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Goin' Fishin' - Photo by Belinda SerataFishing and Marine Info in Islamorada

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.

 

Photo of Sandbar in Islamorada, FLMarine Information:
There are plenty of marine activities that do not involve fishing. They range from the active, like wind surfing, to the more relaxed, like sunset sails. You can rent your own boat, take a kayak journey, rent a sail boat with or without a professional skipper, take an ultra light over the reef... We list below the places for fun, for information, and for safety on the waters.

SEASONAL FISHING IN ISLAMORADA AREA

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Sailfish                        
Cobia                        
Kingfish                        
Redfish                        
Amberjack                        
Tuna                        
Dolphin                        
Wahoo                        
Bonefish                        
Permit                        
Tarpon                        
Marlin                        
Snook                        
Snapper                        
Grouper                        
Yellowtail                        
Shark                        

Red=Excellent Blue=Good Green=Fair Yellow=Poor


All Tackle Islamorada Fishing Charters
305-664-9463 · Fax: 305-852-3509 · Email: capt_ted_wilson@hotmail.com
Mile Marker 79.9 · Islamorada, FL 33036
Fishing for a quality deal? LOWEST RATES GUARANTEED & KIDS FISH FREE (under 12). Hook up with Capt. Ted Wilson, a 15-year expert fly & light-tackle fishing professional. Fish the secret spots of the calm backcountry waters for TARPON, BONEFISH, PERMIT, REDFISH, SNOOK, SNAPPER, SHARKS & MORE.
www.captaintedwilson.com

Anne's Easy Adventures
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
The Bay and Reef Company is a full service watersports company offering fishing charters, kayak fishing trips, snorkel tours, eco excursions, sunset cruises, Everglades trips, and combination charters. We specialize in customizing excursions for small and large groups.
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 property with boating and fishing supplies. Bayview Inn and Marina has jetskis/watersports on property!
www.bayviewinn.com

Big Pine Kayak Adventures
305-872-7474 · 1-800-59-KAYAK · Fax: 305-872-5557 · Email: bigpinekayak@aol.com
1791 Bogie Drive · Big Pine Key, FL 33043
Kayak rentals and eco tours, kayak fishing, kayak sailing and publisher of Teall's Guides.
www.keyskayaktours.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".


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
305-664-7648 · Email: captd33@bellsouth.net
112 Parker Dr · Islamorada, FL 33036
Charter Boat for Eco Tours, Snorkeling, Family Fishing, catering to children. Docked in Islamorada.


Capt. Sid Bryant
305-664-7648 · Email: somocap124@aol.com
PO Box 842 · backcountry fishing, Fl 33036
Backcountry fishing guide with 25 years of experience
www.fishfloridakeys.com/captainsidbryant

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!


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! You can go Backcounty and Offshore fishing on the same day on the same boat with Florida Keys Fun Fishing.
www.floridakeysfunfishing.com

Hattatude Sportfishing Charters
305-484-8410 · Email: hattatude@aol.com
Docked at Whale Harbor Marina MM 83.4 O · Islamorada, Florida 33036
Offshore Sportfishing Charter - Hattatude's owner take pride in her and every 10 months she travels to Fort Lauderdale where she goes through detailed maintenance. Their objective is to give their clients the most rewarding and memorable fishing adventure ever. When you step onto Hattatude, you will see the detail and dedication that goes into her. The usual reaction is "WOW!" Hattatude is a classic 41 ft. 1966 Hatteras Sportfisherman. Back in 2005 she went into dry dock for an extensive refit. When she went back into the water she was the jewel of the sea. She is powered by twin Volvo MD63 370HP Diesels, coupled to ZF gearboxes, allowing infinite slow troll speeds and fast response to fight the hottest billfish. Hattatude's fishing capability is further enhanced with all the latest in fishing technology. She is equipped with Rupp Outriggers, a Pompanette fighting chair, a full set of custom rods powered by Penn Gold Reels, plus all the light tackle you'll need. Hattatude's Interior has been redone with African mahogany, corian counters, cold a/c, a soft leather couch, and barrel chair for your comfort. You can also watch your favorite videos on Hattatude flat screen TV and dvd player.


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 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 · Email: browerhome@yahoo.com
Docked at Holiday Isle Marina (MM 84 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.


Ocean Quest Dive Center
305-664-4401 · 1-800-356-8798 · Email: divegoddess@oceanquestdivecenter.com
85500 Overseas Hwy · Islamorada, FL 33036
Dive and snorkel operation, including instruction, rental equipment, night diving, wreck diving, lobstering and spear fishing and underwater weddings. Ocean Quest also offers Sportfishing Charters.
www.oceanquestdivecenter.com

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.


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.


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.


Seahorse Deep Sea Fishing Charters
305-664-5020 · Email: seahorsecaprick@yahoo.com
Docked at Whale Harbor Mile Marker 83.5 Oceanside · Islamorada, FL 33036
The SEA HORSE was custom designed and built for maximum fishing space and FUEL EFFICIENCY making us one of the best priced boats for our size in Islamorada. Whether we are fishing for Dolphin (the fish), Wahoo, Sailfish, Tuna or other offshore species, the SEA HORSE is comfortable for 1 to 6 anglers. We don't have A/C, TV, or fancy carpeting, but we do have a large fish box, and a professional, courteous crew that will make your trip a lot of fun. SEA HORSE Deep Sea Sport fishing team will provide you the best opportunities to catch what the Gulf Stream and reefs have to offer. Captain Rick works hard to make certain your fishing adventure is a memorable experience that will compel you to come back and fish the Sport Fishing Capital of the world with us again. If you want have fun and catch fish like Mahi, Sailfish, Tuna, Wahoo, Amberjack, Kingfish, Sharks and other sport fish, Call Captain Rick. He will be glad to reserve your date. Full day, 1/2 day deep sea sport fishing trips are available! SEA HORSE is docked at Whale Harbor Islamorada mile marker 83.5 and is available every day of the year. Be sure to book early! Weekends and holidays fill up first!


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

Snake Creek Marina
305-396-7724 · Fax: 305-396-7723 · Email: info@snakecreekmarinakeys.com
85401 Overseas Highway · Islamorada, FL 33036
Dry stack boat storage and full service marina with fuel, fish cleaning station, and Wiggins forklift.
www.snakecreekmarinakeys.com

Strictly Business Fishing Charters
228-348-2664 · Email: mike@biloxifishing.com
Docked at Bud N Mary's Marina MM 79.8 (O) · Islamorada, FL 33036
Strictly Business is a fully equipped 38' Foot Bertram. The Crew specializes in reef & offshore fishing in Islamorada and the Florida Keys. Call Capt Wesley King today to book your extraordinary fishing trip!
www.IslamoradaFishing.Biz

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 - Water fun! Hobie Waves, 2 and 4 seater pedal boats and kayaks.
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: John.Vlad@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. Also a full service marina (World Wide Sportsman Bayside Marina)
www.basspro.com

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