Islamorada Fishing

Islamorada is called the Sportfishing Capital of the World-and for good reason. Islamorada boasts the largest charter fishing fleet in the Florida Keys and more record catches have been recorded on Islamorada than anywhere else in the world. Islamorada is perfectly situated to be a great location for all kinds of sport fishing. It is just a short boat ride to the Everglades where mangrove channels and protected bays and inlets provide excellent backcountry fishing opportunities. Florida Bay is just offshore to the north where the clear water and shallow grass flats are perfect for sight fishing. There are a great number of reefs and shipwrecks along the south shoreline providing amazing bottom fishing for a great number of sport fish species. And of course, the mighty Gulf Stream current is just minutes from shore where giant pelagic fish-marlin, sailfish, wahoo, dolphin fish (mahi-mahi) and tuna await anglers seeking that epic battle for giant trophy fish.

Islamorada Inshore Fishing

The Everglades and Florida Bay on Islamorada's north shores are home to a huge number of sport fish species, and is considered some of the best backcountry fishing in the world. Redfish, tarpon, permit, bonefish, snook, snapper, trout, sharks and more inhabit this rich marine ecosystem and are great sportfishing targets year round. The water is calm, clear, and shallow making for excellent sight fishing opportunities in the sandy shallows and grass flats. The mangrove channels of the Everglades are also a great place to target mackerel, snapper and bluefish. The backcountry fishing in Islamorada is great all year round.
The many wrecks and reefs along the southern shoreline of Islamorada provide excellent opportunities for inshore fishing as well. Grouper, mutton snapper, yellowtail, permit, cobia, kingfish, and amberjack inhabit the cracks and crevasses of these wrecks, reefs and outcroppings and make for great fishing all year. A reef fishing trip is a great family outing as there is plenty of action for all skill levels.

Islamorada Offshore Fishing

In the deep waters of the Gulf Stream just minutes offshore from Islamorada, anglers will find some of the most fertile big game fishing in the world. Huge numbers of pelagic fish call Islamorada home and the action is intense. Battle a high-flying marlin or sailfish, lock into an epic battle with a bull dolphin fish or giant tuna, feel the speed and power of a hard-fighting wahoo, and experience the heart pumping thrill of landing a huge shark. It doesn't get any better than Islamorada Offshore Fishing. And the fishing doesn't even need to end when the sun goes down. Islamorada has earned a reputation for amazing night fishing for swordfish-one of the hardest fighting fish in the ocean. If you are looking for pulse-pounding deep water action Islamorada is the place for you.

Islamorada is a place that lives and breathes fishing. With the largest charter fleet in the Florida Keys, you are sure to find a fishing charter to fit your tastes and budget. Whether you are a first time angler, looking for a fun family adventure, or an experienced angler looking for your next trophy, Islamorada has the perfect fishing vacation for you.