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There is something about a flats boat in the keys that just feels right. Being poled around the endless maze of gin clear flats and mangrove riddled backcountry, stalking up on unsuspecting Bonefish, Permit, and Redfish, hooking into monster Tarpon in the summertime are what Florida Key's inshore fishing is all about! So head out to explore the beautiful tropical waters the Florida Keys are known for with Captain Jamie down in Key West to catch the bug! You'll chase bonefish and permit on the flats, and redfish, trout, jacks, and snapper back in the backcountry. Either way, Captain Jamie will be there to lend expert advice as he quietly poles you into schools of fish. Possible Species: Snook, Jack Crevalle, Tarpon, Spotted Sea Trout, Bonefish, Permit, Sharks, Ladyfish, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Redfish, Goliath Grouper, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and others Read More

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If you're looking for world-class sportfishing in one of America's most beautiful locations, then this trip just might be your ticket. This trip will allow you to chase a variety of prized sportfish species, from the ultimate heavyweight, the Goliath Grouper, to lightning-fast fish such as Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish and others. The species will vary depending on the length of your trip; if you're interested in Sailfish and Wahoo, opt for the longer trip so that you can get out into deeper waters. Nearshore, there's also opportunities to hook up Blacktip Sharks! When these aggressive fish grab the hook, get ready for the fight of your life! You'll be in experienced and professional hands aboard Captain Gil's 34' Crusader sportfisher. This boat is a perfect balance of speed, performance, and comfort that's ideal for offshore fishing. With a 375 HP Caterpillar engine, you won't have to cruise for long before you reach the prime fishing grounds and start haulin' 'em in. On the way, watch the trolling lines for bites from Mahi. Your Captain will be prepared with everything you need for a blue-ribbon day, including top-of-the line rods, reels, bait, tackle, and most importantly, his years of experience hunting champion pelagic predators. To make the most of your experience on the water, make sure to bring polarized sunglasses, proper clothing, hat, and sunscreen. Get ready to have a blast! Read More

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Get ready to experience the thrill of a lifetime with Captain Tyler on a charter fishing trip in the Florida Keys! On this trip, you'll be chasing some of the most sought-after sportfish in the world, in the clear, shallow water that the Keys are famous for. With Captain Tyler's expertise and his 24' Pathfinder, you'll have everything you need to land the trophy catch of your dreams! As you board the boat, you'll immediately notice the state-of-the-art equipment and comfortable amenities. Captain Tyler is a seasoned angler who knows these waters like the back of his hand. He'll take you to the hot spots for Barracuda, Mangrove Snapper, Jack Crevalle, Tarpon, and more. These fish are all a blast to catch on light tackle, and powerful fish such as Tarpon and Barracuda are a challenge for any angler! This trip is mainly catch-and-release, so bring a camera to capture your catches! Other than that, Captain Tyler has you covered with rods, reels, and tackle so that you can focus on the fishing. Get out there and have a blast! Read More

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If your looking for a fantastic Key West fishing adventure look no further! Captain Joe has over 40 years of experience and would love to put his extensive fish knowledge to work for you. Everything on your charter is up to date and double-checked to provide you with a safe and rewarding experience that the entire family can enjoy. Fish year-round aboard our fast, beautiful Whitewater center console. We offer eco-tours and beach excursions too. Our adventures are limited to four guests, making for an intimate experience with your friends or family, and allowing us to provide an unforgettable experience at a very affordable fare. All ages, genders and all experience levels are welcome without fear of judgment. You won't have to worry about not being prepared either, Captain Joe will provide everything you need to get you started on the right foot. He'll supply the boat, fuel, insurance, rods, bait, tackle, ice, local knowledge, navigation, and safety equipment. You don’t even need a fishing license. Just bring your personal items: sunscreen, clothing for the predicted weather, polarized sunglasses, swim/snorkel gear, lunch and preferred beverages. Read More

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Climb aboard with Captain John and experience an action-packed day of fishing in Key West, Florida. If you have never been to Key West before, you’re missing out! And if you’re looking for a knowledgeable charter captain to take you out, Captain John is a great choice. As a 5th generation fisherman in Key West, Captain John knows exactly where the fish bite. Test your casting accuracy as you target Amberjack, Cobia, Goliath Grouper, African Pompano, Sailfish, Bull SharkYellowtail Snapper, Swordfish, Blackfin Tuna, and many more species. You’ll be fishing aboard Captain John’s 33-foot center console equipped with two 300 HP engines. She also has a GPS, fishfinder, flybridge, live bait well, outriggers, and tuna tubes. Captain John will provide Spearfishing Equipment and Snorkeling equipment free of charge if you’re interested. He welcomes 6 anglers on these 4, 6, and 8-hour adventures. Make sure you bring food and drinks for the day (preferably no glass) as well as a hat and sunscreen. Captain John will provide all licenses, rods, reels, lures, and tackle. He will also prepare live bait before the trip, although you can catch the bait during the trip if you’d like. For the 6-and 8-hour trips, a first mate will be on board to help you at all times. They will help you clean and fillet your fish at the end of the trip. Whatever your skill level, there is a fish out here with your name on it. Come and join Captain John for an exciting day of fishing! Read More

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Everything to Know About Booking a Fishing Charter in Stock Island

What are the best fishing charters in Stock Island?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 100 trips in Stock Island, and the most popular trips in the area are Key West Nearshore/Offshore Trip guided by Mike and Key West Offshore Experience guided by Chris.

Our guides in Stock Island are rated a 4.92 out of 5 based on 2764 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Other popular cities nearby for booking a charter include Key West, Summerland Key and Cudjoe Key.

Looking for kid friendly charters / fishing lessons in Stock Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly charters in Stock Island.

What types of fishing charters are common in Stock Island?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular in Stock Island as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species in Stock Island are: 1. yellowtail snapper, 2. mutton snapper, 3. mahi mahi, and 4. blackfin tuna.

The most common fishing techniques in Stock Island are light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, and trolling but live bait fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do Stock Island fishing charters cost?

in Stock Island prices can range anywhere from about $600 to $2,000, but the average price for a half day trip in Stock Island is $881. The average price for a full day trip in Stock Island is $1,426.

What month is best for fishing in Stock Island?

The most popular season for fishing in Stock Island is spring, and most anglers book their trips 26 days in advance.

Do I need a Stock Island fishing license and what are the bag limits in Stock Island?

You’re in luck! Our fishing tours in Stock Island don’t require you to purchase a fishing license – your group is covered by your boat’s captain. See here for more information on bag limits and fishing season regulations in Stock Island.

Stock Island Fishing Overview

You would be hard-pressed to find a fishing destination like Stock Island anywhere. People from around the world visit this island paradise to catch fish with various Stock Island fishing charters. The bays, flats, islands, and sandbars surrounding Stock Island make a perfect recipe for targeting a variety of inshore and shallow-water species. For those looking to leave land behind, there are countless shallow and deeper water wrecks and reefs to be fished. For the trophy hunters, Stock Island also offers fishing charters equipped with all the gear you need to land the pelagic monster of a lifetime on any of our Stock Island fishing trips.

Stock Island Inshore Fishing

The inshore fishing around Stock Island is one of the main attractions that draw people to visit the island. Just pull up a map of Stock Island to see the endless bays, basins, islands, flats, and backcountry fishing Stock Island offers. Legendary Stock Island flats fishing charters target some of the most coveted inshore species in the world.

The "Grey Ghost", or Bonefish, can be found cruising these flats in pursuit of crabs and other tasty morsels. The best season to catch these elusive creatures is from April to October, but Bonefish fishing can also be great in warmer periods between cold fronts in the winter.

Tarpon, or "The Silver King", make their yearly migratory stop in Stock Island as the water warms up in late spring. Of course, other inshore species inhabit these waters as well, like Redfish, Snook, Mangrove Snapper, Permit, Jacks, and Speckled Trout. You can expect to cast for these species in the backwater channels, flats, or bays around Stock Island.

Stock Island Fly Fishing

For the fly fisherman, there is no better place to sight fish for your bucket list species than Stock Island. Our Damn Good Guides have the local knowledge required to catch tarpon, bonefish, and permit all in a single day.

Stock Island Deep Sea Fishing Charters

In Stock Island, the quality of fishing doesn't end when you head further out to sea. Deep sea fishing Stock Island offers ample reefs, wrecks, and other seafloor structures for a lifetime of fishing. Offshore trips can expect to take a center console boat out 10+ miles to catch Mahi-Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, and Kingfish. Shark fishing near Stock Island is also fantastic and can be a blast on nearshore and deep sea trips.

Stock Island has plenty of fishing charters for the deep sea angler: equipped with all the amenities needed for a half-day or more on the water, large Stock Island sport fishing boats are the bread and butter of Stock Island deep sea fishing charters.

Prized sport fish like Marlin, Sailfish, and other elusive pelagic species like Swordfish are often caught on these trips. They are generally found from the Gulfstream to the east and south to Dry Tortugas. Increase your odds of sizing up the fish of a lifetime with an overnight night fishing trip out of Stock Island.

Popular Types of Fishing In Stock Island

Stock Island fishing charters offer a variety of options for anglers of all levels. The most common types of fishing charters in Stock Island include deep-sea fishing, flats fishing, and backcountry fishing.

Deep-sea fishing charters take you out to the open ocean where you can catch big game fish like marlin, sailfish, and tuna. Flats fishing charters take you to the shallow waters where you can catch bonefish, tarpon, and permit. Backcountry fishing charters take you to the mangrove islands where you can catch snook, redfish, and trout.

Some of the most common fish to catch in Stock Island include tarpon, bonefish, permit, snook, redfish, and trout.

When booking a Stock Island fishing charter, be sure to ask about visiting landmarks like the Key West National Wildlife Refuge and the Boca Chica Channel. These areas are known for their abundance of fish and are popular among local anglers.

The Best Places To Fish In Stock Island

Stock Island, Florida is a prime destination for fishing enthusiasts. With its crystal-clear waters and diverse marine life, there are plenty of great spots to cast a line. Here are some of the best places to fish in Stock Island, whether you're going solo or booking a fishing charter.

1. Cow Key Channel: This channel is known for its abundance of tarpon, snapper, and grouper, making it a popular spot for fishing charters.

2. Boca Chica Channel: This deep-water channel is home to a variety of game fish, including sailfish, marlin, and tuna. Fishing charters often frequent this area.

3. Key West Harbor: This bustling harbor is a great place to fish for tarpon, snook, and redfish. Fishing charters are available for those who want to explore the area.

4. The Flats: These shallow waters are perfect for fly fishing and are home to bonefish, permit, and tarpon. Fishing charters can take you to the best spots.

5. The Wrecks: There are several shipwrecks off the coast of Stock Island that are home to a variety of fish, including snapper, grouper, and amberjack. Fishing charters can take you to these hidden gems.

Other Things To Do In Stock Island

While Stock Island fishing charters are a popular attraction, there are plenty of other things to do in this Florida city. Take a tour of the Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory, or visit the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum to learn about the famous author's life. For a unique experience, check out the Key West Shipwreck Treasure Museum or take a sunset sail on a catamaran. If you're looking for some outdoor fun, head to Fort Zachary Taylor State Park for swimming, snorkeling, and hiking. And of course, no trip to Stock Island is complete without indulging in some delicious seafood at one of the many local restaurants.

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Great Guide and Great Trip. Enjoyed the Day

    Kevin J. with Hunter L. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Was a great trip, while we didn't get all we wanted the crew worked there butt off!!! Would for sure book through them again!!

    Travis Z. with Mark B. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Mason was phenomenal. Easy to talk to, engaging, great at teaching, and fun to be with… we got Mahi-Mahi and an exotic. We had a blast and will go fishing with Mason again soon!!!

    Patrick . with Rob D. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain John was simply incredible! I have been fishing my entire life and know a great guide… Captain John is the real deal. He took the time to understand what we wanted to catch and then nailed it… put us on exactly what we wanted all day long. He was friendly, engaging and fun. We will be back to fish w Captain John again!!

    Patrick . with John D. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Second Generation fisherman Rob was absolutely the best. He knew where to go close to the Harbor to put us on the fish. Highly recommended.

    Robert H. with Rob D. of Key West, Florida

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    Had a great time. Would definitely go out with them again

    Donald H. with Mark B. of Key West, Florida

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    Great time,Great captain

    David L. with Tyler S. of Key West, Florida

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    Captain Nels always knows how to find the fish, and not just your average sizes but mammoths and giants. Great crew and a great boat too, we loved the couches inside to catch a quick break from the sun.

    Bosko S. with Mark B. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Great Trip. Would schedule another.

    David T. with Allen P. of Little Torch Key, Florida

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    Had a great time today Caught a lot of fish. Thoroughly enjoyed our charter. Will return.

    Jorge E. with Chuck T. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    The best charter captain we have found and we have been on charters all over Fl.

    Theresa L. with Allen P. of Little Torch Key, Florida

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    We had a fantastic trip with Robert, he got us into plenty of action including an 80lb Tarpon with a couple other hook ups. We then poled an area and caught some juvenile Tarpon that was a blast. And last but not least, Robert put us on some screaming bonefish, my buddy and I each landed a pair of bones. Thanks for an Awesome trip Robert. Tight lines👍

    Thomas M. with Robert H. of Cudjoe Key, Florida

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    Capt. JJ was great to fish with-knowledgeable, hard working, around fish all day. Will use again.

    Tim S. with John J. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    I had A blast! Anthony put us on Tarpon, we landed & released a 70 lb class fish; Brent & Rod Tag teamed that Monster Thats a strong FISH! We had another 1 on that got off. We ask for a shot at Tarpon CHECK!! Then put us on some good eating fish CHECK! We caught 5 nice snappers. Mission Accomplished.

    Rodrick B. with Antonio E. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Has a great time. We all enjoyed

    Clayton S. with Paul H. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Spencer picked us up as scheduled. Boat was extremely clean and well prepared. We were fishing for tarpon and had a wonderful time. Hooked into multiple fish and had one giant. Spencer was amazing overall and would absolutely do it again. Couldn’t recommend him more.

    Patrick H. with Spencer C. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Allen was absolutely amazing! We have 3 children and he was so awesome with them and very accommodating! He took us out and showed us a wonderful time and we came back with a ton of fish!

    Sarah L. with Allen P. of Little Torch Key, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Tough day lots if wind. Still found fish, had a blast Chandler is an excellent guide coming back for more Tarpon

    Paul G. with Chandler W. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    He gave me the best possible chances to catch fish the whole trip. Some days they just don’t bite. Will most definitely book with him again next year!

    Cody R. with Antonio E. of Key West, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent day, excellent fishing and Brandon couldn’t have been a better guide!

    Vic T. with Brandon S. of Ramrod Key, Florida

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