The Best Flats Fishing Charters In Key West

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 20 flats trips in Key West, and the most popular trips in the area are Key West "Flex" Sportfishing guided by John, Backcountry Classic - 24' Shearwater guided by Alex, and Half-Day Tarpon Trip (Seasonal) guided by John.

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Other popular cities nearby for booking a Flats charter include Big Pine Key, Cudjoe Key and Summerland Key.

The most commonly sought after species for flats 1 are: 1. tarpon, 2. mangrove snapper, 3. permit, and 4. barracuda.

The most common fishing techniques in Key West are light tackle fishing, live bait fishing, and artificial lure fishing but sight casting and bottom fishing are popular as well.

for flats fishing in Key West prices can range anywhere from $300 to $1,880, but the average price for a half day for flats fishing in Key West is $681. The average price for a full day for flats fishing in Key West is $1,068.

The most popular season for flats fishing in Key West is spring, and most anglers book their trips 27 days in advance.

You’re in luck! Our fishing tours in Key West don’t require you to purchase a fishing license – your group is covered by your boat’s captain. See here for more information on bag limits and fishing season regulations in Key West.