Islamorada Fishing

Islamorada is known as the Sport Fishing Capital of the World. Two of the most famous Islamorada residents and anglers were Zane Grey and Ted Williams. Even though Ernest Hemingway lived in Key West, he would drive his boat Pilar to fish the better waters around Islamorada. Harry Truman also visited and fished often. With close proximity to the back country flats, coral reefs, and Gulf Stream, there is no wonder why this is a favorite fishing destination for many famous fishermen.

Fishing offshore of Islamorada will produce great catches of Barracuda, Blackfin Tuna, Kingfish, Mahi-mahi (dolphinfish), and Wahoo much of the year. During the Spring and Summer many Blue Marlin are caught, and during the Fall and Winter the Sailfish are plentiful. Fishing the deep waters for daytime Swordfish originated in Islamorada.

Bottom fishing the many reefs and bridges around Islamorada with offer Amberjack (aka Reef Donkeys), Jack Crevalle, Sheepshead, and many species of Snapper and Grouper. Fishing the shallow water flats in the back country can be exciting with catches of huge Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, Permit, and Bonefish.

Islamorada Fishing Forecast

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Latest Islamorada Fishing Reports

• April 19
  Great day catching yellowtail snapper tuna and a mahi!

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• April 17
  Nice sailfish show!

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• April 11
  Yellowtail snapper for dinner!! Text or call Capt. Joe at 786-295-2162 for your Islamorada fishing adventure

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• April 8
  Great day of yellowtail snapper fishing!

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• Febaruy Fishing Report
  The post Febaruy Fishing Report appeared first on Bud n' Mary's Islamorada Fishing Marina.

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• March 24
  Great day caching yellowtail snapper blackfin tuna and nice kingfish!!

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• March 23
  Lots of yellowtail a mahi and a kingfish for this family on the Fearless! call or text Capt. Joe at 786-295-2162

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• March 21
  A whole bunch of yellowtail and some kingfish for the smoker

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• Florida Keys Kids Fishing Expo
  I’m proud to say that I’ve been a member of Florida Keys Fishing Guides Association for over a decade. FKFGA is an organization made up of Upper Keys flats and backcountry gu

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• March 19
  Some nice yellowtail snapper today!

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Top Islamorada Fishing Spots

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Top Islamorada Bait & Tackle Stores

1. Miss Chief Charters
   Florida, Keys, deep sea and Reef Fishing Charters in Key Largo, Florida.
   

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2. Key Largo Rods
   Key Largo Rods. Your place for custom rods. ... Born and raised in Miami, Rick Berry is a second-generation rod builder who held his first rod as a toddler.
   

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3. World Wide Sportsman
   This is the largest Bait & Tackle store in the area with over 27,000 sq feet of space. Started in 1967, the store expanded to its new location in 1997. It is now owned by Bass Pro Shops and is located at MM 81.5.
   

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4. Tackle Center of Islamorada
   We are the premier tackle center in the Florida Keys, located in the heart of Islamorada at mile marker 81.9 in front of the Lorelei Restaurant & Bar. Count on us for all your tackle and bait, from grunts to granders.
   

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5. Florida Keys Outfitters
   
   

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Top Islamorada Fishing Charters & Guides

1. Fearless Fishing Charters
   Offshore fishing in Islamorada, Florida Keys at it's BEST! We are able to offer action-packed Offshore and Reef/Wreck trips for comparatively less than the big boats.
   

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2. Quit Yer Bitchin'
   Depending on when you plan your trip to the Florida Keys we have some of the best offshore fishing in the world with Sailfish, Swordfish, Tuna, Wahoo and Dolphin are only a few of the Pelagic fish we have. The Florida Keys also has a Coral Reef that
   

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3. Captain Joe Petrucco
   Sportfishing in Islamorada, Fl. The Fishing Capital Of The World! Center Console. Tavernier Creek Marina Fishing Guide
   

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4. Sea Horse Charters
   If you want to have fun and catch fish like mahi-mahi, swordfish, sailfish, marlin, tuna, yellowtail snapper, wahoo, amberjack, kingfish, sharks, and other sport fish, Call Captain Rick!
   

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5. Skins and Fins Fishing Charters and Guides
   Florida keys, Islamorada fishing charter guide. fishing the the florida keys, islamorada, key largo for tarpon, bonefish, sharks, snook, redfish, trout.
   

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6. Good Karma Sportfishing
   Good Karma Sportfishing specializes in offering Key Largo customized Fishing Charters-Offshore, Reef and Wreck fishing. We are the only 24ft fishing charter boat in the Florida Keys that is Seakeeper Stabilized!
   

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7. DIRTY BOAT
   "DIRTY BOAT" is a charter boat docked at Robbie's Marina in Islamorada, the sportfishing capital of the world!
   

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8. Gold Reserve Charters
   The waters offshore of Islamorada offer the opportunity to catch sailfish, king mackerel, tuna, dolphin (a.k.a. mahi-mahi or dorado), wahoo, grouper, snapper, amberjack, swordfish, marlin, cobia, sharks and my other species of fish. We offer full day
   

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9. A Fishing Guide - Capt. Steve Friedman
   Tarpon, Bonefish, Redfish, Snook and Permit on fly and spin tackle First-timers, families, couples and seasoned anglers are all welcome aboard my boat, to experience the raw beauty that is Florida Bay, Biscayne Bay and Everglades National Park. Ba
   

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10. First Choice Charters
    The only FL Keys fishing charter boat the other charter captains say is too nice to be used for charters! We offer full day, three quarter day, and half day fishing charters, in a relaxed, professional, fun-filled family atmosphere! My name is Captai
    

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Top Islamorada Marinas

1. Bud N' Mary's
   Bud N' Mary's is home to over 40 of the finest Florida Keys Fishing offshore captains and backcountry guides to be found anywhere in the world. Many grew up right here in Islamorada, some were even Fishing Key West when they were youngsters!
   

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2. Robbie's of Islamorada
   Whether your passion leads you kayaking the mangrove creeks and streams of the Bay; hand feeding the majestic silver king from the dock; battling deep sea fish a la Ernest Hemingway; captaining your own boat around the islands; island hopping with a
   

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3. World Wide Sportsman
   This is the largest Bait & Tackle store in the area with over 27,000 sq feet of space. Started in 1967, the store expanded to its new location in 1997. It is now owned by Bass Pro Shops and is located at MM 81.5.
   

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4. Whale Harbor Marina
   The crisp air of the sea along with sun-kissed blue skies and perfect sailing weather; it’s the ideal fishing trip, and what you’ll find at Whale Harbor Marina, the home of the best fishing charters Islamorada has to offer. Our Gulf Stream location p
   

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Bouy Conditions

Station PKYF1 - Peterson Key, FL
April 30, 2026 12:00 am EDT
Location: 24.918N 80.747W
Water Temperature: 83.8°F (28.8°C)
Tide: -0.32 ft

Current Moon Phase

Waning Gibbous Moon