Straits of Florida Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Straits of Florida

Ralph Mayans
Miami, Florida
Reported: 8 months ago

Full moon has been producing really nice wahoo. We also been getting some nice golden tiles when the current is right and the wind is blowing from the north. It's perfect conditions. The fishing is heating up as spring time approaches.

Ralph Mayans Miami, Florida Reported: 8 months ago

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Charles Ocasio
Miami, Florida
Reported: 8 months ago

Peacock Bass spawn is going on right now. We are getting them on the beds. Also, we have gotten two double-digit largemouth bass weighing in over 10 pounds in the last two months, and the iguanas are everywhere. Needless to say. Offshore bike has been very consistent, catching sales Kings...

Charles Ocasio Miami, Florida Reported: 8 months ago

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Anthony Darna
Miami, Florida
Reported: 8 months ago

Fishing has been on fire, catching a variety of species from inshore to offshore, bridges to the reef. The fish are hungry and waiting for you to come book a trip and get in on the action. Plenty of action and excitement for adults and kids alike. We welcome families,...

Anthony Darna Miami, Florida Reported: 8 months ago

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Bill Giliberti
Marathon, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

Some shallow water mutton snappers and a nice wahoo this week.

Bill Giliberti Marathon, Florida Reported: 9 months ago

Some shallow water mutton snappers and a nice wahoo this week.

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Eric Scoble
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

TARPON TIME! The Big Tarpon are starting to show up! Don't miss out on these Giants! Book your trip today! We are filling up fast!!

Eric Scoble Islamorada, Florida Reported: 9 months ago

TARPON TIME! The Big Tarpon are starting to show up! Don't miss out on these Giants! Book your trip today! We are filling up fast!!

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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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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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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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★★★★★
Captain Jorge was great. We unfortunately went out at a slow time of year and the fishing that day wasn't the best. We still managed to catch a few and Jorge worked hard to make sure we all got a fish. Also a knowledgeable and cool guy all around, would definitely go out again!
Nils B. | September 17, 2025

Trip: 3/4 Day Trip Miami
★★★★★
Capt TJ is the bomb. He put us on fish constantly and we limited out on mahi (good size). We had 4 rods+ blowing up consistently and first Mate Bill kept everyone organized. Best Father’s Day ever ! Capt TJ we will be back for sure.
Sean K. | June 15, 2025

Trip: Mahi And Tuna
★★★★★
This was honestly one of the most disappointing charters I’ve had. I’ve booked numerous charters all over and in the keys. I realize fishing is fishing but we were greeted by a captain other than Dan, great guy but not what I expected honestly. Our vessel wasn’t prepared and ready to go so we waited longer than was expected and it pushed other plans back even further. We caught one 12.5 inch yellow that was big enough to keep. On other charters the boat is quite well prepared and ready to change course quickly to get you on the fish, not the case, granted it was a shorter booking I’ve still had much better equipped captains and vessels. So to spend the day bobbing for non existent apples was not at all ideal. It was so boring my wife and son chose to nap. So just be aware that if you choose this charter it may not go at all to plan. Sadly it was a waste of precious vacation time. I typically hate reading negative reviews and have never personally left one, but this seemed appropriate given the outcome. Good luck.
Darren H. | March 14, 2025

Trip: Deep Sea, Wreck And Reef
★★★★★
Captain Dan and Ryan were fantastic. The ocean was pretty rough that day but they helped us have a great time and pull in quite a few fish. We’ll be back again next year and will definitely look to hire them again!
Moira V. | November 8, 2024

Trip: Deep Sea, Wreck And Reef
★★★★★
Great time with Capt. Daniel . Over 25 years of experience and it shows. Good guy that went the extra mile to make us feel welcomed.
Brandon &. | September 13, 2024

Trip: Deep Sea, Wreck And Reef
★★★★★
Had a great time out on the water with capt jorge. The boat was kept nice and clean. Jorge worked his socks off getting the rods baited and out. We caught a few good fish too so all in all it was a good day
Karen C. | June 17, 2024

Trip: Miami Deep Sea / Nearshore Trip
★★★★★
We have done many charters before. Jorge is the most knowledgeable and best captain we have ever encountered. He’s an awesome guy and really knows is stuff. Highly recommended!!
Mark J. | June 11, 2024

Trip: 3/4 Day Trip Miami
★★★★★
I would highly recommend fishing with George. He is super knowledgeable about the area fishing and he kept me busy catching fish. George is also just a cool dude who was fun to be around during and after fishing. His yacht club cooked up our fish after George cleaned them. It was great! We brought 5 fish in and put at least that many back in the water.
Katie B. | December 15, 2023

Trip: Miami Deep Sea / Nearshore Trip
★★★★★
We had a great day on the water with Captain Jim. He is incredibly knowledgeable about fishing in the keys. We would definitely rebook a charter with him.
Tad T. | May 19, 2023

Trip: Key Largo Reef And Offshore