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What are the best jack crevalle fishing charters in Key Largo?

Why should I book a jack crevalle fishing charter in Key Largo with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 20 jack crevalle trips in Key Largo, and the most popular trips in the area are Key largo Fly Fishing the Flats guided by Josh, Epic Biscayne Bay Trip guided by Jason, and Key Largo Flats Fishing guided by Jeremy.

Our guides in Key Largo are rated a 4.98 out of 5 based on 3806 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly jack crevalle guides / fishing lessons in Key Largo? Check out our beginner and family friendly jack crevalle guides in Key Largo.

What types of jack crevalle fishing charters are common in Key Largo?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for jack crevalle in Key Largo as well as inshore fishing, flats fishing, and nearshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Key Largo are light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and artificial lure fishing but fly fishing and cut bait fishing are popular as well.

How much do Key Largo jack crevalle fishing charters cost?

Prices for jack crevalle in Key Largo can range anywhere from about $650 to $2,150, but the average price for a half day trip for jack crevalle in Key Largo is $886. The average price for a full day trip for jack crevalle in Key Largo is $1,195.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for jack crevalle fishing in Key Largo?

The most popular season for jack crevalle fishing in Key Largo is summer, and most anglers book their trips 31 days in advance.

Do I need a Key Largo fishing license for jack crevalle and what are the bag limits for jack crevalle in Key Largo?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Key Largo, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Key Largo. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Key Largo.

What is jack crevalle fishing in Key Largo all about?

In Key Largo, anglers have the opportunity to target jack crevalle, a powerful and aggressive game fish known for its spirited fights and impressive strength. Jack crevalle, also known as "toro" or "cavalla," are commonly found in the shallow flats, channels, and nearshore waters of Key Largo, particularly during the warmer months of the year. These fish are voracious predators, often seen feeding aggressively on baitfish and crustaceans, making them an exciting target for anglers seeking an adrenaline-filled fishing experience.

Jack crevalle fishing in Key Largo is best during the spring, summer, and early fall months when these fish are most active and abundant in the area. Anglers can target jack crevalle using a variety of techniques, including casting artificial lures, fly fishing, and live bait fishing. Jack crevalle are known for their aggressive strikes and hard-hitting fights, providing anglers with an exhilarating challenge as they battle to land these powerful fish.

One popular method for targeting jack crevalle in Key Largo is sight fishing in the shallow flats and mangrove-lined channels. Anglers can use polarized sunglasses to spot schools of jack crevalle cruising along the surface or hunting for prey in the shallows. Casting lures or flies in front of these feeding fish can elicit explosive strikes, resulting in heart-pounding battles that test both angler skill and tackle strength. With their impressive size and fighting prowess, jack crevalle provide anglers in Key Largo with an exciting and memorable fishing experience.

What are the most popular months to fish for jack crevalle fishing in Key Largo?

In Key Largo, jack crevalle can be found year-round, making them a consistent target for anglers throughout the seasons. However, the abundance and activity of jack crevalle can vary depending on the time of year and prevailing environmental conditions. Generally, the peak season for jack crevalle fishing in Key Largo occurs during the warmer months of spring, summer, and early fall. During these times, jack crevalle are more active and plentiful in the area, providing anglers with ample opportunities to target these powerful game fish.

During the spring months, as the water temperatures begin to rise and baitfish become more abundant, jack crevalle become more active in the shallow flats, channels, and nearshore waters of Key Largo. Springtime is an excellent time to target jack crevalle as they feed voraciously on baitfish and crustaceans, making them more receptive to anglers' offerings. Additionally, the calm weather and clear water conditions during spring make it ideal for sight fishing, allowing anglers to spot schools of jack crevalle cruising along the surface or hunting in the shallows.

As summer approaches, jack crevalle fishing remains productive in Key Largo, with the warm waters continuing to fuel the activity of these powerful game fish. During the summer months, anglers can target jack crevalle using a variety of techniques, including casting lures, fly fishing, and live bait fishing. The longer daylight hours and warmer temperatures make for enjoyable fishing outings, with jack crevalle providing exciting battles for anglers of all skill levels. Overall, the spring and summer months offer the best opportunities for anglers to target jack crevalle in Key Largo, with these seasons providing prime conditions for productive and memorable fishing experiences.

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In Key Largo, anglers employ various effective techniques to target jack crevalle, taking advantage of their aggressive feeding behavior and preferred habitats. One popular method is casting artificial lures, such as topwater plugs, spoons, or soft plastic swimbaits, towards areas where jack crevalle are known to congregate, such as shallow flats, channels, and nearshore structures. Anglers can use a steady retrieve or erratic action to mimic the movement of fleeing baitfish, enticing strikes from jack crevalle. This technique is particularly effective when fishing in areas with strong current or choppy water, where jack crevalle are more likely to be actively feeding.

Another productive technique for targeting jack crevalle in Key Largo is fly fishing. Anglers can use a variety of fly patterns, such as baitfish imitations, poppers, or streamers, to entice strikes from these aggressive game fish. Fly fishing for jack crevalle requires accurate casting and presentation, as anglers must place their flies in front of cruising or actively feeding fish to elicit a response. Sight fishing is often employed when fly fishing for jack crevalle, with anglers using polarized sunglasses to spot fish cruising along the surface or hunting in the shallows. Once a fish is sighted, anglers can cast their fly towards the target and strip it in with quick, erratic motions to trigger a strike.

Live bait fishing is another effective technique for targeting jack crevalle in Key Largo. Anglers can use a variety of live baits, such as mullet, pilchards, or shrimp, rigged on circle hooks or jigs and presented near the surface or suspended at mid-depths. Live bait fishing allows anglers to present natural-looking prey to jack crevalle and capitalize on their predatory instincts. Chumming techniques may also be employed to attract jack crevalle to the area and stimulate feeding activity, increasing the likelihood of enticing strikes. Overall, by employing a combination of casting artificial lures, fly fishing, and live bait fishing techniques, anglers in Key Largo can increase their chances of hooking into these powerful and hard-fighting game fish.

What other species are popular in Key Largo?

In addition to targeting jack crevalle, anglers in Key Largo have a diverse array of fish species to pursue, ensuring an exciting and varied fishing experience. One popular species among anglers is the mahi-mahi, also known as dolphin fish or dorado. Mahi-mahi are abundant in the offshore waters surrounding Key Largo, particularly near floating debris, weed lines, and offshore structures. These vibrant and acrobatic fish are prized for their striking colors, aerial displays, and delicious flesh, making them a sought-after target for anglers looking for an exhilarating fight and a tasty meal.

Another prized species in Key Largo is the sailfish, a majestic and powerful game fish renowned for its impressive size, speed, and acrobatic leaps. Sailfish are commonly found in the offshore waters of Key Largo, particularly during the winter and early spring months when they migrate along the coast in search of prey. Anglers targeting sailfish use a variety of techniques, including trolling with artificial lures and live bait fishing with kite rigs, to entice strikes from these magnificent fish. Sailfish are highly prized for their fighting abilities and are often released after being caught to preserve their populations.

Additionally, Key Largo offers opportunities to target a variety of reef and bottom-dwelling species, such as snapper, grouper, and amberjack. Anglers can venture out to the nearby reefs and wrecks to bottom fish for species like yellowtail snapper, mutton snapper, and red grouper. These reef species are prized for their delicious flesh and provide exciting fishing opportunities for anglers of all skill levels. With its diverse range of fish species and productive fishing grounds, Key Largo ensures that anglers have plenty of options for an enjoyable and rewarding fishing experience.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome day of fishing, thanks Sal!

    Clint T. | November 27, 2024

    Trip: 3 Hour Family Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Eric was great we were catching fish the entire time. I wanted to catch a tarpon and in 10 minutes we had landed one. Exceptional trip tarpon snook and grouper. I would recommend to anyone who wants to catch fish

    Walter L. | October 21, 2024

    Trip: Back Country Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing trip! Lots of laughs and tons of fish! We even got our target fish which was tarpon. Captain mark is great and we will definitely use him again.

    Angela F. | September 6, 2024

    Trip: Everglades Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Jason is an exceptional fisherman and superb steward of the wildlife surrounding the Keys! We caught tons of fish and had a great time with him! We would recommend taking a charter out with him!!

    Jessica P. | August 31, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Jay was an experienced captain who took us on an incredible fishing excursion. We were a group mixed fishing experience, caught tons of fish, and took plenty home with us for dinner! 10/10. We will be back!

    Paige H. | August 17, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    What a Great Trip, Ben was a Great Guide, We laughed and caught fish and had fun.

    Richard H. | August 3, 2024

    Trip: Tavernier Backcountry Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great day! Despite the weather captain jason put us on the fish!!

    Winslow W. | June 22, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great day- will book with Jay again 100%.

    Mckenzie K. | June 8, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Andrew, put us on fish right away! He knowledgeable about all things Key Largo. He is professional, organized, and enthusiastic about what he does. We highly recommend captain andrew to anyone, and when we come back we will book with him again. Highlight of the trip was landing the nurse shark!

    Jaime P. | June 5, 2024

    Trip: Key Largo Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Absolutely fantastic experience. Fun guys to be on a boat with and top-notch professionals. They were absolutely fantastic with my kids as well.

    Zac R. | June 3, 2024

    Trip: Spear the Depths: Reef & Wreck

  • ★★★★★
    Some times you are fortunate to meet people that leave a deep impression an impregnation on you. Captain Mark is one of these rare persons. I was fortunate to go fishing with him today and we had a blast. He is so kind, so full of knowledge, that I do recommend going fishing with him. His repeated actions around the wounded warrior project are a tribute to his care about his peers and good people in general.

    Cornelissen M. | May 19, 2024

    Trip: Everglades Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Jason was lively and knowledgeable. He definitely knows the area and loves fishing. He put us on a few good spots and we had fun. I will definitely choose him again!

    Dennis R. | May 13, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Fantastic trip! We had a wonderful time!

    Diane S. | May 3, 2024

    Trip: Bank and Bight Backcountry

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great day on the water. Caught a variety of fish, some bigger some smaller. Captain Jason proved to be a real people person, in firm control of his craft. Great conversationalist. Definitely would go out with him again.

    John U. | April 26, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    If you want to be inspired to be a better person, laugh, and catch the most fish out of the Islamorada marina Captain Mark is the way to go. Thanks Mark for a great day. Also thank you for your service to our country and continued surrport of disabled veterans!

    Brian S. | April 6, 2024

    Trip: Everglades Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Damn great time on the water with Ben. He was willing to quickly adjust to last minute changes (remember, when you are replying to messages from Captain Experiences they might not get to the guide you are using through them). Ben got us into multiple species of fish using various methods of angling. When our time was up, we had a few "keepers" that Ben filleted up for us. It was a perfect day on the water. Thanks for the great time Ben and, more importantly, thank you for your service to our country! DO NOT HESITATE to book a trip with Ben.

    Lapene M. | March 28, 2024

    Trip: Tavernier Backcountry Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had the best experience with Andrew. He’s a born and raised in Key Largo local and he put us on a bunch of spots where fish were biting. He was so patient when we got tangled or lost our bait and was just in general super friendly and helpful. You can tell he spends his days on the water because there’s no place he’d rather be. And he also cleaned our fish with an amazing alacrity and gave us excellent recommendations on where we could have it cooked for us by highly acclaimed local chefs. It wasn’t just fishing, Andrew was the whole package.

    Erica B. | March 17, 2024

    Trip: Key Largo Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Great time, knowledgeable and cool captain! Highly recommend!

    Gary G. | March 11, 2024

    Trip: Epic Biscayne Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great guide and a great man. My wife and I went out for 6 hours, caught tarpon, snook and snapper. was exactly what I was looking for.

    Tom G. | February 23, 2024

    Trip: Back Country Bonanza

  • ★★★★★
    What an awesome fishing guide! Omg. We caught so many fish. Cool boat, excellent ability to find the fish, great tips on local ways to get cooked for our dinner. Just had a ball!

    Renotta H. | February 22, 2024

    Trip: Key Largo Adventure

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