Sport fishing is a way to celebrate the unique beauty and life of Islamorada's waters. Fishing isn't just a way of life, part of our heritage, or simply fun. It is all of these things and more-it is a statement of our appreciation for this paradise in which we live and welcome visitors, it is a symbol of our stewardship over these waters. Whether you want to go deep sea fishing or back country fishing-we have the information and resources you need. Below you will find lists for deep sea and back country guides. Also, there is a simplified fishing calendar to let you know by month what species are at their peak.
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| All Tackle Backcountry Charters 305-664-9463 · Fax: 305-852-3509 · Email: capt_ted_wilson@hotmail.com PO Box 1204 · Islamorad, FL 33036 Backcountry fishing guide with expertise in fly, spin and plug tackle for bonefish, tarpon, and permit www.captaintedwilson.com |
| Ambush Charters/Bite Me Sport Fishing 305-664-5243 · Fax: 305-664-5243 · Email: ambush2@bellsouth.net Docked at Bass Pro Shop's World Wide Sportsman · Islamorada, 33036 Offshore Charter with over 30 years experience in Islamorada fishing. Specializing in Sailfish, Dolphin, Snapper and more. Captain David Lowell is also an experienced Tournament Captain. Full day or half day trips available. www.ambushgetbit.com |
| Anne's Easy Adventures 305-852-4553 or 305-451-8393 · Email: keysboats@aol.com PO Box 1001 · Islamorada, FL 33036 Located at World Wide Sportsman, MM 81.5 bayside, Islamorada. Snorkeling, fishing, lobstering, critter gettin', birdwatching, ecotours. Fishing and snorkeling lessons are taught patiently, without pressure, at your own pace. Fun for the whole family! Your captain is a former Everglades Park Ranger with 20 years local experience as captain and marine ecology teacher. Private charters for up to 6 per boat www.easyadventures.net |
| Bay and Reef Co. 305-393-0994 · Fax: 305-517-9531 · Email: info@bayandreef.com P.O. Box 1334 · Islamorada, FL 33036 For personal charters for fishing, snorkeling and eco trips. www.bayandreef.com |
| Bayview Inn & Marina 305-289-1525 · Email: info2@bayviewinn.com No 2 Conch Ave. · Conch Key, FL 33050 Lodging on water with new pool and marina. Convenience store on premisis with boating and fishing supplies. www.bayviewinn.com |
| Blue Chip Too Charters 305-852-8477 · Fax: 305-852-8571 · Email: fishing@bluechiptoo.com 219 Plantation Blvd · Islamorada, Offshore Fishing 33036 Captain Skip Bradeen has been fishing the waters of the Florida Keys since 1966 and has one of the finest top notch charter operations on the East Coast of America. Captain Bradeen has the knowledge and experience to help you land your dream catch. For the ultimate in sportfishing and comfort, book a trip aboard the "Blue Chip Too". |
| Blue Heaven Charter Company 305-481-0697 · Fax: 305-664-9090 · Email: skyeblueheaven@yahoo.com Docked at Robbie's · Islamorada, Florida 33036 Fishing Charter Backcountry and Offshore 32' Regulator "Rigged and Ready" Family Fun Charters. Docked at Robbie's Marina. www.fishingcharterfloridakeys.com |
| Bud N' Mary's Fishing Marina 305-664-2461 · 1-800-742-7945 · Fax: 305-664-5592 · Email: bnmfm@budnmarys.com P.O. Box 628 · Islamorada, FL 33036 Full service marina with offshore and backcountry charters, Party fishing boat, Boat rentals, Fisherman's calendar, Accommodations, Transient Dockage, Covered storage, Fishing vacation packages, Islamorada fishing tournament information. www.budnmarys.com |
| Capt Dennis Leith / Fanta Sea Charters 305-664-5200 · Email: captd33@bellsouth.net 112 Parker Dr · Islamorada, FL 33036 Charter Boat for Eco Tours, Snorkeling, Family Fishing, catering to children Docked at Papa Joe's Marina. |
| Capt. Sid Bryant 305-664-9412 · Email: somocap124@aol.com PO Box 842 · backcountry fishing, Fl 33036 Backcountry fishing guide with 25 years of experience www.fishfloridakeys.com/captainsidbryant |
| Captain Bill Walsh 305-216-4765 · Email: WTWalsh3@yahoo.com Bud N Mary's Marina · Islamorada, FL 33036 Light tackle line bait fishing, picnics, snorkeling and eco tours - Family oriented fun - Captain Bill will do whatever it takes for your family to enjoy marine recreational time in the Florida Keys. He will even come to your location and pick you up! |
| Challenger Charters 305-664-7149 · Fax: 305-664-0068 217 Matecumbe Ave · Islamorada, FL 33036 Charter Boat Offshore Fishing docked at Whale Harbor www.challengercharters.com |
| Coral Bay Marina 305-664-3111 · Fax: 305-664-4281 · Email: coralbayboatyard@bellsouth.net PO Box 1414 · Islamorada, Boat Dockage & Service 33036 Marina with dockage and service |
| Fearless Fishing Charters 786- 295-2162 · 305- 505-6099 · Email: capt_hendrix@yahoo.com Docked at Bud N Mary's Marina · Islamorada, FL 33036 Offshore Fishing Charters - Captain Hendrix is ready to take you out on his 27 foot Conch Open Fisherman. He can take up to four people. Fearless Fishing Charters offers full days or half days and will also do tarpon trips and swordfish trips! Give them a call! |
| Fish On ! Boating Center 305-853-3113 · Fax: 305-853-3110 · Email: Sales@FishonBoatingCenter.com 90800 Overseas Highway · Tavernier, FL 33070 Fish On! Boating Center offers the finest custom offshore fishing boats in South Florida, representing Regulator and Bluewater Sportfishing boats. They also have a wide selection of quality pre-owned boats from micro-skiffs to cabin boats and everything in-between. Their service department is factory authorized Suzuki, Yamaha and Evinrude Etc., and they also offer custom electronics installation, bottom paint and detailing. Fish On! will also take you Offshore Fishing! Stop in today or call to book a fabulous Offshore Fishing Trip! Visit their facility by land or by sea, located at Tavernier Creek Marina, mile marker 90 bayside. Hablamos Español. www.fishOnBoatingCenter.com |
| Fish Tales Charters 305-664-0050 · Email: allen@fishtalessportfishing.com Docked at Whale Harbor Marina (mile marker 83.5) · Islamorada, FL 33036 Offshore Fishing Charters, Owner Operator with over 30 years experience, Whale Harbor Marina MM 83.5, 50ft, AC, 4 Chairs in the Cockpit! Enjoy friendly professional service. Check out our Reference Page on our web site! Over 50 rods-Tournament rigged. Clean and Comfortable! |
| Flamingo Charters 305-395-0457 · Email: tarpon@bellsouth.net Docked at Bud & Mary's Marina MM80 · Islamorada, Florida 33036 Backcountry Guide - Catch Tarpon and have Big Fun Fishing in the Florida Keys!! A1 Offers Flats and Backcountry Fishing at its Best, specializing in Fly and Light Tackle. HALF DAY TRIPS AVAILABLE |
| Florida Keys Fun Fishing 305-393-0900 · 1-877-664-7419 · Email: tailspincharters@hotmail.com Docked at La Siesta Marina mm 80 Bayside · Islamorada, FL 33070 Backcountry Fishing with Captain Mark Johnson. Families and children welcome! www.floridakeysfunfishing.com |
| Hattatude Sportfishing Charters 305-484-8410 · Email: hattatude@aol.com Docked at Holiday Isle · Islamorada, FL 33036 Offshore Fishing Charters - Come aboard the top rated fishing charter boat in Islamorada, Florida Keys. We are located at Holiday Isle Marina, Mile Marker 84. Come aboard for a fishing adventure to catch a wide variety of species including: sailfish, mahi mahi, kingfish, wahoo, marlin, swordfish, shark, tuna, grouper, snapper, king mackeral and more! |
| Islamorada Boat Center 305-664-2777 · Fax: 305-664-5477 · Email: blesko777@aol.com 81954 Overseas Hwy · Islamorada, Boat Sales & Service 33036 Full service boat center, including retail sales. www.islamoradaboatcenter.com |
| Islamorada Charter Boat Association 305-852-7430 · Fax: 305-853-0159 · Email: icba305@aol.com P O Box 462 · Islamorada, Offshore 33036 Organization of Offshore Charter Captains and Boats |
| Islamorada Fishing Club 305-664-4735 · Fax: 305-664-8060 · Email: fishclub@bellsouth.net P.O. Box 22 · Islamorada, FL 33036 Private club with emphasis on sport fishing. www.theislamoradafishingclub.com |
| Islamorada Offshore Charters 305-664-8497 · Email: mfinch@paradista.net Bud N Mary's Marina MM 79.8 · Islamorada, Florida 33036 Charter Fishing - Islamorada Offshore Charters welcomes families and anglers regardless of their fishing expertise. They know that there is nothing like spending a day on the water with your loved ones. Docked at the Legendary Bud N Mary's Marina in Beautiful Islamorada! |
| Killer White Sportfishing 305-522-0374 · Fax: 305-451-0324 · Email: snmcharters@hotmail.com Docked at Whale Harbor Marina MM 83.5 Oceanside · Islamorada, FL 33036 Offshore Sportfishing Charters Fishing the Florida Keys since 1978 - Specializing in Sailfish, Marlin, Shark, Dolphin, Snapper, Grouper, Cobia and Wahoo www.killerwhite.com |
| Lil Fin Charters 305-852-5989 · Email: Hooker38@bellsouth.net po Box 158 · Islamorada, FL 33036 Charter boat captain with many years of experience in the backcounty waters. |
| Over Under Adventures 305-852-8015 · 866-OUA-TUNA · Email: info@overunderadventures.com located at Bud N Mary's Marina MM 80 Ocean Side · Islamorada, FL The largest owner operated charter fleet on the east coast. Visit us at Bud N Mary's Marina at MM 80. |
| Plantation Boat Mart & Marina 305-852-5424 · Email: info@plantationboat.com 90400 Overseas Hwy · Tavernier, Boat Sales and Services 33070 For all your boating needs www.plantationboat.com |
| Reef Runner Charters 305-216-2484 · Email: captpauljohnson@aol.com Docked at Whale Harbor Marina MM 83 · Islamorada, FL 33036 Offshore and Backcountry Fishing Charters, specializing in making people Happy! Call Captain Paul anytime. |
| Reel N Reef Charters 305-853-0636 · Fax: same · Email: reelreef@aol.com 147 Tequesta St · Tavernier, FL 33070 Fishing, Diving and Snorkel Charters www.floridakeyscharter.com |
| Robbie's Marina 305-664-9814 · 877-664-8498 · Fax: 305-664-9857 · Email: robbies@robbies.com 77520 Overseas Hwy · Islamorada, Offshore 33036 Full service marina with boat, kayak rentals and charters as well as the Famous FEED THE TARPON area for the family. Captain Michael (Party Boat), Islamorada Lady II (Offshore), Captains Mike Patterson and Eric Bass (Backcountry)and Robbie's is famous for its Reef Snorkel Trips aboard the "Happy Cat" a beautiful new 43' Catamaran ! They have two trips Daily and one Sunset Trip on the Happy Cat. www.robbies.com |
| Sassy Lady Charters 305-852-4238 · Email: sassyladycharters@comcast.net Docked at Holiday Isle Marina (MM 84) · Islamorada, FL 33036 World Class Islamorada Fishing with Captain Butch Green! The Sassy Lady is available for full, half 1/2 day or three quarter 3/4 day, private or split sport fishing charters. Night Tarpon and Shark trips are also available. Full Day 900.00, 3/4 Day 800.00, 1/2 Day 700.00 or Night Trip 350.00 - Sassy Lady Charters takes you on a large 34' Hatteras capable of handling the burly open waters surrounding the Keys. |
| Seatow Islamorada / Marathon 305-664-4493 · 305-289-6241 · Fax: 305-289-6241 · Email: imseatow@bellsouth.net PO Box 503 · Islamorada, FL 33036 Marine towing serivces www.seatow.com |
| Smugglers Cove Marine 305-664-3636 · Fax: 305-664-2953 · Email: info@smugscove.com 85920 Overseas Highway · Islamorada, FL 33036 One-stop boat store on Snake Creek with immediate Ocean & Bay access. Fully stocked live Bait & Tackle shop with all the gear & boating items needed for a perfect day on the water. Unbeatable prices on gas & diesel at our new high speed fueling dock. Beer, soda, ice, suntan products, snacks, sandwiches, apparel and much more are available as well. Boat rentals & charter fishing on premises. www.smugscove.com |
| Suzanne Charters 305-664-9202 · Fax: 305-664-0553 · Email: fishthesuzanne@aol.com Docked at Whale Harbor 83.5 · Islamorada, FL 33036 Offshore and Reef Fishing at its best with an Expert Crew of happy, hard working, friendly people! www.suzannefishingcharters.com |
| Take Chances at the Helm, Inc. 305-434-8984 · Fax: 305-451-1956 · Email: barb@the-helm.com 491 Barracuda Blvd · Key Largo, FL 33037 Sailing instruction - small boats, mainly catamarans and Regatta Promoter www.the-helm.com |
| Tarpon Adventures LLC 305-664-8844 · Email: malibukayaker@aol.com · Islamorada, FL 33036 Call Captain Charles Klug today to book your next Tarpon Adventure fishing trip! Catch your own Tarpon, Permit, Snook, Snapper, Grouper, Cobia, Sailfish, Tuna, or Wahoo. Capt. Charles has two boats - A 35ft Hatteras & a 26ft open Fisherman. Tarpon Adventures can take you backcountry fishing or bridge fishing. www.tarponadventure.com |
| Tarpon Flats Inn & Marina 305-453-1313 · 866-546-0000 · Email: info@tarponflats.com 29 Shoreland Dr. · Key Largo, FL 33037 Tarpon Flats, a fly fishing inn, marina, outfitters and conch house in the Florida Keys. www.tarponflats.com |
| Watermark Marina - Islamorada 305-664-8884 · Fax: 305-664-8886 · Email: sindy.kahan@watermarkpg.com 80461 Overseas Highway · Islamorada, FL 33036 Full Service Marina offering dry and wet storage for boats from 15 to 50 FT., boat rental fleet includes: center console, deck boats and pontoon boats and kayak rentals. Watermark also has a 35 ton travel lift. www.watermarkmarinas.com |
| Whale Harbor Inn & Marina 305-664-4959 · Fax: 305-664-0692 83.5 Oceanside · Islamorada, FL 33036 Full service marina with offshore charters and three restaurants on the premises. All you can eat famous seafood buffet. Braza-Lena - authentic "Churrascaria" Brazilian steakhouse and largest salad bar in the Keys. Guests are served by Gauchos (meat carvers) in elegant style. Come by boat - great ocean view. Wahoo's Bar & Grill - Casual oceanside dining. We'll cook your catch! Bar and wine list, live music and happy hour. |
| World Wide Sportsman 305-664-4615 · Fax: 305-517-2618 · Email: dberry@basspro.com 81576 Overseas Highway · Islamorada, FL 33036 Complete line of fishing equipment, clothes, shoes, etc. www.basspro.com |
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