posted by admin on Apr 16
Key West Sport Fishing - typical catch
Key West sport fishing combines the excitement of catching big game species, the pleasure of year-round sunny and mild weather, and the expertise of some of the top fishing guides in the world. You really can’t go wrong! And it’s obviously no secret, with thousands of anglers visiting every year, to try their hand at Key West sport fishing. We have here a perfect combination of events, making this a major destination for salt water fishing vacations.
Key West has the coral reef, the only living coral reef in North America. It runs from just south of Miami, along the Florida Keys, and on out to the Dry Tortugas, about 80 miles west of Key West. The abundance and diversity of fish living on the reef can’t be matched by anything else on earth. There are several species of grouper, snapper, and a locals’ favorite, hogfish, as well as other tasty fish living on the reef. More sporty fish include the barracuda, which is tons of fun to catch and also used as bait for larger fish.
Key West is close to the Gulf Stream. Sometimes VERY close! The Gulf Stream brings large billfish, pelagics like wahoo, tuna and marlin, and mahi mahi as well. Book a fishing charter on an offshore boat to get to the Gulf Stream for some thrilling Key West sport fishing.
And finally, Key West also has miles and miles of flats surrounding the island. Also known as the backcountry, this area of shallow water holds several types of fish targeted on Key West sport fishing trips. Book a backcountry fishing trip to catch bonefish, tarpon, permit and even sharks that ride up on the flats cruising around for dinner.
Can’t decide what type of Key West sport fishing trip to book yourself on? Try them all! You can choose half day charters if you’re pressed for time, and some captains run three-quarter day charters, too. There are evening tarpon trips, and nighttime shark fishing trips, for the ultimate Key West sport fishing adventure.
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