Things to do
Fishing
The important decision is not whether to fish in Key West. It is whether you want shallow backcountry, reefs and wrecks, offshore water or an affordable shared boat.
Find your kind of outing.
- Key West supports several completely different kinds of fishing within reach of the island.
- Flats and backcountry favor light tackle, sight fishing and smaller boats.
- Reef and wreck trips focus on structure and can work well for mixed-experience groups.
- Offshore trips trade protected water for the full sportfishing experience.
- Party boats make organized fishing accessible without paying for a private charter.
- Choose the environment first. Then compare captain, vessel, trip length and price.
- Visitors on properly licensed saltwater charters are generally covered by the vessel's fishing license; independent fishing has different requirements.
Explore activity types.