs and bring a lot of action aggressively biting. Options and endless come make some memories this summer!
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Drew Brophy
Drew B.
Ruskin, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
I've been getting lots of snook, trout and grouper.
Drew Brophy
Drew B. Ruskin, Florida Reported 1 year ago
I've been getting lots of snook, trout and grouper.
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Phil Pegley
Phil P.
Ruskin, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
In like a lion out like a lamb, the month of March is certainly living up to its reputation. We have had water temperatures sore into the 80s, then right back down into the 60s with the numerous fronts we have had. Cooler water means deeper areas for the snook, trout, and redfish inshore and spawning sheepshead and snapper on our Tampa Bay rock piles. With some site fishing for Cobia on the calm days tomorrow we're heading out to the Gulf of America for a little bottom fishing and to see if the kingfish are here yet. Let's get...
Phil Pegley
Phil P. Ruskin, Florida Reported 1 year ago
In like a lion out like a lamb, the month of March is certainly living up to its reputation. We have had water temperatures sore into the 80s, then right back down into the 60s with the numerous fronts we have had. Cooler water means deeper areas for the snook, trout, and redfish inshore and spawning sheepshead and snapper on our Tampa Bay rock piles. With some site fishing for Cobia on the calm days tomorrow we're heading out to the Gulf of America for a little bottom fishing and to see if the kingfish are here yet. Let's get you booked in for some unforgettable memories and another great Captain's experience.
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Hunter Ledbetter
Hunter L.
Key West, Florida
Reported 1 year ago
It's been a lot of lobsters, hook-n-cook muttons and Lanes, and a nice Palometta. Wreck fishing and the tuna are holding steady in March.
Hunter Ledbetter
Hunter L. Key West, Florida Reported 1 year ago
It's been a lot of lobsters, hook-n-cook muttons and Lanes, and a nice Palometta. Wreck fishing and the tuna are holding steady in March.
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  • ★★★★★
    Great birthday trip!

    Kate H. | July 14, 2026

    Trip: Key West Light Tackle Fishing

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    Jamie was fantastic and very knowledgeable. He knew of all the places where the tarpon bonefish and barracudas would be. My wife and I had an amazing time and would definitely book with him again. Thanks for a great day!

    Bryan K. | July 13, 2026

    Trip: Key West On Light Tackle & Flies

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Frank was awesome! Friendly, patient, and new gow to find fish. Highly recommend

    Padraic R. | July 7, 2026

    Trip: Reefs And Wreck Fishing

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    Mike and Cole were awesome! Even though it was a slow fishing day for everyone, we still caught some keepers and had a great time!

    Maggie M. | July 1, 2026

    Trip: Key West Fishing More Than 6 Paxs

  • ★★★★★
    Bob is the real deal. He put me on the fish right away. Super patient and knowledgeable of the area. Strongly recommend a trip with Bob!

    Milton T. | June 28, 2026

    Trip: Summerland Key Tarpon Fishing

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    Brad & James were terrific! They were helpful, patient, & professional during the entire trip. They receive our highest recommendation!

    Rudy G. | June 25, 2026

    Trip: Key West Mixed Bag Trip

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    Our Charter Boat Captain Antonio was very knowledgeable and professional regarding his handling of the boat and setting up our group on fish. It was 4-hour charter that went by fast. Once we settled into an area where we could catch fish, Antonio worked to keep us catching, and provided excellent guidance as each fish was landed. His patience was appreciated as I had my daughters on this adventure and it there first time on a fishing charter boat. I highly recommend Antonio if you are looking for professional boat captain that is young and eager to ensure that you get the best experience possible for the money!

    Anthony M. | June 23, 2026

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    He Knows where fish are and will get you opportunities to catch em. Very knowledgeable about his craft and puts in the time to get you shots at your target species!

    Michael S. | June 17, 2026

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    Capt. Tony was a very nice man! took us to the fish, caught a few, and tried landing some sharks. We enjoyed our time, fishing, great conversations, and our family is looking forward to next time! Capt. Tony is definitely a good christian man with exceptional knowledge of the Keys fishing geography! We pray god continues to bless his family!

    Adam B. | June 15, 2026

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    Had a great experience with John!! Put me on a great Tarpon!! Was a bucket list item for me!!! He is very knowledgeable and a great guy!!! Really enjoyed fishing with him! Highly recommend fishing with him 👍👍

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