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Eric Scoble

Eric Scoble
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

There's been a nice variety of fish in the Backcountry this past week. We're catching Sheepshead,Snook and Speckled Seatrout Weather is beautiful, and waters are calm and clear.
Eric Scoble
Eric Scoble Islamorada, Florida Reported: 9 months ago
There's been a nice variety of fish in the Backcountry this past week. We're catching Sheepshead,Snook and Speckled Seatrout Weather is beautiful, and waters are calm and clear.
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Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
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Justin Ferrell

Justin Ferrell with Good Times Key West
Key West, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

Inshore on our 24' the reef has been on fire with almost every species of snapper. A ton of black grouper have been caught because the season is closed. Couple of monster sharks including a monster (10+ft) hammerhead. Cobia are starting to show up, but Im yet to catch a...
Justin Ferrell
Justin Ferrell with Good Times Key West Key West, Florida Reported: 9 months ago
Inshore on our 24' the reef has been on fire with almost every species of snapper. A ton of black grouper have been caught because the season is closed. Couple of monster sharks including a monster (10+ft) hammerhead. Cobia are starting to show up, but Im yet to catch a keeper cobia (yet) this year. The offshore bite has been hit or miss, but when it's good, it's gooooood. Just this week we have caught multiple species of tuna, sailfish, mahi, and we are targeting a full moon wahoo tomorrow.
Fishing in Key West, Florida
Fishing in Key West, Florida
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Ron Brack

Ron Brack
Islamorada, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

The fishing has been decent. There's a biomass of trout in the bay right now and they're hungry the water temps are equalizing and thusly the snook have started bighting again the red fish we were blessed with a few weeks ago have seemingly left, mackerel in the outer bay...
Ron Brack
Ron Brack Islamorada, Florida Reported: 9 months ago
The fishing has been decent. There's a biomass of trout in the bay right now and they're hungry the water temps are equalizing and thusly the snook have started bighting again the red fish we were blessed with a few weeks ago have seemingly left, mackerel in the outer bay and gulf are chewing the bottom paint off and if you can make it out there the cobia are bighting in the gulf. Around town small snapper can be found pretty easy and plenty of Jack action as well.
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
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Ken Diaz

Ken Diaz
Miami, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

With the cold fronts in the past, the winter months have produced warmer water temperatures and even hotter fishing.
Ken Diaz
Ken Diaz Miami, Florida Reported: 9 months ago
With the cold fronts in the past, the winter months have produced warmer water temperatures and even hotter fishing.
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Fishing in Miami, Florida
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John Guieb

John Guieb
Key West, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

February 2025 The offshore bite around Key West is absolutely red hot right now, with blackfin tuna and cobia stealing the show! Blackfin Tuna Frenzy The blackfin tuna action has been nothing short of spectacular. Schools of these torpedoes are stacking up along the edge of the reef and in...
John Guieb
John Guieb Key West, Florida Reported: 9 months ago
February 2025 The offshore bite around Key West is absolutely red hot right now, with blackfin tuna and cobia stealing the show! Blackfin Tuna Frenzy The blackfin tuna action has been nothing short of spectacular. Schools of these torpedoes are stacking up along the edge of the reef and in deeper blue water, particularly around the humps and wrecks. Anglers live baiting with pilchards, threadfin herring, and small blue runners on light tackle are experiencing non-stop action. The key has been to chum heavy with live baits, creating a slick that pulls them right up to the boat. Once they’re fired up, it’s game on! Fish in the 15–25 lb range are common, with some larger bruisers mixed in. Light fluorocarbon leaders (20-30 lb) and small circle hooks are doing the trick, providing an epic fight that tests every inch of your gear. Cobia Crash the Party While targeting tuna, surprise visits from cobia have added to the excitement. These fish are cruising the same wrecks and structure, often trailing behind rays, sharks, and even alongside the tuna schools. They’re aggressive right now, smashing live baits like pinfish and pilchards without hesitation. Anglers are reporting cobia in the 20–40 lb class, with some true Key West giants pushing beyond that. Keep a pitch rod ready with a live bait hooked up because these fish often appear out of nowhere, especially when you’re chumming heavily. Tips for Success: • Chum Heavy: Live chumming with pilchards keeps both tuna and cobia around the boat.
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Ralph Mayans
Miami, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

Fishing of Miami Beach has been super hot this month and it's starting to pick up one spring time gets here all hell's going to break loose mahi-mahi wahoo, black fin tuna are just starting to heat up trolling in live. Bathing has been the best methods. I recommend a...
Ralph Mayans
Ralph Mayans Miami, Florida Reported: 9 months ago
Fishing of Miami Beach has been super hot this month and it's starting to pick up one spring time gets here all hell's going to break loose mahi-mahi wahoo, black fin tuna are just starting to heat up trolling in live. Bathing has been the best methods. I recommend a three-quarter day or full day it just gives you that little bit of extra time to get you on the fish.
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Jamie Snediker
Key West, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

Lots of mackerel.
Jamie Snediker
Jamie Snediker Key West, Florida Reported: 9 months ago
Lots of mackerel.
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Fishing in Key West, Florida
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Ryan Carter

Ryan Carter
Key West, Florida
Reported: 9 months ago

East winds this week will bring in some warm waters and calm seas. The mangrove snapper bite has been very good with pilchards, pinfish and or cut bait. The jack crevel have taken over the gulf of America in strong numbers. The average size is 8 pounds with some 12...
Ryan Carter
Ryan Carter Key West, Florida Reported: 9 months ago
East winds this week will bring in some warm waters and calm seas. The mangrove snapper bite has been very good with pilchards, pinfish and or cut bait. The jack crevel have taken over the gulf of America in strong numbers. The average size is 8 pounds with some 12 pounders mixed in. The Cobia are still hanging around the shallow wrecks. Fishing will only continue getting better later in the months coming.
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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

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