Fishing Frenzy

Key West fishing charters have legendary status. Anglers travel from all over the world to live the experience. Sun, water, and fish are always plentiful. In addition, the cast of colorful, local characters always makes for an interesting time at the bar once the sport for the day is done. The Conch (or locals) love to spruik the island story. Most bars are open until late. A good place to start is in Mallory Square, more or less the town center.

The area enjoys extraordinarily fine weather, warmer than mainland Florida in winter and surprisingly cooler during summer. Temperate winds blow across from the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.

Sporting anglers have an amazing large range of options. Around the reefs, they can chase snapper, grouper and cobia. Snapper are a particularly popular target since they make good eating.

The island is one of the southernmost points of Florida. Its original inhabitants were the Calusa people. They lived on the island for many centuries prior to the arrival of the first European, being the Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon who arrived in 1521.

Offshore, in deep water, there is an abundance of sailfish, marlin, Wahoo and tuna. Sharks and swordfish are also provide a lot of sport and are often targeted, particularly at night.

Given the picturesque natural beauty and laid-back local life-style and colorful nightlife, key west fishing charters are a prime angling experience. Local charter companies and angling guides work hard to ensure all guests take home unforgettable memories. Many visitors keep coming back for more.